DAVID SAWYER
WORCESTER,MA
Summary
Dynamic martial arts instructor with a proven track record at Rossini Karate & Aikijujutsu, adept at motivating students and enhancing performance through individualized instruction. Skilled in conflict resolution and creative problem solving and public speaking, also expertly developed tailored training programs, resulting in heightened student involvement and skill enhancement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Martial Arts Instructor
Self Employed
04.2015 - Current
- Educated and motivated clients in fitness and self-defense instruction for enhanced performance.
- Managed over 30 students per class to ensure effective learning environments.
- Led workshops and seminars for advanced students, focusing on specialized techniques and skill refinement.
- Offered private lessons tailored to individual needs for accelerated skill development.
Sales Associate
Superior Nutrition & Performance
WORCESTER, MA
07.2010 - 07.2013
- Generated sales growth by educating customers on nutritional and supplemental health products.
- Established strong relationships with vendors and clients to enhance collaboration.
- Guided clients in health and wellness awareness through tailored nutrition and fitness programs.
- Designed customized exercise and nutrition plans to meet individual client needs.
- Instructed individual and group martial arts classes to improve student performance.
- Incorporated martial arts techniques into training routines to boost client engagement.
- Reconciled daily cash and credit sales for accurate financial reporting.
- Conducted private martial arts and fitness classes, promoting discipline and skill development.
Martial Arts Instructor/Fitness Professional
Rossini Karate & Aikijujutsu/Boroughs Martial Art & Fitness Center
02.2003 - 06.2010
- Developed safe and effective training philosophies based on foundational and advanced exercises.
- Instructed students in physical confrontation techniques and psychological conflict resolution.
- Designed tailored training regimens for self-defense disciplines including Aikido, Boxing, and Karate.
- Delivered specialized fitness programs incorporating strength training, agility, balance, and flexibility exercises.
Education
No Degree - Psychology
Worcester State University
Worcester, MA06.2027
Skills
- Creative problem solving
- Student motivation
- Public speaking
- Conflict resolution
- Individualized instruction
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
Interests and Hobbies
Fitness, Martial Arts, Automotive Enthusiast, Guitars, Music, Vocals, Collection of Weaponry, Expressing Positivity. Mechanics, Problem Solving, Dedication and Commitment to Wellness.
Affiliations
Martial Arts and Fitness. Certified Fitness Educator I.S.S.A since 2004.
Dan Ranking Aikido Practitioner. Fuku-Shidoin 2005.
Timeline
Martial Arts Instructor
Self Employed
04.2015 - Current
Sales Associate
Superior Nutrition & Performance
07.2010 - 07.2013
Martial Arts Instructor/Fitness Professional
Rossini Karate & Aikijujutsu/Boroughs Martial Art & Fitness Center
02.2003 - 06.2010
No Degree - Psychology
Worcester State University
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