Quadri Akande
Fitness Instructor
Niagara Falls,ON
Summary
Dynamic Fitness Instructor with a proven track record at Niagara Fall Senior Athletes, enhancing client satisfaction through innovative fitness programs and personalized coaching. Expert in strength training and fostering interpersonal connections, I've led clients to surpass fitness goals. Specialized in senior fitness and adept in creating inclusive, motivating environments, my approach has significantly improved client wellness and engagement.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fitness Instructor
Niagara Fall Senior Athletes
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Promoted a positive workout environment by fostering strong relationships with clients, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Explained use of exercise equipment to all participants, prioritizing safety at all times.
- Explained and demonstrated safe and appropriate exercises for clients of various fitness and physical abilities.
- Enhanced class participation by designing fun and engaging group exercise routines that catered to various fitness levels.
- Boosted client motivation by developing personalized fitness programs tailored to individual goals and abilities.
- Maintained clean and organized fitness facilities, providing a safe and welcoming space for all gym members.
- Assisted gym members in achieving their weight loss goals by offering nutritional guidance and meal planning advice.
- Stayed current with CPR and first aid certification to provide emergency response in case of injury.
- Provided clients with nutrition and lifestyle advice to support overall health and wellness.
- Kept accurate and updated client records to track progress and provide follow-up.
- Used music to motivate and energize classes.
Fitness Instructor
Niagara Senior Athletics
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Explained and demonstrated safe and appropriate exercises for clients of various fitness and physical abilities.
- Created an inclusive environment for all participants by modifying exercises to accommodate varying skill levels and physical limitations.
- Conducted comprehensive fitness assessments to evaluate client''s physical capabilities and established baseline measurements for tracking progress.
- Stayed current with CPR and first aid certification to provide emergency response in case of injury.
- Collaborated with clients to identify potential barriers to achieving fitness goals.
- Designed innovative fitness plans to keep clients engaged.
- Developed goal-oriented training programs that led clients to achieve significant improvements in strength, endurance, flexibility, and overall functional ability.
- Maintained clean and organized workout environment to enhance overall fitness experience.
- Helped clients reach fitness objectives by providing encouragement and motivation.
- Implemented new and creative exercise routines to keep participants motivated.
- Led aerobics, yoga, core strength and kickboxing classes.
- Educated participants on proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Bestower International University
Benin Republic10-2022
Associate of Applied Science - Science Laboratory Technology
Kwara State Polytechnic
Ilorin Kwara State, Nigeria08-2013
Skills
- Strength training
- Group instruction
- Fitness assessments
- Functional training
- Flexibility training
- Aerobic exercise
- Balance training
- Sports specific training
- Circuit training
- Body composition analysis
- Senior fitness
- Pre and postnatal fitness
- Exercise programming
- Client motivation
- Weight management
- Certified personal trainer
- Communication and interpersonal connection
Languages
English
Full Professional
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved best Performances by completing training with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved Result through effectively helping with Training.
Certification
- Youth Fitness Specialist Certification - National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- First Aid Certification
- [State] Driver's License
- CPR/AED Certification
- Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification
Niagara Fall Half Marathon 2024 Age groups winner And Fourth Position overall. Okvile Half Marathon.
I am QUADRI ATANDA AKANDE, am an International Athlete specialize in long distance athlete, And Athletic Trainer and Fitness Instructor. I have participate in difference long distance road and track race. I run Niagara half Marathon race, Okvile half marathon,Toronto 5kms in 16mins.............
Timeline
Fitness Instructor
Niagara Fall Senior Athletes
04.2024 - 12.2024
Fitness Instructor
Niagara Senior Athletics
04.2024 - 11.2024
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Bestower International University
Associate of Applied Science - Science Laboratory Technology
Kwara State Polytechnic
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