Thea McKay
Toronto
Summary
Energetic personal trainer with thorough knowledge of diverse program design, biomechanics and exercise physiology. Specializing in strength and conditioning coaching. Versed in assessing client fitness levels and safely supporting goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Trainer
Equinox
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
- Increased gym revenue by promoting and selling personal training packages to new and existing clients.
- Streamlined personal training programs by incorporating various fitness disciplines such as strength training, cardio exercises, flexibility work, and balance practices.
- Promoted a healthy lifestyle by providing guidance on nutrition, hydration, and recovery practices.
Personal Trainer
Higher Ground Health Club
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Developed creative and fun fitness classes to keep participants engaged and motivated.
- Trained clients 1:1 and taught HIIT style classes
Personal Trainer
Busy Bee Fitness Experts
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Provide personal training services to clients in condo gyms and in home settings across the GTA
- Excelled in client retention and collected various exemplary online reviews from clients past and current
- Designed strength programming for clients with specific imbalances, injuries, and post-partum issues
- Designed strength programming for clients with specific body composition and overall health goals
Group Fitness Instructor
Orangetheory Fitness
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Instructed gym members about correct use of weight resistance and cardiovascular equipment
- Cultivated positive relationships with participants by interacting with groups during fitness classes
- Explained and demonstrated safe and appropriate exercises for clients of various physical abilities
Personal Trainer
GoodLife Fitness
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Trained clients utilizing strength training, cardiovascular exercise, and stretching programs
- Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals based on customer satisfaction and results
Group Fitness Instructor
Vive Fitness
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Managed group fitness classes of up to twenty members
- Established classes to effectively match skill and learning levels of all participants
- Enhanced client experience by maintaining motivational and supportive culture
Education
PTS Certification - CPR A
CanFitPro
Toronto, ON01.2022
Honours Diploma - Audio Production, Artist Management
Harris Institute
Toronto, ON01.2017
Bachelor of Arts -
Queens University
Kingston, ON01.2012
Skills
- Dependable and Responsible
- First Aid/CPR
- Exercise program design
- Passion for fitness
- Interpersonal Communication
Timeline
Personal Trainer
Equinox
09.2024 - 12.2024
Personal Trainer
Higher Ground Health Club
05.2024 - 08.2024
Personal Trainer
Busy Bee Fitness Experts
10.2023 - 05.2024
Group Fitness Instructor
Orangetheory Fitness
06.2023 - 09.2023
Personal Trainer
GoodLife Fitness
03.2023 - 06.2023
Group Fitness Instructor
Vive Fitness
01.2023 - 03.2023
Honours Diploma - Audio Production, Artist Management
Harris Institute
Bachelor of Arts -
Queens University
PTS Certification - CPR A
CanFitPro
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