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Maria Beard

Summit,NJ

Summary

Dynamic fitness professional experienced with creating and leading group fitness sessions tailored to diverse participant needs. Utilizes effective communication and motivational techniques to ensure client engagement and progress. Track record of fostering supportive and energetic workout environment, promoting overall fitness and well-being.



Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Group Fitness Instructor

Life Time Fitness Inc.
04.2022 - Current
  • Educate members on proper movement techniques and safe equipment use to reduce risk of injury.
  • Increased member retention by fostering a supportive and motivating exercise environment.
  • Encourage and motivates participants to persevere through challenges to achieve new goals.
  • Coach small group trainings

Group Fitness Instructor & Personal Trainer

Madison YMCA
05.2018 - Current
  • Continuously updates personal knowledge of industry trends and best practices, ensuring the provision of cutting-edge instruction techniques.
  • Develops and implements various high-energy and motivating fitness programs to meet diverse needs.
  • Assist clients in setting realistic fitness goals, providing guidance and support throughout their progress journey.
  • Adapt classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.

Group Fitness Instructor & Personal Trainer

Summit Area YMCA
06.2017 - Current
  • Cultivate a welcoming atmosphere for all skill levels, promoting inclusivity and accessibility within group fitness classes.
  • Lead weekly classes for up to 25 individuals with consistent participation and positive feedback.
  • Demonstrate modified routines with regressions and progressions to meet diverse fitness levels.
  • Develop creative and fun fitness classes to keep participants engaged and motivated.
  • Enhance client satisfaction through the customization of workout plans based on individual needs and goals.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English And Communications

Rollins College
Winter Park, FL
05.1996

Skills

  • Delivering effective group training
  • Corrective feedback
  • Personalized instruction
  • Exercise programming
  • Strong leadership
  • One-on-one coaching
  • Relationship and community building
  • Certified in CPR/AED

Certification

  • CGFI - Certified Group Fitness Instructor - AFAA (2019)
  • CPT - Certified Personal Trainer - ACE (2021)
  • Peak Pilates FitCore
  • Les Mills Body Combat
  • Les Mills Body Pump
  • Les Mills Core
  • TRX
  • Balanced Body Reformer 1 - Certificate of Completion




Timeline

Group Fitness Instructor

Life Time Fitness Inc.
04.2022 - Current

Group Fitness Instructor & Personal Trainer

Madison YMCA
05.2018 - Current

Group Fitness Instructor & Personal Trainer

Summit Area YMCA
06.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - English And Communications

Rollins College

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