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Dave Decarie

Stittsville,Canada

Summary

I am a certified fitness and martial arts instructor with a 30 year history in the industry, including several years as an instructor at various RCMP facilities.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Kickboxing Instructor

9Round Fitness Kickboxing
Ottawa , ON
12.2022 - Current
  • Adjusting instructional techniques and class routines to meet diverse fitness levels.
  • Coaching and encouraging participants during exercises and routines.
  • Training and refining skills of other instructors.

Fitness Instructor

RCMP (contract)
Ott, ON
02.2009 - 07.2023
  • Worked at various RCMP facilities (original RCMP NHQ - 1200 Vanier Parkway, Leomont building and current RCMP NHQ - 73 Leikin Drive).
  • Taught one-on-one and group fitness classes (kickboxing, core and strength training, circuit training, boxing, karate).
  • Modified exercise plans and routines based on client responses and success.
  • Motivated clients to stay committed to preset fitness goals and elevate fitness level.
  • Created inviting fitness spaces that welcomed and included people with diverse backgrounds, abilities and orientations.
  • Built and established lasting relationships using encouragement and personal support.
  • From 2020 to 2023, following the closure of RCMP fitness facilities due to the Covid Pandemic, I continued to support the organization with online fitness classes.
  • Held an enhanced reliability - contractor security clearance (expired in 2022).

Owner/Operator

Decarie Fitness
Ottawa, ON
01.2005 - 01.2009
  • Owned and operated fitness and martial arts studios in Ottawa.
  • Instructed fitness and martial arts to adults and children (group and personal training).
  • Served as a role model, motivator and character / discipline educator.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues.

Martial Arts Instructor

Douvris Martial Arts (Franchise Owner)
Ottawa, ON
03.2000 - 09.2004
  • Started as an instructor and became co-owner of the fitness and martial arts franchise.
  • Instructed martial arts (karate) and kickboxing skills.
  • Evaluated student progress and adjusted learning plans to foster progress.
  • Applied training and motivational techniques to prepare students for competitions.
  • Managed day to day operations. Established and communicated clear objectives for lessons, projects and overall business operations.
  • Reviewed fleet documents and records to ensure accuracy of information.

Education

High School Diploma -

Highland Park High School
Ottawa, ON
06.1992

Timeline

Kickboxing Instructor

9Round Fitness Kickboxing
12.2022 - Current

Fitness Instructor

RCMP (contract)
02.2009 - 07.2023

Owner/Operator

Decarie Fitness
01.2005 - 01.2009

Martial Arts Instructor

Douvris Martial Arts (Franchise Owner)
03.2000 - 09.2004

High School Diploma -

Highland Park High School
Dave Decarie