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Amy Harraka

Summary

Fully certified Pilates and Yoga Instructor offering years of experience. Pelvic floor and diastasis certified specialist. Leverages diverse styles and techniques for different skill levels. Caring, patient and fun. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. CEC from Polestar, Balance Body, Center Method and Yoga Alliance. Experienced working with special populations such knee and hip replacements.

Knowledgeable with reformer, exo chair, tower and Cadillac, ladder barrel and spine corrector. TRX Certified.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Yoga and Pilates Instructor

Frenchtown Pilates And Yoga

Organize and lead Pilates and Yoga workshops and events.

  • Promoted workshops, retreats and other special events to supplement class instruction and provide additional learning opportunities for students.
  • Built relationships with students to boost rapport and word-of-mouth referrals.
  • Created and managed social media page to promote class schedule, pricing and other information.
  • Assisted with marketing and promoting of classes and services.
  • Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students

Certified Pilates Instructor -Seasonal

Core Nantucket
06.2023 - Current
  • Worked in team-based environment to provide clients with optimal fitness services.
  • Attended continuing education classes to maintain current knowledge.
  • Kept facilities and equipment clean and organized.
  • Promoted additional classes and available services to members.
  • Tracked member attendance and participation for recordkeeping purposes.
  • Encouraged participants to stay motivated and reach fitness goals.
  • Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
  • Delivered fun and motivating group fitness classes designed to improve overall health and fitness levels.

Certified Pilates Instructor

Club Pilates Franchise LLC
01.2017 - Current
  • Worked in team-based environment to provide clients with optimal fitness services.
  • Kept facilities and equipment clean and organized.
  • Promoted additional classes and available services to members.
  • Promoted safe and inclusive environment for club clients and members.
  • Assisted with marketing and promoting of classes and services.

Certified Yoga Instructor

Edge Fitness Club
01.2017 - 03.2020
  • Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
  • Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
  • Demonstrated yoga poses and provided verbal cues and adjustments to help students improve alignment and technique.
  • Arrived early to set up room, greet students, and answer questions.
  • Maintained accurate class attendance records and student information to facilitate communication with students.
  • Developed safe and effective exercise programs for class members.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ

Recti Diastasis Rehabilitation -

The Center Method
2021

Skills

  • Safety and Emergency Procedures
  • Retreat Programs
  • Fitness Evaluations
  • Relationship Development
  • Classroom Preparation
  • Calendar and Scheduling Software
  • Designing Classes and Routines
  • Music Preparation and Setup
  • Overseeing Equipment Inventory
  • Relationship and Community Building
  • Small and Large Group Instruction

Certification

  • 500 Comprehensive Pilates Certification
  • Diastasis Certified Specialist
  • Pre/Post Natal Specialist
  • 200RYTCertified Yoga Instructor
  • Group Fitness Certified

Additional Information

CPR Certified

Timeline

Certified Pilates Instructor -Seasonal

Core Nantucket
06.2023 - Current

Certified Pilates Instructor

Club Pilates Franchise LLC
01.2017 - Current

Certified Yoga Instructor

Edge Fitness Club
01.2017 - 03.2020

Yoga and Pilates Instructor

Frenchtown Pilates And Yoga

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

William Paterson University of New Jersey

Recti Diastasis Rehabilitation -

The Center Method
Amy Harraka