Motivated skating and fitness coach offering a background teaching beginner to advanced athletes of all ages. Expertise in creating programs, organizing classes, and assessing the strengths and weaknesses of clients. Certified in Yoga, Personal Training, Strength and Conditioning, Youth Fitness, and Sports Nutrition. Personable and courteous individual dedicated to helping people appreciate fitness and establishing strong connections with skaters and families.
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Keersten Richards
Saint Peters,MO
Summary
Work History
EXOS
GEX Instructor - Yoga and Strength
05.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Conducted 1 group class each week
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Educated clients on benefits of consistently practicing yoga for stress reduction, improved flexibility, and overall mental clarity.
- Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
- Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation, and other elements of yoga practice.
- Demonstrated yoga poses and provided verbal cues and adjustments to help students improve alignment and technique.
St. Peter's RecPlex
Fitness Instructor
05.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Educated gym members on proper form and technique during workouts, reducing the risk of injury while maximizing results.
- Helped clients reach fitness objectives by providing encouragement and motivation.
- Promoted a positive workout environment by fostering strong relationships with clients, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Created an inclusive environment for all participants by modifying exercises to accommodate varying skill levels and physical limitations.
- Designed innovative fitness plans to keep clients engaged.
- Collaborated with clients to identify potential barriers to achieving fitness goals.
- Developed goal-oriented training programs that led clients to achieve significant improvements in strength, endurance, flexibility, and overall functional ability.
- Boosted client motivation by developing personalized fitness programs tailored to individual goals and abilities.
- Maintained clean and organized fitness facilities, providing a safe and welcoming space for all gym members.
- Provided clients with nutrition and lifestyle advice to support overall health and wellness.
- Explained use of exercise equipment to all participants, prioritizing safety at all times.
- Utilized social media and other marketing strategies to promote gym programs and services, attracting new clients and increasing revenue.
- Cultivated positive relationships with participants by interacting with group during fitness classes.
- Stayed current with CPR and first aid certification to provide emergency response in case of injury.
- Monitored and tracked clients' progress and adjusted instructions to attain successful outcomes.
- Enhanced class participation by designing fun and engaging group exercise routines that catered to various fitness levels.
Self-Employed
Ice Skating Coach and Elite Trainer
12.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Evaluated students to match skill levels with appropriate classes.
- Conducted approximately 20 private lessons each week.
- Analyzed moves of skaters to explain correct and incorrect techniques.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to highlight strengths and weaknesses of each individual athlete.
- Gave on and off ice training to help aid athletes in proper stretching and training regimens.
- Consistently updated knowledge of coaching strategies, industry trends, and rule changes through participation in professional development programs and networking with fellow coaches.
- Organized and managed local competitions to provide valuable experience for developing skaters.
- Boosted skater confidence through consistent feedback, encouragement, and constructive criticism.
- Maintained a safe and supportive training environment by enforcing rink guidelines and promoting good sportsmanship.
- Completed continuing education requirements to maintain compliance with coaching standards.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Developed and maintained network of professional resources to refer clients to.
St. Peters Rec-Plex
Ice Skating Group Instructor
06.2014 - Current
Job overview
- Analyzed the moves of skaters to explain correct and incorrect techniques.
- Evaluated students to match skill levels with appropriate classes.
- Planned, organized, and conducted approximately 6 half-hour classes a week
- Adjusted coaching techniques to highlight the strengths and weaknesses of each athlete.
- Served as a mentor for new coaches, sharing expertise and offering guidance in navigating the challenges of teaching effectively.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining effective classroom management.
- Enhanced student understanding by incorporating diverse teaching methods and strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with students, creating an atmosphere of trust that facilitated open dialogue about performance and personal growth.
Education
Southern Illinois University- EdwardsvilleEdwardsville, MO
Master of Science from Kinesiology, Sport and Exercise Psychology
05.2021
University Overview
GPA: 4.0
Lindenwood UniversitySt. Charles, MO
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
12.2019
University Overview
- Coaching
- Health & Wellness
- Strength & Conditioning
- GPA: 3.71
Skills
Strong Communication Skills
Public Speaking
Class Instruction
Understanding of learning styles
Lesson Planning
Ability to motivate students
Certification
- 1st Aid/CPR/AED
- ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
- ISSA Youth Fitness Trainer
- ISSA Master Trainer
- ISSA Sport Nutrition Specialist
- ISI Core-High Certified Instructor
- ISI Gold Judge
- NAIA Character-Driven Coaching Certification
- USFS Registered Compliant Coach
- SafeSport Certified
- USFS Double Gold Medalist
Timeline
GEX Instructor - Yoga and Strength
EXOS
05.2024 - Current
Fitness Instructor
St. Peter's RecPlex
05.2021 - Current
Ice Skating Coach and Elite Trainer
Self-Employed
12.2019 - Current
Ice Skating Group Instructor
St. Peters Rec-Plex
06.2014 - Current
Southern Illinois University- Edwardsville
Master of Science from Kinesiology, Sport and Exercise Psychology
Lindenwood University
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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