Thea McKay
Certified Personal Trainer
Toronto,Ontario
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
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Trainer
MOVE Fitness Studio
02.2024 - Current
- 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
- Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
- Improved client fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans and monitoring progress.
Personal Trainer
Higher Ground Health Club
05.2024 - 11.2024
- Trained clients utilizing strength training, cardiovascular exercise, and stretching programs
- Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals based on customer satisfaction and results
- Expanded knowledge of industry trends by attending workshops and conferences, applying new techniques to client programs.
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
Education
PTS Certification / CPR A -
CanFitPro
Toronto, ON01.2022
Kettlebell Coach - Kettlebell
Academy of Lions
Toronto, ON 05.2001 -
Classical Mat Pilates Teacher - Classical Pilates
Circle Pilates
Toronto, ON 05.2001 -
Honours Diploma - Audio Production / Artist Management
Harris Institute
Toronto, ON01.2017
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
Queens University
Kingston, ON01.2012
Skills
- Dependable and Responsible
- First Aid/CPR
- Exercise program design
- Passion for fitness
- Interpersonal Communication
- Strength training
- Client coaching
- Service marketing
- Core strength development
- Lifestyle coaching
- Injury prevention techniques
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Personal Trainer
Higher Ground Health Club
05.2024 - 11.2024
Personal Trainer
MOVE Fitness Studio
02.2024 - Current
Group Fitness Instructor
Orangetheory Fitness
06.2023 - 09.2023
Kettlebell Coach - Kettlebell
Academy of Lions
05.2001 -
Classical Mat Pilates Teacher - Classical Pilates
Circle Pilates
05.2001 -
Honours Diploma - Audio Production / Artist Management
Harris Institute
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
Queens University
PTS Certification / CPR A -
CanFitPro