Jennifer A Ferguson
Seattle,USA
Summary
Passionate Pilates Instructor specializing in personalized programming and client relationship management. Cultivates a welcoming atmosphere that boosts client engagement and retention. Focused on continuous education and effective communication to support clients in achieving their fitness goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pilates Instructor
Madison Park Pilates
Seattle, USA
10.2016 - Current
- Instructed diverse Pilates classes focusing on body alignment and strength.
- Designed personalized fitness programs tailored to individual client needs.
- Created a welcoming environment that encouraged client engagement and retention.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere in order to make clients feel comfortable in class environment.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain studio cleanliness and organization.
- Assisted in scheduling classes and managing client appointments efficiently.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, collecting payments or managing inventory.
- Maintained neat and clean equipment and facilities.
- Marketed facility, classes and services to current and potential members.
Pilates Instructor
Pilates Seattle International
Seattle, USA
01.2012 - 05.2016
- Instructed diverse Pilates classes focusing on body alignment and strength.
- Provided feedback and encouragement to clients during their workouts.
- Assisted in scheduling classes and managing client appointments efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain studio cleanliness and organization.
- Documented class attendance and student participation for facility records.
- Maintained neat and clean equipment and facilities.
Pilates Instructor
Bellevue Club
Bellevue, USA
03.2008 - 11.2010
- Designed personalized fitness programs tailored to individual client needs.
- Encouraged clients to set realistic goals while helping them stay motivated throughout their journey.
- Provided feedback and encouragement to clients during their workouts.
- Created a welcoming environment that encouraged client engagement and retention.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain studio cleanliness and organization.
- Documented class attendance and student participation for facility records.
Pilates Instructor
Pilates on Mercer
Mercer Island, USA
11.2006 - 03.2008
- Instructed diverse Pilates classes focusing on body alignment and strength.
- Designed personalized fitness programs tailored to individual client needs.
- Demonstrated effective breathing techniques to enhance practice quality.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, collecting payments or managing inventory.
Certified Pilates Instructor
Studio Keana
Paris, France
04.2006 - 09.2006
- Instructed diverse groups in Pilates techniques and proper form.
- Designed customized workout plans for individual client needs.
- Demonstrated equipment usage and safety procedures during classes.
- Assessed client progress and adjusted routines as needed.
- Attended professional development seminars and workshops related to Pilates instruction.
Pilates Instructor
Metropolitan Pilates
Seattle, USA
11.2004 - 03.2006
- Instructed diverse Pilates classes focusing on body alignment and strength.
- Provided feedback and encouragement to clients during their workouts.
- Participated in workshops and development sessions to improve understanding of the discipline and service to clients.
Education
Completion Certificate of Comprehensive Program - Classical Pilates
Romana's Pilates International
Fort Lauderdale, FL11-2004
Teacher Training Certification -
Metropolitan Pilates
Seattle, WA, USATeacher Training Certification -
Pilates Seattle International
Seattle, WA, USASkills
- Pilates instruction
- Fitness instruction
- Pilates equipment expertise
- Adaptability to change
- Fitness assessment
- Client assessment
- Progress monitoring
- Goal setting
- Exercise modification
- Alignment techniques
- Group instruction
- Safe exercise demonstration
- Cueing mastery
- Hands-on adjustments
- Breathing techniques
- Client engagement
- Relationship management
- Class scheduling
- Booking management
- Equipment setup and takedown
- Equipment maintenance
- Studio maintenance responsibilities
- Safety awareness
- First aid and CPR
- Retention strategies
- Administrative organization
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Adaptability to change
- Professional development
- Ethical conduct adherence
- Professional etiquette
- Diversity awareness
- Effective communication
- Professional development
- Maintain equipment
Administrative Duties
- Schedule and bill personal clientele, secure teaching venues, create home programs for clients., Bellevue Club, Bellevue, WA
- Schedule my own clients and bill clients, both via computer program., Pilates on Mercer, Mercer Island, WA
- Schedule and bill my own clients via computer program., Seattle Athletic Club, Seattle, WA
- Coordinate teacher training program, schedule Pilates clients and Physical Therapy patients, bill clients and patients, handle monetary transactions., Pilates Seattle International, Seattle, WA
Dance Performing Experience
- Company Member, Ballet Hispanico of New York, New York City, NY
- Company Member, Cincinnati Ballet Company, Cincinnati, OH
- Principal, Cornish College of the Arts, College Dance Company, Seattle, WA
- Company Member, Djazz-Ex Modern Jazz Dance Company, Den Haag, Netherlands
- Principal, Eglevsky Ballet Company, New York City, NY
- Soloist, JumpStart Performance Society, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Soloist, Llory Wilson and Dancers, Seattle, WA
Languages
French
Elementary
Certification
- Romana's Pilates International Classical
- Zena Rommett Floor Barre
Accomplishments
- Humanitarian Award
Affiliations
- Reading, Yoga, Performing Arts, Gathering donations for Mary's Place
Timeline
Pilates Instructor
Madison Park Pilates
10.2016 - Current
Pilates Instructor
Pilates Seattle International
01.2012 - 05.2016
Pilates Instructor
Bellevue Club
03.2008 - 11.2010
Pilates Instructor
Pilates on Mercer
11.2006 - 03.2008
Certified Pilates Instructor
Studio Keana
04.2006 - 09.2006
Pilates Instructor
Metropolitan Pilates
11.2004 - 03.2006
Completion Certificate of Comprehensive Program - Classical Pilates
Romana's Pilates International
Teacher Training Certification -
Metropolitan Pilates
Teacher Training Certification -
Pilates Seattle International