Kenneth Hong
Chicago,IL
Summary
Versatile Instructor recognized for engaging clients and delivering powerful guidance to inspire and educate. Organized, focused, professional, and willing to go the extra mile to help clients both inside and outside the training room. In-depth knowledge of relevant mind-body disciplines to support instructions.
Overview
4
4
Languages
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Calisthenics Instructor
Golf Maine Park District
Niles, IL
06.2026 - Current
- Designs engaging calisthenics routines to improve mobility, flexibility, muscle strength, and coordination.
- Demonstrates proper techniques for bodyweight exercises to promote safe practice while providing constructive feedback on form and execution.
- Leads warm-up and cool-down sessions to enhance participant safety and effectiveness.
- Encourages clients to challenge themselves both physically and mentally during workouts.
- Collaborated with teenagers and seniors in fitness sessions to promote physical well-being and foster a supportive fitness environment.
Co-Founder
Soul Alchemy of the Human Design
Chicago, Illinois
04.2026 - Current
- Develops innovative classes influenced by human design principles and practices
- Facilitates group sessions across various disciplines to enhance participants' understanding of body alchemy, including qigong, tai-chi, calisthenics, weight lifting, line dancing, yoga, and meditation.
- Collaborates with clients to identify personal growth and self-discovery goals.
- Assists in filming informative video content that provides clients with accessible visual resources for ongoing reference.
Qigong Instructor
Norridge Body & Brain Center
Norridge, Illinois
04.2026 - Current
- Provides personalized guidance to individuals in qigong, tai-chi, yoga and meditation practices.
- Develops lesson plans to ensure effective instruction and participant engagement.
- Conducts engaging fitness classes for diverse groups of participants.
Tai Chi Instructor
The Carrington at Lincolnwood
Lincolnwood, Illinois
10.2025 - Current
- Instructs Tai Chi classes for residents, promoting physical health and well-being.
- Designs tailored lesson plans to accommodate diverse skill levels and needs.
- Facilitates group sessions, fostering a sense of community among participants.
Franchise Owner and Head Trainer
Skokie Body & Brain Center
Skokie, Illinois
02.2022 - 03.2026
- Conducted group sessions and private lessons for various mind-body disciples: qigong, tai-chi, yoga, meditation, acupressure, weightlifting, swordsmanship, and line dancing.
- Trained staff on holistic health practices and customer service.
- Developed marketing strategies to promote classes and workshops effectively.
- Managed daily operations of wellness programs at the studio.
Education
William Jones College Preparatory High School
Chicago, ILSkills
- Exercise demonstration
- Routine development
- Personal training
- Group facilitation
- Instructional planning
- Safety awareness
- Mind-body integration
- Adaptable teaching approach
- Virtual fitness coaching
- Client engagement
- Effective communication
Languages
Chinese (Cantonese)
Elementary
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary
Spanish
Elementary
English
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Tennis
- Singing in the choir
- Ballroom dancing
- Korean drumming
Certification
- Certificate of Completion of Body & Brain Franchisee Training, issued by Body & Brain Center, LLC on May 28, 2021.
- Certificate of Completion of DahnMuDo Black Belt Course, issued by the United States DahnMuDo Association on January 23, 2013.
Timeline
Calisthenics Instructor
Golf Maine Park District
06.2026 - Current
Co-Founder
Soul Alchemy of the Human Design
04.2026 - Current
Qigong Instructor
Norridge Body & Brain Center
04.2026 - Current
Tai Chi Instructor
The Carrington at Lincolnwood
10.2025 - Current
Franchise Owner and Head Trainer
Skokie Body & Brain Center
02.2022 - 03.2026
William Jones College Preparatory High School