Gina Nowak, SFS
Personal Senior Fitness Coach
Lockport,NY
Summary
More than 25 years ago started as a fitness instructor at the YWCA of Niagara. Then, employed as General Manager at Lockport Athletic & Fitness overseeing 26 employees and facility. During my ten year tenure as GM, conducted fitness classes including Silver Sneakers, Pilates, yoga, weight training classes, etc., and one-on-one training with various abilities.
With my management skills, I opened my own fitness center for 9 years. Facilitated the dynamics of running a business, conducting classes for all age groups, designing specific programs to meet people's needs and desires in order to produce stronger individuals. Earning clients' trust that "They Can Do It!"
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Revolution Training & Fitness
09.2014 - 06.2023
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Created and instructed group fitness classes and one-on-one personal training clients.
- Adapted instruction to accommodate special needs, disabilities and physical limitations.
- Managed 7 employees.
- Responsible for maintaining all equipment for safety.
General Manager
Lockport Athletic & Fitness
02.2003 - 01.2013
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations with over 26 employees.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Facilitated monthly training of the trainers.
- Instructed Classes (Silver Sneakers, Pilates, weight training) also, personal training (one-on-one)
- Adapted instruction to accommodate special needs, disabilities and physical limitations.
Fitness Instructor
YWCA Of Niagara
04.1997 - 02.2003
- Designed innovative fitness plans to keep clients engaged.
- Explained and demonstrated safe and appropriate exercises for clients of various fitness and physical abilities.
- Explained use of exercise equipment to all participants, prioritizing safety at all times.
- Adapted instruction to accommodate special needs, disabilities and physical limitations.
Education
Senior Fitness Specialist - Senior Fitness
National Academy of Sports Medicine
09.2023
Skills
- Dynamic relationship skills in gaining rapport with clientele
- Provide best and safest experience
- Instruct strength and balance exercise to reduce fear of falling
- Foster confidence to promote quality of living
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Revolution Training & Fitness
09.2014 - 06.2023
General Manager
Lockport Athletic & Fitness
02.2003 - 01.2013
Fitness Instructor
YWCA Of Niagara
04.1997 - 02.2003
Senior Fitness Specialist - Senior Fitness
National Academy of Sports Medicine
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