Gwen Linden-Bruzek
Summary
Creative Business Owner with exceptional background spent in Fitness and Yoga for special populations and all fitness levels. Proven leader with engaging demeanor and success working in most demanding environments. Talented in training and mentoring successful teams.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Owner
Zengwenyoga.com
Burnsville, MN
03.2020 - Current
- Consulted with clients to assess needs and propose optimal solutions for mental, physical and emotion wellness.
- Trained and motivated clients in their homes during the pandemic.
- Developed a supportive community online to help encourage and motivate one another.
Teacher Trainer and Yoga Instructor
Green Lotus Yoga And Healing Center
Lakeville, MN
11.2008 - 12.2020
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
Personal Trainer and Yoga Instructor
Puravida Fitness
Lakeville, Minnesota
11.2005 - 11.2008
- Explained different yoga styles and poses to students.
- Led up to 5 classes per week.
- Developed safe and effective exercise programs for class members, including special populations and college athletes.
- Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
Personal Trainer, Yoga Instructor
Northwest Athletic Club, Wellbridge
Burnsville, MN
09.2005 - 11.2007
- Retained knowledge of studio offerings, programs and pricing to promote brand and guide registration.
- Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
- Educated club members about relationship between nutrition and fitness.
- Kept studio area safe, organized and comfortable for students.
Personal Trainer, Yoga Instructor
Bally Total Fitness Corporation
Bloomington, MN
09.2003 - 11.2006
- Retained knowledge of studio offerings, programs and pricing to promote brand and guide registration.
- Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
- Educated club members about relationship between nutrition and fitness.
- Kept studio area safe, organized and comfortable for students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Musical Theater
University of Minnesota - Duluth
Duluth, MN06.1993
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Self-Motivated
- Decision-Making
- Active Listening
- Excellent Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Dependable and Responsible
- Interpersonal Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Good Telephone Etiquette
Certification
- ERYT-Yoga Instructor since 2019
- YCEP-Yoga Instructor since 2020
- Ayurveda Lifestyle Consultant since 2017
- Physical Therapy Aide 2022
Timeline
Owner
Zengwenyoga.com
03.2020 - Current
Teacher Trainer and Yoga Instructor
Green Lotus Yoga And Healing Center
11.2008 - 12.2020
Personal Trainer and Yoga Instructor
Puravida Fitness
11.2005 - 11.2008
Personal Trainer, Yoga Instructor
Northwest Athletic Club, Wellbridge
09.2005 - 11.2007
Personal Trainer, Yoga Instructor
Bally Total Fitness Corporation
09.2003 - 11.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Musical Theater
University of Minnesota - Duluth
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