Ekaterina Afanaseva
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Certified Pilates Instructor with a proven track record at Nova Pilates & Biomechanics, enhancing client well-being through tailored exercise programs and biomechanics expertise. Excelled in creating engaging Pilates sessions, boosting client satisfaction and retention. Skilled in adapting workouts for diverse needs, combining empathy and strong anatomical knowledge to foster positive outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pilates Instructor
Nova Pilates & Biomechanics
08.2024 - Current
- Led mini-group and private Mat, Reformer and Wunda Chair Pilates classes for clients of all levels, from beginners to advanced.
- Provided individualized modifications for clients with a range of injuries and physical limitations, ensuring safe, effective and challenging.
- Took a holistic approach to helping clients achieve their fitness goals, focusing on areas such as posture, strength, coordination, balance, proprioception, and movement quality to improve overall well-being.
- Maintained a clean and organized studio space, ensuring a safe environment for all participants.
Session Coach
OsteoStrong
09.2023 - Current
- Provided client sessions designed to address osteoporosis and osteopenia through targeted exercises.
- Contributed to revenue growth by driving sales and attracting new clients.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safe studio environment, ensuring proper equipment function.
Personal Trainer
Hard&Cross
04.2015 - 01.2022
- Provided personalized training programs incorporating diverse techniques such as classical strength training, Mat Pilates, mobility and flexibility work, pelvic floor recovery and postpartum rehabilitation, tailored to meet individual client needs and goals
- Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
- Guided clients in understanding the connection between their lifestyle choices, daily habits, and overall well-being, empowering to make positive changes.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social And Cultural Service Provision in Tourism
Omsk State University of Service
Omsk, Russian Federation06-2009
Skills
- Group and Individual Instructing
- Strong understanding of anatomy, and biomechanics
- Exercise modification Ability to adapt exercises for clients with injuries, limitations, or special populations
- Program Design Creating and sequencing effective and engaging Pilates programs tailored to individual or group needs
- Observation and correction Keen observation skills to identify proper form and alignment, and provide corrective feedback
- Empathy and Patience Understanding and patient approach to working with clients of varying abilities and experience levels
- Excellent communication skills to create a positive learning environment and build rapport with clients
Certification
- Pilates Mat. Nova Pilates and Biomechanics.
- Pilates Reformer. Nova Pilates and Biomechanics.
- Diagnosis and Assessment. Fitness School Tensegriti (Moscow, Russian Federation)
- Principles of Movement. Polestar-Pilates (Moscow, Russian Federation)
- Women's Health. Pelvic Floor Recovery AnatomyClub (Moscow, Russian Federation).
- Anatomy Train in Motions. Myofascial Body Map. Academy for Slings Myofascial Training.
- Slings Essentials. Fascia in Motion. Academy for Slings Myofascial Training.
- CPR / AED. ASTI
- Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) - National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Hiking
- Gym Workouts
- Drawing and Painting
- Photography
- Reading
- Road Trips
Timeline
Pilates Instructor
Nova Pilates & Biomechanics
08.2024 - Current
Session Coach
OsteoStrong
09.2023 - Current
Personal Trainer
Hard&Cross
04.2015 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Social And Cultural Service Provision in Tourism
Omsk State University of Service
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