Santa Tkhakur
Port Moody
Summary
Personal Fitness Trainer with 7 years of experience helping clients achieve measurable fitness goals through customized training plans and expert coaching. Leveraging a 15-year background in athletics, I specialize in improving performance, fostering injury recovery, and enhancing mental resilience. Skilled in delivering group and one-on-one sessions that drive results and inspire long-term progress.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Trainer
Freelance
01.2017 - Current
- Conducted over 12 group and individual training sessions weekly, helping clients improve functional fitness, gain muscle mass, lose weight, and enhance joint mobility.
- Developed and implemented over 30 personalized workout plans using scientifically-backed techniques to build strength, endurance, flexibility, and mobility, while providing clients with the tools to track progress and stay motivated.
- Coached and advised 30+ clients in running preparation, refining their technique and improving race times by an average of 30% compared to their previous results.
- Prepared 10+ clients for races ranging from 400m to marathons (10k, 24k, and 42k), refining their technique and ensuring peak performance on race day
- Successfully rehabilitated 20+ clients experiencing muscle and joint pain by identifying root causes and implementing targeted physical rehabilitation techniques.
Physical Education Teacher
Local School
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Provided physical education lessons to students, promoting physical health, teamwork, and fitness
- Created diverse activities to engage students and foster a love for exercise
Physical Therapy Instructor
School for Children with Cerebral Palsy
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Specialized in therapeutic physical education for children with Cerebral Palsy (C.P.), focusing on improving mobility, strength, and coordination
- Tailored exercise programs to meet the specific needs of each child, working closely with medical professionals and caregivers
Education
Certified Personal Fitness Trainer -
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
12-2024
Master’s Degree - Sports Psychology
Moscow State Pedagogical University (MGPU)
01.2017
Bachelor’s Degree - Adaptive Physical Education (Specialization in Physical Rehabilitation)
Moscow State Pedagogical University (MGPU)
01.2015
Skills
- Personal Training (Group & Individual)
- Athletic Performance Training
- Sports Rehabilitation
- Sports Psychology
- Mobility and Flexibility Training
- Physical Therapy for Children with Disabilities
Accomplishments
- 15 years of professional experience in athletics, specializing in track and field
- National Champion and multiple-time City Champion
- Multiple-time finalist in national championships
- Master of Sport in Athletics
- National Record Holder in Relay Race
- Achieved Olympic Standard in 2016
Certification
- Personal Trainer Certificate (NASM)
- CPR/AED (ASTI)
Timeline
Personal Trainer
Freelance
01.2017 - Current
Physical Education Teacher
Local School
01.2015 - 01.2017
Physical Therapy Instructor
School for Children with Cerebral Palsy
01.2015 - 01.2017
Master’s Degree - Sports Psychology
Moscow State Pedagogical University (MGPU)
Bachelor’s Degree - Adaptive Physical Education (Specialization in Physical Rehabilitation)
Moscow State Pedagogical University (MGPU)
Certified Personal Fitness Trainer -
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
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