kimia vafaei
Toronto,Ontario
Summary
Dedicated kinesiology graduate with experience creating exercise programs for children with disabilities. Skilled in teaching in-person and virtual fitness, yoga, and mindfulness classes, focusing on promoting physical and mental health. Passionate about using evidence-based interventions to support well-being.
Proficiency in English and Farsi.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Yoga and Fitness Instructor
Oxygen Yoga and Fitness
Toronto, Ontario
08.2023 - Current
- lead group classes in a variety of disciplines, such as yoga, Pilates, aerobics, strength training and Barre.
- Educate clients on proper exercise techniques to prevent injuries and maximize fitness benefits.
- Conduct ongoing assessments of clients' abilities, strengths, weaknesses and limitations when necessary.
- Ensure that all equipment is properly maintained in accordance with safety protocols.
Content Creator
Freelance
11.2022 - Current
- Develop content strategies for social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
- Conducted research on industry trends, competitors, and customer insights.
- Monitor analytics regularly and adjust strategy accordingly.
- Ensure all published content adhered to terms of SEO optimization.
Customer Service Representative
Oxygen Yoga and Fitness
08.2022 - Current
- Help customers with understanding the services and products provided by the company.
- Provide frontline customer support and assistance with product and service transactions.
- Improve knowledge continuously to provide optimal service and achieve sales quotas.
- Update system with transaction specifics, customer details, preferences, and billing information.
Event Coordinator/Founder
Bloom Wellness Club
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Co-created Bloom Wellness, a club dedicated to promoting mental health and well-being among university students through yoga, meditation, breathwork, and various other events.
- Organized and executed weekly in-person and online sessions and events, engaging attendees in mindful activities.
- Tracked and reported on key metrics post-event, including attendance, revenue, and participant feedback, to assess success and areas for improvement
Office Manager
AVA Holistic Clinic
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
- Supervised staff members, organized schedules and delegated tasks.
- Processed payroll accurately, ensuring all employees were paid on time.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company program
Assistant Sales Manager
Mendocino
06.2018 - 03.2020
- Managed a team of sales representatives by providing guidance, training, and support.
- Helped sales professionals finalize customer sales and handled customer concerns.
- Conducted weekly and monthly meetings to review progress against goals and objectives.
Childcare Volunteer
SickKids Hospital
Toronto, Ontario
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Provided one-on-one playtime to children to improve their hospitalization experience.
- Developed creative ways to engage children through activities, arts, games and crafts projects.
- Organized play areas to ensure a safe, clean environment for children.
Education
BSc - Kinesiology
York University
Toronto, ON05-2024
Skills
- Teaching Yoga and fitness
- First Aid & CPR Certified
- Fitness Assessments
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Injury Prevention
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Statistical data analysis
- Microsoft Excel
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Leadership
Certification
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training - Conscious Yoga School
Oxygen Methodized Fitness Training - Oxygen Yoga and Fitness
Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training - Canadian Meditation Society
Languages
English
Full Professional
Farsi
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Yoga and Fitness Instructor
Oxygen Yoga and Fitness
08.2023 - Current
Content Creator
Freelance
11.2022 - Current
Event Coordinator/Founder
Bloom Wellness Club
09.2022 - 05.2024
Customer Service Representative
Oxygen Yoga and Fitness
08.2022 - Current
Office Manager
AVA Holistic Clinic
06.2021 - 12.2021
Assistant Sales Manager
Mendocino
06.2018 - 03.2020
Childcare Volunteer
SickKids Hospital
01.2017 - 05.2017
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training - Conscious Yoga School
Oxygen Methodized Fitness Training - Oxygen Yoga and Fitness
Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training - Canadian Meditation Society
BSc - Kinesiology
York University
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