Hi, I’m
Catherine Chappell
Huntsville,AL
Summary
A creative, responsible, and professional individual with excellent people and motivational skills. Passionate exercise trainer and group fitness instructor with a background in designing and leading dynamic workout sessions tailored to participant needs and skill levels. Skilled in creating engaging and inclusive environment that encourages health, wellness, and community building among clients. Demonstrated ability to adapt exercises for individuals with special requirements, ensuring safe and effective workouts. Known for improving client retention rates through personalized attention, motivation, and support.
Overview
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Zoom Indoor CyclingHuntsville
Indoor Cycling Instructor
03.2023 - 04.2024
Job overview
- Led engaging indoor cycling classes for diverse fitness levels.
- Developed and curated music playlists to enhance class experience and motivation.
Barre3Huntsville
Barre3 Instructor, Lead Instructor
05.2021 - 03.2024
Job overview
- Plan classes, choose approved music and build a class based on Barre3 guidelines
- Mentored new instructors to foster a supportive work environment.
- Facilitate team workshops.
- Hold new instructor auditions
- Lead new instructor training
On Stage With Catherine, LLCAtlanta
Preschool Ballet teacher, Owner
09.2019 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Developed a positive classroom environment, fostering creativity and self-expression.
- Designed engaging ballet lesson plans for various age groups and skill levels.
The Goddard School BuckheadAtlanta
Full-time assistant preschool teacher
10.2018 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Assisted lead teacher in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
The Araca GroupNew York
Senior Sales Associate
10.2016 - 02.2018
Job overview
- Sold Broadway merchandise on site for various shows
- Managed inventory levels and coordinated stock replenishment efficiently.
- Trained new sales associates on product knowledge and sales techniques.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
Child Care, Gabi FriedmanNew York
Part-time after school babysitter
09.2016 - 09.2017
Job overview
- Part-time after school babysitter for a seven year old girl
- Light house cleaning, cooking, transportation (NYC MTA)
Strawberry Street CaféRichmond
Server
01.2016 - 08.2016
Job overview
- Waited on tables, beverage and food runner, bussed tables, courteous to customers, Micros POS system, take out, onsite training
Education
Morehead State UniversityMorehead, KY
Bachelor of Arts from Theatre/Dance Minor
12-2013
Skills
- Bilingual in German and English
- Class planning
- Music selection
- Workout customization
- Instructor training
- Customer engagement
- Performance feedback
- Time management
- Motivational leadership
- Strong communication
- Continuous professional development
- Sales
- Customer Satisfaction
- Creative Problem Solving
- Organizational Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Works Well Under Pressure
Performance Experience
- Singer, Dancer, Actor, Virginia Repertory Theatre, Richmond, VA
- Singer, Dancer, Actor, The Stephen Foster Story, Bardstown, KY
- Actor, TheatreLAB, Richmond, VA
- Choreographer, SPARC-Youth Performing Arts School, Richmond, VA
- Singer, Dancer, Actor, Kincaid Regional Theatre, Falmouth, KY
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Indoor Cycling Instructor
Zoom Indoor Cycling
03.2023 - 04.2024
Barre3 Instructor, Lead Instructor
Barre3
05.2021 - 03.2024
Preschool Ballet teacher, Owner
On Stage With Catherine, LLC
09.2019 - 03.2020
Full-time assistant preschool teacher
The Goddard School Buckhead
10.2018 - 08.2019
Senior Sales Associate
The Araca Group
10.2016 - 02.2018
Part-time after school babysitter
Child Care, Gabi Friedman
09.2016 - 09.2017
Server
Strawberry Street Café
01.2016 - 08.2016
Morehead State University
Bachelor of Arts from Theatre/Dance Minor