Cassandra Nelson
Farmington,UT
Summary
Enthusiastic professional committed to physical and emotional well-being of class members. Understands thoroughly how bodies move and function and clearly communicates. Orchestrates fun, energetic and motivational exercise classes for students at basic, intermediate, and advanced levels.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Yoga Instructor
Lift at Station Park
Farmington, UT
10.2022 - Current
- Lead yoga classes focusing on mindfulness, strength, and flexibility for diverse groups.
- Utilized props and innovative techniques to make yoga accessible to beginners and those with limitations.
- Provided adjustments and modifications to ensure safety and comfort for all participants.
Yoga Instructor
Move Barre and Yoga
Pasadena, CA
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning and relaxation through verbal cues and music selection.
- Assisted students with proper alignment in poses, breathing techniques, and modifications as needed.
- Kept up-to-date with advances in yoga technology by attending trainings, workshops, conferences regularly.
- Demonstrated postures using correct body mechanics and anatomical terminology.
Group Fitness Instructor
24 Hour Fitness
Glendale, CA
04.2017 - 03.2020
- Instructed Group fitness classes including Yoga, Pilates, Boot Camp, and Body Pump.
- Prepared for classes in advance, selected and queued music beforehand and began and ended classes on time for maximum benefit to attendees.
- Provided personalized attention to individuals in the class to accommodate all levels of skill and ability.
- Demonstrated postures using correct body mechanics and anatomical terminology.
- Led dynamic group fitness classes in high-energy environments, ensuring participant engagement and motivation.
Group Fitness
LA Fitness
Oxnard
10.2014 - 05.2016
- Instructed group fitness classes including yoga, Pilates, spinning, circuit training, and strength training.
- Created fun yet challenging group fitness classes utilizing various forms of strength training exercises.
- Motivated clients to participate in gym fitness activities and group classes.
Education
Certified Yoga Instructor 200hr
Core Power Yoga
Pasadena, CA01-2018
Certified Personal Training
NASM
01-2014
Utah State University
Logan, UT01-2004
Skills
- Teaching Forms and Techniques
- Interpersonal Communication
- Group and individual instruction
- Form knowledge
- Relationship Building
- Pose Modifications
- Individual and Group Instruction
- Class organization
- Group fitness
- Yoga and Pilates expertise
- Strength training expertise
Timeline
Yoga Instructor
Lift at Station Park
10.2022 - Current
Yoga Instructor
Move Barre and Yoga
06.2019 - 03.2020
Group Fitness Instructor
24 Hour Fitness
04.2017 - 03.2020
Group Fitness
LA Fitness
10.2014 - 05.2016
Certified Yoga Instructor 200hr
Core Power Yoga
Certified Personal Training
NASM
Utah State University
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