Kat Wood
Keene,NH
Summary
Creative business owner and educator with exceptional background in massage therapy and yoga. A dedicated, personable leader with engaging demeanor and success training and mentoring teams.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Owner
Mudita Massage & Wellness
10.2018 - Current
- Manage day-to-day business operations.
- Interact with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Interview and onboard independent contractors to perform daily business functions.
- Develop and implement budget and marketing strategies to sustain and grow business.
Licensed Massage Therapist
Mudita Massage & Wellness
10.2018 - Current
- Communicate with clients to discuss medical history, lifestyle and massage treatment goals.
- Develop knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology to supplement massage training.
- Educate clients on benefits of massage therapy, importance of self-care, and design long-term care plans for return clients.
Yoga Instructor
Mudita Massage & Wellness
10.2018 - Current
- Plan and lead classes by crafting focused sequences of movement and breath to provide students with a unique, exploratory experience.
- Maintain positive relationships with class members by being personable and knowledgeable.
- Offer one-on-one instruction for students wanting personalized attention.
- Promote workshops and special events to provide additional learning opportunities for students.
Outdoor Education Instructor
Kroka Expeditions
06.2016 - 10.2016
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop curriculum and lead enriching programs in diverse outdoor settings.
Yoga Instructor
The Yoga Space & Keene Yoga Center
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses, sequences, and breathing techniques to meet abilities of students. Led up to 6 classes per week.
Pet Sitter
Self
06.2014 - 10.2016
- Communicated professionally with pet owners and gave animals proper care and attention.
Education
Certificate - Massage Therapy
River Valley Community College
Keene, NH08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
Keene State College
Keene, NH05.2015
Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Manage Multiple Projects
- Prioritize and Organize Tasks
- Verbal Cueing
- Marketing Development
- Industry Trends Tracking
- Budget Management
Certification
- 200hr Yoga Instructor Certification, Sadhana Yoga School - June 2015
- Roll Model Method Training, Tune Up Fitness - April 2020
- Cupping Certification, trained with Mary Henderson - October 2021
- Ashiatsu, DeepFeet Bar Therapy - October 2022
- Thai Massage, Wat Po Traditional Thai Medical Massage School - April 2023
Timeline
Business Owner
Mudita Massage & Wellness
10.2018 - Current
Licensed Massage Therapist
Mudita Massage & Wellness
10.2018 - Current
Yoga Instructor
Mudita Massage & Wellness
10.2018 - Current
Outdoor Education Instructor
Kroka Expeditions
06.2016 - 10.2016
Yoga Instructor
The Yoga Space & Keene Yoga Center
06.2015 - 06.2016
Pet Sitter
Self
06.2014 - 10.2016
Certificate - Massage Therapy
River Valley Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
Keene State College