Armando Ibarra
Marina
Summary
Experienced with coordinating complex programs and managing multiple priorities. Utilizes strong organizational and communication skills to ensure project alignment and success. Track record of fostering team collaboration and adaptability in fast-paced settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Coordinator/ Movement Instructor
Project Commotion
San Francisco, CA
09.2022 - Current
- Perform movement activities, transitions, and support classroom management for teachers while conducting movement classes for youth
- Work creatively with students with varying abilities and behavior challenges, and special needs
- Create plans and systems with camp coaches regarding who will be where and who will take on what activities with students
- Coordinate with program teaching staff regarding curricula
- Administer partner surveys, lead parent and teacher workshops on movement.
- Assists in training new staff and creating staff schedules to accommodate
- Coordinated program logistics, ensuring efficient operation and timely execution of events.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering professional development and skill advancement within the organization.
- Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
Youth/Adult Capoeira Instructor
Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts
San Francisco, CA
06.2015 - 01.2024
- Reestablished youth Capoeira program at Mission Cultural Center.
- Leading multi-age group classes for the art of Capoeira – an Afro-Brazilian martial art incorporating dance, music, and acrobatics.
- Develop youth’s leadership skills, confidence, and interpersonal skills through classes and mentoring with game-based fitness, sports skills, and creative movement.
- Instructed Summer program for adolescent youth that supports physical development, coordination, and rhythm while also fostering social-emotional growth, teamwork, and a sense of community; program concluded with a performance.
- Market the Capoeira program and expand to different schools, teaching 200+ kids a week and referring families to the Mission Cultural Center once the program was over.
- Developed engaging curriculum to enhance cultural understanding among diverse student populations.
- Mentored students, fostering skills in various artistic disciplines while encouraging personal growth and creativity.
Instructor
Omulu Capoeira San Francisco Chapter
San Francisco, CA
06.2015 - 01.2024
- Plan yearly event to promote students with international guests coordinating travel and stay accommodations
- Host fundraising events with support from local vendors and community members to generate and adhere to budgets for uniforms and materials for classes, summer/winter camps, etc.
- Attend monthly meetings with instructors across the United States
- Develop working documents for group standards and conduct
- Delivered engaging Capoeira instruction to diverse groups, fostering cultural appreciation and physical fitness.
- Developed customized lesson plans that enhanced student engagement and retention of Capoeira techniques.
- Coordinated workshops featuring guest instructors, enriching curriculum and expanding student learning opportunities.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
Assistant General Manager
Golden State Barbell Club
San Francisco, CA
10.2019 - 07.2021
- Correspond with existing and potential members
- Initiate and complete the sales process with new clients.
- Communicate weekly with owners about progress, needs, and maintenance.
- Collaborate with colleagues on marketing, social media, and promotion of gym and gym events
- Collaborated with the Assistant General Manager on marketing initiatives to increase brand awareness and drive sales growth.
- Increased customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving concerns in a timely manner.
- Monitored facility maintenance needs, coordinating repairs and upgrades as necessary to keep operations running smoothly.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to identify areas of improvement and develop solutions.
- Ensured compliance with all health department regulations by implementing strict sanitation guidelines throughout the establishment.
Group Fitness Instructor
17th Street Athletic Club
San Francisco, CA
08.2018 - 02.2021
- Lead a dynamic variety of group classes for all levels of fitness, including a wide range of equipment: TRX, bosu, medicine balls, free weights, etc.
Group Fitness Instructor
Sweat Republic
San Francisco, CA
06.2015 - 10.2016
- Designed and implemented “Brazil Fit” classes based on study of Capoeira to encourage and motivate reluctant or experienced clients with the intention of expanding their fitness vocabulary.
- Actively communicated with management and fellow instructors to continue the refinement of curriculum and to deepen community.
- Cultivated a welcoming atmosphere for all skill levels, promoting inclusivity and accessibility within group fitness classes.
- Demonstrated modified routines with regressions and progressions to meet diverse fitness levels.
- Managed group fitness classes of up to 20 members.
- Improved class attendance by creating innovative and engaging group fitness routines.
- Designed and implemented diverse group fitness programs to enhance member engagement and retention.
- Instructed various fitness classes, ensuring safety and adherence to best practices for all participants.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Sociology
Manhattanville College
Purchase, NY05-2014
Skills
- Bilingual - Spanish and English
- Community Building
- Promotional planning
- Program management
- Office administration
- Strategic planning
- Proactive mindset
Certification
- Online Coaching Certification
- Specialist in Sports Nutrition
- USAW Level 1 Certification
- TRX Team Course Level 2
- Capoeira Instructor
Timeline
Program Coordinator/ Movement Instructor
Project Commotion
09.2022 - Current
Assistant General Manager
Golden State Barbell Club
10.2019 - 07.2021
Group Fitness Instructor
17th Street Athletic Club
08.2018 - 02.2021
Youth/Adult Capoeira Instructor
Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts
06.2015 - 01.2024
Instructor
Omulu Capoeira San Francisco Chapter
06.2015 - 01.2024
Group Fitness Instructor
Sweat Republic
06.2015 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Sociology
Manhattanville College