Knowledgeable Martial Arts Instructor bringing 20 years' experience in Discipline. Caring and hands-on teacher enthusiastic about imparting core principles and key techniques to students of all levels.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Instructor
Kickside Martial Arts
07.2022 - 01.2024
Taught both core principles and fighting techniques to students of all levels.
Offered private lessons tailored to individual needs for accelerated skill development or intensive training purposes.
Worked closely with students and parents to increase positive feedback from parents and boost overall student success.
Collaborated with fellow instructors on curriculum development and instructional strategies to ensure consistent high-quality instruction across all classes.
Provided feedback and corrections to improve students' skills and techniques.
Helped students prevent injuries and rendered calm and professional aid in case of accidents.
Evaluated student performance to determine promotion in rank.
Group Kickboxing/Fitness instructor
CKO Kickboxing
09.2022 - 01.2024
Created individualized fitness programs to meet clients' goals, physical abilities and limitations.
Collaborated with clients to identify potential barriers to achieving fitness goals.
Set up and broke down equipment before and after classes.
Improved gym member retention through consistent monitoring of progress and providing regular feedback on performance.
Utilized social media and other marketing strategies to promote gym programs and services, attracting new clients and increasing revenue.
Warehouse Worker
Express Employment Professionals
07.2019 - 07.2022
Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
Expedited shipping processes by accurately preparing documentation such as packing slips, bills of lading, and freight manifests for each delivery assignment.
Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
Strike Coach
UFC GYM
01.2018 - 01.2019
Increased athlete''s skills development through individualized training plans based on each player''s strengths and weaknesses.
Facilitated open communication between players, parents, staff members, ensuring that all concerns were addressed promptly and effectively.
Managed practice schedules, ensuring efficient use of time and resources for optimal results.
Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
Analyzed and evaluated team performance metrics to identify areas of improvement.
2nd Assistant Manager
Zumiez
01.2015 - 01.2019
Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Managed financial transactions and reduced discrepancies through regular audits of cash registers and daily reports.
Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
Assistant Instructor
Black Belt Academy
01.2014 - 01.2016
Enhanced students'' martial arts skills by providing personalized instruction and feedback.
Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive learning environment and increasing student retention.
Promoted physical fitness and discipline through engaging warm-up exercises and drills.
Demonstrated proper techniques, ensuring safety and accuracy during training sessions.
Provided support to lead instructor in organizing belt tests, enabling timely advancement for students.
Participated in staff meetings, sharing insights on student progress and contributing ideas for program improvement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Old Bridge High School
Old Bridge, NJ
01.2013
Skills
Patience and Empathy
Performance monitoring
Motivational and Inspirational
Personal training regimens
Public speaking abilities
Goal Setting and Achievement
Lesson Planning
Strong leadership abilities
Calm Under Pressure
Accomplishments
Achieved Third-Degree Black Belt by completing curricular with accuracy and efficiency.