Career Objective
Use my diverse life experience and educational accomplishments in settings that enable physical fitness learning and growth. Encourage and support others to reach and maintain their fitness goals.
Certifications
2023 - Myobility Method - Created and designed by Michelle Opperman, combines myofascial release, active stretching, corrective movement, breath, and mind
2021 - Brain Health Trainer
2020 - ACE Behavioral Change Specialist
2016 - Official Zumba Gold Instructor
2015 - Healthways SilverSneakers Fitness Program - Classic
2014 - Zumba Basic Steps Level 1
2013 - NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist
2009 - Spinning Instructor- Mad Dogg Athletics
2008 - Power Pilates Mat
2007 - Current ACE Personal Trainer
2006 - Current AFAA Group Exercise Instructor
2006 - AFAA Kickboxing
First Aid CPR/AED - American Red Cross - Current
Liability Insurance
Insurance Canopy
Fitness Jobs
2012 - Current
Crunch Fitness
Group X Instructor Strength and Alignment - 3 classes per week
2008 - 2019
Baruch College - Continuing Education Classes
Group X Instructor - 6 classes per week:
2 Ab Attack classes, 2 Ultimate Body Firming Workouts, and 2 Fitness for Older Adults
2015
Crunch Fitness
Group X Instructor Zumba
2014
Baruch College - Continuing Education Classes
Group X Instructor Zumba
2009 - 2012
Club H
Group X Instructor Old School Workout – 3 Adult Fitness classes per week
2007 - 2009
Excelsior Athletic Club
Personal Trainer
2007 - 2010
Baruch College - Continuing Education Classes
Mat Pilates Instructor
2006 - 2007
Crunch Fitness
Personal Trainer
Fitness Training
2023
The Gut and Brain Connection - ACE
Metabolic Makeover - NASM
2022
Back Exercise - Exercise Etc
Balance Training - NASM
2021
Functional Core and Balance Program - Functional Aging Institute (FAI)
2020
Parkinson’s Disease
Strength and Conditioning for Seniors
2019
Complete Guide to Foam Rolling
2018
Integrated Flexibility Training - NASM
2017
A Dozen Practical Exercises for Seniors - Guy Andrews
FXP Hula Hoop Core Flow - Kat Suwalski
Foam Rolling - Recovery, Rejuvenate & Revitalize - Irene Lewis McCormick
Balancing Act - Ilene Bergelson
2016
Prehab vs. Rehap - AFAA
2015
Healthways SilverSneakers Fitness Program - Classic
2014
AFAA FuzeCraze Dance Drills & Skills Workshop
2013
Functional Anatomy 2: Intro to Movement Analysis and Postural Assessment by Brent Brookbush
2012
NASM Corrective Exercise Workshop
FEI Eclipse
Twist Core Performance with Frank A. Rotella
Body Bar Flex Strength and Fusion with Sherry Catlin
Exercise ETC
Designing Cardio Programs: Extreme Interval Training with Guy Andrews
Designing Practical Programs: Functional Flexibility after 65 with Steve Bannerot
2011
AFAA Practical Yoga Instructor Training Workshop
ACE Chronic Musculoskeletal Challenges and Exercise
ACE Functional Training and Assessment Workshop
2010
ACE Exercise for Special Populations
ACE Exercise Programs for Older Adults
Baby Boomer Boot Camp
Orthopedic Modifications for “Baby Boomeritis”
Balance & Fall Prevention / Exercise Programs for Older Adults
2009
Boot Camp Workout Drills
2008
Spinning Orientation Certification - Mad Dogg Athletics
ACE Screening and Assessment for Exercise Programming
Exercise for Chronic Disabilities: Exercise & Lower Back, Chronic Shoulder Conditions, & Knee Pain
2007
Agility, Stability & Mobility – Exercise Etc. Inc.
Integrated Movement Screens & Assessments- Annette Lang
2006
Marymount College- New York, Functional Anatomy
Marymount College- New York, Teaching Adult Fitness: Group Exercise
Assisted Flexibility Training- Annette Lang
2005
Marymount College- New York, Introduction to Fitness Business
2004
Marymount College- New York, Introduction to Nutrition
Top Two Fitness Accomplishments
Successfully climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa up to Gillman’s Point - 5685m
Finished NYC Marathon
Academic History
1997 CUNY - New York, NY - BS Psychology - Magna Cum Laude
Continuing study of Spanish language with the goal of becoming proficient:
Two weeks Intensive study totaling 50 hours of classroom study in Costa Rica, Ecuador, Venezuela and Spain
Cervantes - Completed Intermediate 2, 3, and 4
Employment History
International Model - Worked for several agencies; New York, Paris, Milan, Rome, Florence, and Zurich.
Represented Designer Collections and appeared in National Advertising Campaigns.
Fit Model Free Country and A.H. Schreiber Warnaco-New York-House Model.
Participated in all aspects of design and development of seasonal collections leading up to Market Weeks.
Responsible for collaboration with retail clients on selection and promotion of merchandise.
Provided status reports on purchase and acquisition operations.
Participated in Fashion Shows and Print Ads.