Kristen Smith

• Working directly with Physical Therapist work one on with with patients currently in rehab
• Conducted initial client assessments to determine fitness levels, identify potential limitations, and establish customized training plans accordingly.
• Expanded the studio''s offerings with the introduction of specialized workshops focusing on specific areas of Pilates practice.
• Advised clients on proper nutrition and lifestyle habits to complement their Pilates practice, promoting a holistically healthy approach to personal wellness.

Experienced Certified Pilates and Yoga Instructor, working with a large array of clients to promote overall health, improve muscle tone and strength, and achieve better posture. Fluent in hundreds of different exercises and proficient in executing them to a general group or modify them to fit the needs of particular type of clients, such as senior citizens or pregnant women. Works closely with clients to help them recover from injuries or struggle with chronic health problems.

Provided support and education to families in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Acted as Liaison between medical staff and parents. Provided bereavement support and discharge education classes for families and education for hospital staff in conjunction with March of Dimes.

Lead Pilates Instructor, teaching private and semi-private Pilates reformer classes and Pilates Mat classes. Motivated clients to achieve their personal fitness goals through developing and modifying routines. Helped to educate clients on proper form and alignment so that they were always doing exercise in the safest modality.

Pharmaceutical Sales, representing Combi Patch (HRT) for Nelson Pharmaceutical Sales. Worked with Gynecologists, Internal Medicine and Family practitioners promoting trans dermal hormone replacement therapy. Followed up with Physicians to assess patient satisfactions and resolve any concerns.

Registered Nurse, Certified Childbirth Educator and Certified Lactation Educator working in Ob Education. Taught Breastfeeding classes, before and after birth of baby. Provided inpatient lactation support on Mother/Baby floor. Taught childbirth education classes, infant CPR, and car seat safety classes.