The Zoological Society of Milwaukee is holding its third annual Zumba Fitness Party at the Zoo fundraiser on February 27.

This event is led by Zumba Jammer Rachel Beimel and other licensed Zumba® instructors.

Held in the evening at the Milwaukee County Zoo, it’s a fun way to focus on cardiovascular strength through easy-to-follow choreography set to upbeat world rhythms. Money raised benefits the Zoological Society’s Sponsor an Animal program.

What: Zumba Fitness Party at the Zoo fundraiser

Where: Milwaukee County Zoo’s Peck Welcome Center; 10005 W. Bluemound Road.

When: Feb. 27, 2015; 6-8 p.m. (Registration at 5 p.m.)

Who: Open to ages 14 and up; no experience necessary

Why: To raise money for the Zoo’s animals and to raise your heart rate in a healthful way

Costs and Registration: $20 per person if registered by Feb 25 (pre-register at zoosociety.org/Zumba or call 414-258-2333); $25 if registered at the door.