G Pelliteri
CEO
Paradise Valley,AZ
Summary
Dynamic fitness professional with a strong educational foundation in Education and Exercise Science from Arizona State University. Extensive experience across diverse roles in the fitness industry offers a unique perspective and innovative teaching methods that engage and inspire clients. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment by blending expertise with creativity to enhance instructional effectiveness. Passionate about empowering individuals to achieve health and wellness goals through tailored fitness solutions.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
Cartwright School District
- G taught physical education for the Cartwright School District, developing a non-competitive fitness program for 1st through 6th grade school children.
Exercise Physiologist
Lincoln Institute for Athletic Medicine
Phoenix, AZ
08.1985 - 01.1991
- G was hired by the Lincoln Institute for Athletic Medicine on the campus of John C. Lincoln Hospital to create a fitness test protocol for healthy adults.
Corporate Wellness Director
Greyhound-Dial Corporation
- She was contracted by the Greyhound-Dial Corporation as the company’s Corporate Wellness Director.
Activities and Fitness Director
Royal Cruise Line’s M/S Crown Odyssey
- During a ten-year period, Ms. Pelliteri served as a part-time Activities and Fitness Director aboard Royal Cruise Line’s M/S Crown Odyssey.
Physical Education Faculty Member
Glendale Community College
- G was a part-time physical education faculty member at Glendale Community College teaching Prevention and Treatment of Athletic Injuries along with instructing various fitness classes.
Co-Owner
Arizona Sports Physical Therapy
Scottsdale, AZ
01.1991 - 01.2001
- Co-founded Arizona Sports Physical Therapy in 1991. Collaborated with physical therapists to enhance patient rehabilitation as an exercise physiologist. Delivered exercise recommendations to optimize patient recovery outcomes.
Founder and CEO
PILATES INSTITUTE/GYROTONIC PARADISE VALLEY
Paradise Valley, AZ
01.1999 - Current
- Achieved successful launch of Pilates Institute in January 1999, delivering group and private Pilates classes to a diverse clientele. Introduced Gyrotonic services in 2001 with the opening of Gyrotonic Paradise Valley, providing tailored private and duet sessions. Enhanced client fitness journeys by offering a wide range of Pilates and Gyrotonic equipment, catering to all skill levels and addressing various medical concerns through continuous education and support.
Education
Degree - Education and Exercise Science
Arizona State University
Skills
- Health education
- Facilitating group instruction
- Strength training
- Wellness education facilitation
- Health and fitness analysis
- Behavior modeling
- Specialized sports conditioning
- Student motivation
- Tailored instruction
- Pilates training expertise
- Exercise science expertise
- Team leadership
Certification
- GYROTONIC
- STOTT PILATES
- POLESTAR PILATES
- POWER PIlATES
- PMA Pilates Method Alliance
- American Council on Exercise
- IDEA Health & Fitness Association
- The Cooper Institute. Dallas TX
- Ziglar Speaker Certified
- TESL Certification Teaching English as a Second Language
Timeline
Founder and CEO
PILATES INSTITUTE/GYROTONIC PARADISE VALLEY
01.1999 - Current
Co-Owner
Arizona Sports Physical Therapy
01.1991 - 01.2001
Exercise Physiologist
Lincoln Institute for Athletic Medicine
08.1985 - 01.1991
Physical Education Teacher
Cartwright School District
Corporate Wellness Director
Greyhound-Dial Corporation
Activities and Fitness Director
Royal Cruise Line’s M/S Crown Odyssey
Physical Education Faculty Member
Glendale Community College
Degree - Education and Exercise Science
Arizona State University
Community Service
Sister to Sister, Board of Director’s, 2007, 2008, In 2007 and 2008, G served on the Board of Director’s for the Sister to Sister, the only national organization that provided free cardiac screenings for women. Circle of Friends for the Arizona Humane Society.
Websites
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Currently: The Pilates Institute and Gyrotonic Paradise Valley celebrated 27 years in business and G continues to improve her knowledge of fitness in all areas including completing courses from Harvard University and traveling to gain additional knowledge towards her Gyrotonic Certification Education Credits. She is contemplating a CSCS certification and a patho-kinesiology certification from Polestar in the future. G Pelliteri is proud to have offered over 50,000 classes across the globe.