123 Ocean Drive Sampleville, FL 1234 United States Mobile: 0418 675 309 Home: 02 867 5309 Email: sample@connectcv.com
Summary
My key skills are in exercise programming and rehabilitation, fitness assessments, muscle testing and function, one-on-one training and group exercise sessions, health promotion work and occupational first aid.
Career Objective
To secure a position as a professional personal trainer where I can demonstrate my passion for fitness, health and overall well being. I wish to teach, help and coach people to achieve their fitness goals and improve their lifestyle.
Employment History
Jan 2008 – present:Health and Lifestyle Instructor
Brisbane, QLD, Australia
Macworry Financial Services
I was hired by multinational finance company Macworry to encourage their employees to stay fit and active, and provide classes and advice to help them do so. I worked in the company gym and also ran classes in the local park.
Responsibilities
Initiating, promoting and managing recreational activities
Conducting personal appraisals and prescribing suitable fitness programs
Working closely with the Occupational Health and Safety Department and responding to current initiatives and company objectives
Prescribing and directing injury rehabilitation programs
Providing variety in the gym through circuit, boxercise, aerobics, stretch and yoga classes
Providing one-on-one training for clients seeking individualised training
Conducting educational seminars and health awareness campaigns pertaining to holistic health and injury prevention at the work-site and during leisure time
Overseeing equipment maintenance, safety auditing and facility housekeeping
Achievements
Introduced 3 new exercise classes to the company gym and 1 new outdoors program
Proposed changes to the company’s Fitness for Work standard which lead to an update of the standard
Planned and implemented the company’s ‘Get up, get going’ campaign which increased gym attendance by 20 per cent
Jan 2005 – Dec 2007:Personal Trainer & Fitness Instructor
Gold Coast, QLD, Australia
Surfers Paradise Fitness Centre
Responsibilities
Designed and implemented personalised exercise and diet programs targeting specific conditions and concerns including obesity, arthritis and high cholesterol
Recruit and retain clients
Counsel members about fitness, exercise, health and injury management
Run group fitness classes
Provide weight-lifting, treadmill and other fitness apparatus instruction
Ensure the safety of all members and clients
Ensure all gym equipment is maintained
Advised on common sport and exercise related injuries
Assess clients’ fitness on a monthly basis
Achievements
Monitored a group of 20 overweight people who lost 7-10 per cent body fat under my supervision
Implemented the Fit Fast incentive training program that encouraged and challenged people to their lose weight
Jan 2003 – Dec 2004:Casual Gym Supervisor
Gold Coast, QLD, Australia
Gold Coast University Gym
Responsibilities
Registered new members
Maintained equipment and amenities
Developed exercise programs
Exercise and fitness instruction
Basic office administration
Jan 2003 – Dec 2003:Fitness Tester and Part-Time Trainer
Brisbane, QLD, Australia
Brisbane Bears Football Club
Responsibilities
Conducted the beep test, 10–40 metre sprint, 60-second push up test, double leg bound test
Planned and lead training routines
Assisted with massage and physiotherapy duties
Education / Qualifications
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science The University of Queensland Graduated: December 2003
Brisbane, QLD, Australia
Skills Summary
Excellent motivator, able to communicate in an easy to understand manner what muscle each exercise works and why it is beneficial for the client.
Immigration / Work Status
Australia – Citizen
Hobbies / Interests
Fitness fanatic - I love to play team sports like football, netball, basketball and rugby in my spare time. When I'm not playing sport I do like to host dinner parties for friends and family.
