Dynamic CrossFit and Olympic Weightlifting Coach with a proven track record at AltaFit New Rochelle, excelling in leadership development and client engagement. Skilled in program design and effective communication, I foster high-performing teams and drive member progress through innovative training methodologies, enhancing overall fitness experiences and community involvement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
CrossFit and Olympic Weightlifting Coach and Personal Trainer
AltaFit New Rochelle
01.2023 - Current
Responsible for creating program design, and coaching members through functional movements performed at high intensity.
Led and developed a high-performing team, providing coaching and professional development opportunities.
Engage with members to optimize proper warmups, mobility, muscle group activation and movement preparations. Implement the basics of squatting, press, and pulling. Progressed members through Olympic weightlifting and gymnastics.
Drive engagement through compelling content creation that reflect the gym's brand as well as implemented and managed social media platforms.
Proven track record in managing production requirements, developing high-performing teams, and strong cross-functional collaborations.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Connecticut Boat Club
01.2019 - Current
Program design for rowing team, instruct and lead team workouts for nationally and internationally ranked teams.
Led and developed a high-performing team, providing coaching and professional development opportunities.
Increased social media presence to bring in new clients and update and edit website content.
Head Coach
Crossfit XT
06.2018 - 12.2018
Responsible for program design, and coaching members through functional movements performed at high intensity.
Lead members through proper warmups, mobility, muscle group activation and movement preparations. Taught the basics of squatting, press, and pulling. Progressed members through Olympic weightlifting and gymnastics.
Personal Trainer/ ALPHA Training Coach
LifeTime Athletic
11.2016 - 06.2018
Assisted club members through workouts.
Demonstrate excellent communication skills to deliver clear instructions for proper form and technique, evaluate client's performance. Coach members through a thoroughly designed strength and conditioning program that brought the members through basic functional movements, to more complex movements that include Olympic Weightlifting and gymnastics.
Organize equipment and kept fitness areas clean and presentable. Engaged with members about other services the club had to offer, such as nutrition counseling, metabolic assessments, and movement screenings.
Sergeant - Landing Support Specialist (0481)
United States Marine Corps
09.2008 - 09.2012
As a Sergeant, supervised, directed, and assigned missions to a platoon of 40+ personnel of lesser grade. Acted with professionalism and leadership to ensure that all Marines embodied the Marine Corps core values of honor, courage, and commitment. Set the example for others to emulate. Held responsible for the accomplishment of missions and for the safety, professional development, and wellbeing of the Marines under personal authority.
As a Landing Support Specialist, maintained the establishment and control of transportation of vehicles, personnel, equipment, weapons, and supplies at beaches, seaports, airports, and helicopter landing zones. Controlled the landing zone on base in Afghanistan and was responsible for the safe transportation of wounded personnel through the air.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Norwalk Community College
Norwalk, Connecticut, CT
01-2028
Pace University - Environmental Studies
Pace University
Pleasantville, NY
01.2017
Mercy College - Exercise Science
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, NY
01.2014
High School -
Dobbs Ferry High School
Dobbs Ferry, NY
01.2008
Skills
Critical thinking
Data analysis
Adaptability
Creative problem solving
Leadership development
Effective communication
Team building
Client engagement
First aid and CPR
Decision making
Interpersonal relationship building
Team player
Professional courtesy
Customer service
Conflict resolution
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Excel
Military background
Accomplishments
• Certificate of Commendation, 04/01/12, Honored for displaying remarkable work ethic and time management skills contributing directly to the accomplishment of the overall mission. Performed at a level beyond billet duties by volunteering services equivalent to a senior Noncommissioned Officer in order to provide valuable instruction to civilian contractors on the topic of rail operations. • Certificate of Appreciation, 04/01/12, Presented by the United States Army for exceptional performance in Korea while serving as Regimental Landing Team Liaison with the 662nd Movement Control Team. Acknowledged for attention to detail and personal commitment to the accomplishment of the mission as well as playing a critical role in the overall success of the exercise. • Meritorious Mast, 04/01/12, Superior performance of duty while serving in Korea as landing force support party. Displayed high levels of professionalism by acting with initiative and a cooperative attitude during the construction of the camp. Led Marines through extreme weather conditions to establish the camp perimeter and the construction of the medical, fitness, messing, armory, and laundry facilities. • Good Conduct Medal, 09/01/11, Recognized for exemplary personal and professional conduct, displaying selfless service, and dedicating the highest degree of commitment to honoring the high standards of the U.S. Marine Corps.
Skills Certifications
Skilled in content creation, data analysis, and campaign optimization
Adaptable and creative problem-solver with a strong understanding of social media trends and emerging platforms
Strong communication, leadership and decision-making skills
Interpersonal relationship building and team player
Professional courtesy and customer service and strong conflict resolutioner
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Power Point and Excel
Military Background and education
American Red Cross Adult CPR/AED certification
American Sports and Fitness Association Personal Trainer certification
Lifetime Athletic ALPHA Coach Certification
Global Fitness Educators Personal Training Fundamentals Certification