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ASHLY SIMS

Knoxville,USA

Summary

Passionate Teacher with more than 10 years of experience in the health and fitness industry.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Teacher/Instructor- Currently Teaching

YOGASIX BEARDEN
01.2019 - 03.2022
  • Lead teacher supports General Manager and Department of Education by providing programming expertise, onboarding help, and continued coaching for teaching roster of region.
  • Onboarding new instructors and evaluating current instructors. This includes reviewing submitted sequences, auditioning teachers for format sign offs, providing feedback and coaching to teachers exploring new formats, and leading format trainings.
  • Teach 4-6 group weekly group Yoga classes ( virtual as well.)
  • Maintains patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to continuously support student development and personal growth.
  • YACEP, or Yoga Alliance continuing education provider.

*Currently teaching 3 classes at YogaSix Bearden. Resigned from the lead teacher position in March 1, 2022.

Yoga Instructor

UNITY YOGA & WELLNESS
01.2019 - 05.2019
  • Led up to 4 classes per week.
  • Developed safe and effective exercise programs for class members.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with participants by interacting with group during fitness classes.
  • Adhered to all facility rules for safety, compliance and continuing education.

Licensed Practical Nurse

KNOXVILLE PEDIATRIC ASSOCIATES
05.2008 - 01.2012
  • Observe patients, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment.
  • Assisted up to 60 patients daily through triage on nursing phone line.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.

Yoga Instructor/Pilates Instructor/Managing Partner

THE PRACTICE YOGA & WELLNESS
05.2011 - 01.2014
  • Taught weekly group classes, including Pilates and Yoga.
  • Kept studio area safe, organized and comfortable for students.
  • Managed customer transactions, prepared daily deposits, processed registrations and maintained payroll for instructors.
  • Directed hiring, training and performance evaluations for instructors and sales staff and supervised their daily activities.

Pediatric Nurse

MAXIM HEALTH, Pediatric Home Health
01.2009 - 03.2011
  • Administer prescribed medications or start intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
  • Analyzed and interpreted patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings and diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnosis.
  • Provided educational support to patients and families to inform them of procedures.

Head of LO

Hylo Fitness Knoxville
Knoxville, TN
09.2023 - Current

- Develops and maintained an ongoing schedule for employees, focusing on diverse fitness programs for children.

- Assist in marketing initiatives and managing front desk operations to enhance member engagement.

- Oversees retail ordering and inventory management, ensuring a well-stocked and organized environment.

- Fosters a positive and upbeat atmosphere, contributing to increased member satisfaction and sales.

- Monitors membership retention rates and operational efficiency to optimize overall performance.

- Collaborated in the development of educational programs and classes currently offered in the high-demand schedule.

- Conducts comprehensive evaluations for all instructors to ensure quality and effectiveness in teaching.

- Performs regular performance evaluations for all employees, fostering professional growth and development.

-Currently teaching all yoga classes, pilates inspired and barre inspired classes.

Education

RYT-300, Yoga

ULU Yoga
Surat Thani, Thailand *Completed Virtually
03.2021

RYT-200, Yoga

Glowing Body
Knoxville, TN
01.2017

Mat Pilates

Peak Pilates
Nashville, TN
01.2011

Licensed Practical Nurse

Tennessee Technological University
Knoxville, TN
05.2008

Pre-Requisites, Nursing

Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN
2005

Certification

ERYT-500, Yoga Alliance continuing education provider, Pilates Mat Certification , Certified Holistic Nutritionist ,Yoga Shred Certification, Strictly Ballet Certified teacher and CPR certified.

Timeline

Head of LO

Hylo Fitness Knoxville
09.2023 - Current

Lead Teacher/Instructor- Currently Teaching

YOGASIX BEARDEN
01.2019 - 03.2022

Yoga Instructor

UNITY YOGA & WELLNESS
01.2019 - 05.2019

Yoga Instructor/Pilates Instructor/Managing Partner

THE PRACTICE YOGA & WELLNESS
05.2011 - 01.2014

Pediatric Nurse

MAXIM HEALTH, Pediatric Home Health
01.2009 - 03.2011

Licensed Practical Nurse

KNOXVILLE PEDIATRIC ASSOCIATES
05.2008 - 01.2012

RYT-300, Yoga

ULU Yoga

RYT-200, Yoga

Glowing Body

Mat Pilates

Peak Pilates

Licensed Practical Nurse

Tennessee Technological University

Pre-Requisites, Nursing

Middle Tennessee State University
ASHLY SIMS