DYANI MATTAR
Pikesville,MD
Summary
Passionate Senior Fitness Specialist committed to empowering older adults through customized fitness and wellness programs. Combines expertise in functional training and chronic illness management to create safe, effective exercise regimens. Experienced in group instruction and educational workshops, ensuring a holistic approach to resident health and safety.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Fitness Specialist, CPT
Riderwood Village
Silver Spring, MD
07.2025 - Current
- Develops personalized fitness programs for residents based on individual needs. Many residents have chronic illnesses and disease that limits their physical capabilities, and cognitive decline which would include memory issues.
- Evaluates residents' fitness levels to tailor training sessions effectively. Starting each client with an initial assessment to understand their background and prepare the correct training plan.
- Manages over 30 elderly clients whose ages range from 65-95+ years old. Each client is given a 1 on 1 training session consisting of functional movements, strength training, balance practice, coordination drills, fall prevention, agility and speed drills, and post-rehab exercise programs.
- Teaches group exercise classes with up to 30 participants which promotes resident engagement and community. Currently teaching 3 unique classes of different intensity on my own, as well as co-teaching a RockSteady Boxing class for seniors with Parkinson's as a certified assistant coach.
- Ensures overall gym safety by giving orientations on proper equipment usage and providing program/class information.
- Organizes wellness workshops addressing various health topics for resident education.
Server
Texas Roadhouse
Hunt Valley, MD
08.2026 - Current
- Provide excellent customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Memorize menu items and daily specials for accurate guest recommendations.
- Maintain cleanliness of tables, dining area, and service stations throughout shifts.
- Resolve guest complaints promptly to enhance overall dining experience at the restaurant.
- Handle cash transactions and processed payments accurately at the end of meals.
Certified Personal Trainer
GYMGUYZ
Annapolis & Columbia, MD
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Provided in-home personal training to a variety of clientele usually in the middle aged-elderly range.
- Customized workout plans for each individual client and visit them multiple times a week to conduct rehabilitative and performance training sessions.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted programs to ensure continued improvement.
Rehab Technician
Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC)
Towson, MD
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Assisted physical and occupational therapists whom held various certifications by providing support during patient appointments, cleaning rooms post-session, and ensuring patient care and safety.
- Helped patients with movements for recovery after joint/spine surgery, and addressed both post-op and inpatient rehabilitation needs.
- Prepared treatment areas and maintained cleanliness of rehabilitation equipment.
- Monitored patients during sessions to ensure safety and adherence to protocols.
Clinicial Assistant
FX Physical Therapy
Elkridge, MD
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Took down client information to admit them as a new patient and contacted patients about referrals.
- Tracked the schedules of each physical therapist to correctly assign them with adequate patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records and updated documentation as needed.
- Greeted and assisted visitors, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
- Maintained organization of front desk area, promoting a tidy environment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Kinesiology, Sports Science
CCBC (Catonsville)
06-2024
High School Diploma -
Western School of Technology And Environmental Science
06-2022
Skills
- Certified senior fitness specialist
- ACE certified personal trainer
- CPR/AED certified
- Personalized training
- Functional training
- Group class instruction
- Health education
- Chronic illness management
- Problem solving
- Wellness program development
- Exercise physiology
- Injury prevention
- Quick learner
- Compassionate team player
- Reliable and punctual
- Patient and customer-oriented
Volunteer Experience
- 2018, 2019, High School JV Basketball Team Captain
- 2021, 2022, High School Varsity Basketball Team Captain
- 2018, 2022, High School Varsity Baseball Manager
- 2021, 2022, National Technical Honor Society Member
- 2022, 2023, Head Coach of Arbutus 17U Girls Recreational Basketball Team
- 2023, 2024, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Member
Certification
- Certified Personal Trainer- American Council on Exercise
- CPR/AED Certified- American CPR Care Association
- Senior Fitness Specialist- American Council on Exercise
Timeline
Server
Texas Roadhouse
08.2026 - Current
Senior Fitness Specialist, CPT
Riderwood Village
07.2025 - Current
Certified Personal Trainer
GYMGUYZ
10.2024 - 06.2025
Rehab Technician
Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC)
08.2023 - 10.2024
Clinicial Assistant
FX Physical Therapy
10.2022 - 07.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Kinesiology, Sports Science
CCBC (Catonsville)
High School Diploma -
Western School of Technology And Environmental Science