Joshua J. Castaneda
Miami Beach,FL
Summary
Passionate fitness professional with a lifelong dedication to health and wellness. Committed to embodying the fitness lifestyle and empowering others to achieve their goals. A team-oriented individual with a proven track record of leadership, leading by example to inspire and motivate others. Experienced in creating dynamic fitness classes and fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. Thrives in fast-paced environments and excels at problem-solving and decision-making. Known for my positive attitude, enthusiasm, and ability to connect with people from all walks of life. Eager to leverage my skills and passion to make a meaningful impact in the fitness community.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Independent Fitness Professional
Self employed
Miami , FL
02.2020 - Current
- Nationwide Virtual training client base
- In person 1 on 1 personal training
- Athletic table stretching sessions
Resident Personal Trainer
NFC Amenity Management;PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter
Miami , FL
01.2022 - 04.2024
- Created group fitness concepts and led rooftop workouts for residents
- Coordinated with management to create training rates and services offered to reidents
- Personal trainer for all resident inquiries
- Offered athletic table stretching service
- Developed personalized fitness programs for clients based on their individual goals and needs.
Owner
Infrastretch therapy
Miami Beach, FL
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Infrared sauna X Table stretching concept
- Created the unique and effective concept
- Offered the table stretching service to clients
- Developed marketing strategies through social media classpass website design
- Hired, trained and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
C4 Brand Ambassador
C4 energy
Miami, FL
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Attended trade shows, conferences, and other marketing events as a representative of the company.
- Managed relationships with vendors involved in promotional activities.
Boxing Coach
World Famous 5th street boxing
Miami Beach, FL
03.2021 - 11.2022
- Boxing coach
- Worked closely with professional fighters and coaches
- Attended pro fights
- Implemented table stretching service to the gym
Gym Consultant
SILVERMAN Building co.
Jersey City, NJ
10.2022 - 10.2022
- Worked closely with property manager to evaluate and re-design 3 story building gym.
- Gym design as well as building design consulations
- Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
- Developed and implemented new procedures to facilitate business growth.
Head Trainer / PT Manger
Switch Playground
New York, NY
11.2016 - 02.2020
- Lead group fitness classes in main studio (40+ ppl per class)
- Founder of personal training dept. and studio, Switch Underground
- Designed private training studio within facility
- Created smash hit group fitness concept Ab Lab
- Maintained large private training client base from 2016-2020
- Hosted clients from corporate elite, to international supermodels to celebrities and professional athletes.
- Recruited, interviewed and onboarded 15+ new instructors over 24 months, boosting revenue significantly.
Co-owner
Summer Body Institute
New York, NY
05.2018 - 08.2019
- 49% owner of the company
- Performed workouts at places not typical to group workouts such as; hotels , rooftops, Central park, nightclubs, parks etc.
- Community building experiences
- Partnership with lululemon soho
- Partnership with SPRI (fitness equipment )
- Partnership with influencer app
- Designed and led all workouts
Equinox Tier 3 Personal Trainer
Equinox
New York, NY
05.2014 - 11.2016
- Personal Trainer
- Continued education workshops every other week for 2 years
- Performed new client/member assessments
- Created 6 week and 52 week training programs for clients
- Floor shifts - maintenance of gym, tended to member needs
- In house certifications ; vipr , kettlebell , animal flow training
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Hudson County Community College
Jersey City, NJ05.2014
Skills
Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead teams and inspire others to achieve their goals
Fitness Instruction: Proficient in designing and delivering dynamic and effective fitness classes tailored to diverse audiences
Team Building: Skilled in fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment to maximize performance and productivity
Client Relations: Strong interpersonal skills with a knack for building rapport and maintaining positive relationships with clients
Program Development: Experience in conceptualizing, planning, and implementing innovative fitness programs to meet the needs of clients and members
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex fitness concepts and motivate individuals
Time Management: Highly organized with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines and achieve objectives
Adaptability: Flexible and adaptable to changing environments and able to adjust strategies and approaches to meet evolving needs
Certification
- 2x ISSA certified
- TRX group coaching certified
- Pre/Post natal certified
- Kettlebell certified
- 100+ hours pro boxing training
Timeline
Gym Consultant
SILVERMAN Building co.
10.2022 - 10.2022
C4 Brand Ambassador
C4 energy
04.2022 - 09.2022
Resident Personal Trainer
NFC Amenity Management;PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter
01.2022 - 04.2024
Owner
Infrastretch therapy
06.2021 - 01.2023
Boxing Coach
World Famous 5th street boxing
03.2021 - 11.2022
Independent Fitness Professional
Self employed
02.2020 - Current
Co-owner
Summer Body Institute
05.2018 - 08.2019
Head Trainer / PT Manger
Switch Playground
11.2016 - 02.2020
Equinox Tier 3 Personal Trainer
Equinox
05.2014 - 11.2016
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Hudson County Community College
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