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Gunes Caliskan

Barrie,ON

Summary

Passionate and energetic Personal Trainer and Pilates Instructor with four years of experience specializing in functional training, HIIT, nutrition and pilates. Versed in assessing client fitness levels and safely supporting goals.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pilates Instructor & Personal Trainer

MWG PILATES
07.2023 - Current
  • Offered individually designed one-on-one sessions to her own clients
  • Tracked member attendance and participation for recordkeeping purposes.
  • Attended continuing education classes to maintain current knowledge.
  • Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
  • Provided support to clients regarding nutrition
  • Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
  • Encouraged participants to stay motivated and reach fitness goals.
  • Provided emergency first aid and CPR as needed.
  • Created comprehensive fitness programs tailored to needs and goals of each individual.
  • Implemented new and creative exercise routines to keep participants motivated.
  • Assisted with marketing and promoting of classes and services.

Pilates Instructor & Personal Trainer

Ludo Training & Pilates
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Offered one-on-one, semi private and group sessions (pilates and functional training)
  • Maintained neat and clean equipment and facilities.
  • Participated in workshops and development sessions to improve understanding of the discipline and service to clients.
  • Contributed to team success and member needs by working with other instructors to cover classes and develop new offerings.
  • Marketed facility, classes and services to current and potential members.
  • Documented class attendance and student participation for facility records.
  • Guided clients in safe exercise, taking into account individualized physical limitations.
  • Watched clients during exercises and assisted with exercises.
  • Developed routines to avoid injuries, maximize effort and facilitate client attainment of personal fitness goals.
  • Created individual workout routines based on member fitness level.
  • Trained clients effectively and built dynamic customer relationships, which cut learning time in half.
  • Maintained heavy class load of around 15 group sessions and 20 private sessions each week, actively engaging clients and driving member retention.
  • Created fitness routines to motivate clients to remain in wellness programs.
  • Monitored participants to correct form, enhance safety and improve results.
  • Helped people of different physical abilities meet fitness goals with customized classes.
  • Devised new programs and monitored client progress.
  • Guided clients on proper nutrition and exercise habits.
  • Administered various fitness assessments to measure client progress.
  • Developed and delivered around 30 weekly fitness classes.
  • Used music to motivate and energize classes.

Personal Trainer & Pilates Instructor

The Ivyco Studio
02.2020 - 09.2022
  • Offered private, semi private and group classes ( HIIT, functional training, pilates)
  • Worked out specific muscle groups and body systems with well-designed routines.
  • Assisted individuals in setting achievable fitness goals, monitoring progress for success.
  • Worked in team-based environment to provide clients with optimal fitness services.
  • Kept facilities and equipment clean and organized.
  • Delivered fun and motivating group fitness classes designed to improve overall health and fitness levels.
  • Implemented new and creative exercise routines to keep participants motivated.
  • Set up and broke down equipment before and after classes.
  • Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
  • Used music to motivate and energize classes.
  • Promoted fitness classes to boost gym attendance.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Tourism And Hospitality Management

Yeditepe University
Istanbul,Turkiye
07.2018

Skills

  • Personal training and coaching
  • Group training
  • Designing exercise programs
  • Human anatomy understanding
  • Lifestyle and nutrition guidance
  • Current fitness trends
  • Fitness assessments
  • Time management
  • Studio promotion
  • Safety awareness
  • Social media management
  • Great motivator
  • Organizational skills

Certification

  • Balanced Body Certified Pilates Instructor - Mat 1
  • Balanced Body Certified Pilates Instructor - Mat 2
  • Balanced Body Certified Pilates Instructor - Reformer 1
  • Balanced Body Certified Pilates Instructor - Reformer 2
  • Baps Academy - Anatomy Certification
  • Code Academy - Effective Teaching and Class Planning in Reformer Certification
  • Istanbul University - Nutrition Specialist Certification
  • ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
  • ISSA Certified Group Fitness Instructor (ongoing)
  • CPR/AED Certification


Timeline

Pilates Instructor & Personal Trainer

MWG PILATES
07.2023 - Current

Pilates Instructor & Personal Trainer

Ludo Training & Pilates
09.2022 - 05.2023

Personal Trainer & Pilates Instructor

The Ivyco Studio
02.2020 - 09.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Tourism And Hospitality Management

Yeditepe University
Gunes Caliskan