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Francine Brown

New York,NY

Summary

Motivated Fitness Instructor accomplished in helping clients at all fitness levels get into shape and achieve goals. Strongly believes health is conscious lifestyle choice necessary for longevity and happiness. Adept in assessing individual fitness needs while providing instruction in a group atmosphere. Strong knowledge of anatomy, fitness technique and muscle recovery to prevent injury and promote success.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Zumba Specialist

Harlem Children's Zone
09.2015 - Current
  • Initially hired as a Zumba Specialist, to offer dance fitness as another form of activity for the students on site at the school for the After School Program
  • Work with the Lower Elementary After School Program.
  • Assigned to do Multicultural lessons for 2nd graders, incorporating fitness and dance.
  • Demonstrates ability to be flexible and creative with any position assigned.

Independent Personal Trainer

Self-employeed
08.2016 - Current

Personal train private clients.

Group Fitness Instructor

NFC Amenity Management
03.2019 - 09.2020
  • Group fitness, aqua, Zumba, personal training in a condo environment.
  • Developed creative and fun fitness classes to keep participants engaged and motivated.
  • Educated members on proper movement techniques and safe equipment use to reduce risk of injury.
  • Taught diverse group fitness classes designed to improve cardiovascular health, strength and mobility.
  • Planned and executed group fitness sessions with warm-ups and cool-downs.
  • Demonstrated modified routines with regressions and progressions to meet diverse fitness levels.
  • Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.

Group Exercise Instructor, Personal Trainer

LIV UNLTD
12.2017 - 09.2020
  • HIIT, Barre, Zumba, Total Body, Spin, Aqua, Kettle Bell classes

Personal Trainer

Optum, Inc
02.2017 - 09.2020
  • Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
  • Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
  • Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
  • Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
  • Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
  • Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.

Personal trainer

Harlem YMCA
02.2010 - 08.2016
  • Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
  • Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
  • Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
  • Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.

Group fitness instructor

New York Sports Club
07.2006 - 10.2008

Personal Trainer

Equinox Fitness Club
01.2002 - 01.2005

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design

School of The Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IL
06.1975

Skills

  • CPR
  • Personal Training
  • Group Fitness
  • Program Design
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Self-Directed

Objective:

Title: Group fitness instructor/ Personal Trainer

Additional Information

  • AFAA Certification, Group fitness
  • NASM Certification, personal training
  • Barre Vida Certified
  • Zumba Certified
  • Kettle Bell Certified, level I
  • Silver Sneaker Certified
  • CPR Certification

Languages

French
Limited Working

Timeline

Group Fitness Instructor

NFC Amenity Management
03.2019 - 09.2020

Group Exercise Instructor, Personal Trainer

LIV UNLTD
12.2017 - 09.2020

Personal Trainer

Optum, Inc
02.2017 - 09.2020

Independent Personal Trainer

Self-employeed
08.2016 - Current

Zumba Specialist

Harlem Children's Zone
09.2015 - Current

Personal trainer

Harlem YMCA
02.2010 - 08.2016

Group fitness instructor

New York Sports Club
07.2006 - 10.2008

Personal Trainer

Equinox Fitness Club
01.2002 - 01.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design

School of The Art Institute of Chicago
Francine Brown