Driven Personal Trainer with 15 years of experience motivating and counseling clients on health & wellness programs. Results-focused with strong knowledge of various diets, metabolism, health conditions, weight loss and non-medical programs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Weight Loss Coach
Conscious Weight Loss Inc
06.2021 - Current
Working as part of the production team focused on taking an existing/thriving weight loss coaching program and developing it to an online format
Responsible for content and copy creation
Designing, conducting, and editing Conscious Weight Loss podcast interview segments
Extensive Research for PR companies, Podcast Production companies, Competition and
Alliances
Aiding in the set-up of a Beta Group to test online format/content
Learning program content and training as a Life/Weight Loss Coach.
Documented client needs, desires and problems to build rapport and identify areas needing support.
Counseled and coached clients during visits to offer solutions and support.
Met with clients individually to discuss weight loss, nutrition and lifestyle changes.
Personal Trainer
Pathfinder Movement Company Sooke
01.2018 - Current
I work with a small but steady clientele in their homes and at training facilities (when available) to improve fitness, balance, coordination, and strength
Rehabilitative in nature, working closely with Physiotherapists, Surgeons, Chiropractors and Massage Therapists to design and apply exercise therapy
Coach and maintain professional client relationships through encouragement, support, knowledge, and application.
Educated participants on proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits.
Developed and implemented creative exercise programs to keep clients engaged and motivated.
Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals based on customer satisfaction and results.
Personal Trainer & Front Desk Administrator
Sooke Health & Fitness
01.2009 - 09.2018
Account upgrades and changes
Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
Customer Service
Completed all administration duties involving the client contracts and account set-up and maintenance.
Reported facility and room maintenance problems to appropriate personnel for immediate remediation.
Screened and transferred incoming calls, took down messages, and transmitted information and documents to internal personnel.
Completed forms and reports to facilitate admission, transfer or discharge.
Education
Certified -
BCRPA Fitness Theory, Weight Training, Group Fitne
2013
Business Administration Management Program - undefined
Sprott-Shaw Community College
1997
Skills
Training Development
Professional Relationships
Interpersonal Communication Skills
Fitness Assessments
Consultative Sales Approach
Customer Inquiries
Creative Solutions
Training Programs
Motivating Clients
Personal Training
Weight Training
Health and Wellness Education
Customer Accounts Management
Promoting Healthy Lifestyle
Certification
BCRPA Continuing Studies (CEC) Exercise Physiology, Advanced Personal Training,Advanced Anatomy, Business Leadership & Management, Older Adult Fitness(2013-2018) Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid CPR/AED Level C (2009-Current) Precision Nutrition Sports Nutrition Level 1 (2017) Knowledge First Financial Investment Training (2017) Fiction Profits Academy Self-Publishing (2018) Digital Marketer Certification (2021)
Timeline
Weight Loss Coach
Conscious Weight Loss Inc
06.2021 - Current
Personal Trainer
Pathfinder Movement Company Sooke
01.2018 - Current
Personal Trainer & Front Desk Administrator
Sooke Health & Fitness
01.2009 - 09.2018
Certified -
BCRPA Fitness Theory, Weight Training, Group Fitne
Business Administration Management Program - undefined
Esthetics Manager /Medical Practice Administrator at Physicians Weight Loss Centers, Clear LakeEsthetics Manager /Medical Practice Administrator at Physicians Weight Loss Centers, Clear Lake
Liaison Lead at BC NEIHR – British Columbia Network Environment for Indigenous Health ResearchLiaison Lead at BC NEIHR – British Columbia Network Environment for Indigenous Health Research