Marisa Ranola
Renton,WA
Summary
Dynamic Group Fitness Instructor with a proven track record at Pineapple Life Studio, fostering inclusivity and engagement in classes. Skilled in program planning and injury prevention, I consistently receive positive feedback while motivating participants through creative routines. Certified in CPR/AED, I blend physical fitness with mindfulness to enhance overall wellness.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Group Fitness Instructor
Imagine Hot Yoga and Wellness
03.2025 - Current
- Cultivate a welcoming atmosphere for all skill levels, promoting inclusivity and accessibility within group fitness classes.
- Lead weekly classes for up to 30 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.
- Educate members on proper movement techniques and safe equipment use to reduce risk of injury.
- Teach diverse group fitness classes designed to improve cardiovascular health, strength and mobility.
Group Fitness Instructor
Pineapple Life Studio
06.2022 - Current
- Cultivate a welcoming atmosphere for all skill levels, promoting inclusivity and accessibility within group fitness classes.
- Lead weekly classes for up to 30 individuals with consistent participation and positive feedback.
- Demonstrate modified routines with regressions and progressions to meet diverse fitness levels.
- Teach diverse group fitness classes designed to improve cardiovascular health, strength and mobility.
- Promote overall wellness by incorporating mindfulness practice into selected group sessions, enhancing participant mental well-being alongside physical fitness achievements.
- Develop creative and fun fitness classes to keep participants engaged and motivated.
- Plan and execute group fitness sessions with warm-ups and cool-downs.
Yoga Instructor
Balance Hot Yoga
01.2022 - 02.2025
- Educated clients on the benefits of a consistent yoga practice 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.
- Demonstrated yoga poses and provided verbal cues and adjustments to help students improve alignment and technique.
- Arrived early to set up room, greet students, and answer questions.
- Kept studio area safe, organized, and comfortable for students.
- Collaborated with fellow instructor to organize workshops focusing on advanced techniques or specialized topics such as yoga nidra and sound bath
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL12-1999
Skills
- Class coordination
- Group instruction
- Equipment setup
- Injury prevention
- Corrective feedback
- Program planning
- Engaging personality
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
- CGFI - Certified Group Fitness Instructor
- Certified Yoga Instructor
- CPT - Certified Personal Trainer
- Sound bath certification, October 2022
Timeline
Group Fitness Instructor
Imagine Hot Yoga and Wellness
03.2025 - Current
Group Fitness Instructor
Pineapple Life Studio
06.2022 - Current
Yoga Instructor
Balance Hot Yoga
01.2022 - 02.2025
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Northern Illinois University
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