Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Certified Group Instructor, Barre and Cycling
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Marla Malkin

Atlanta,CA
Marla Malkin

Summary

Experienced fitness instructor with strong communication and public speaking skills. Proven track record in leading diverse group classes while fostering positive environments and enhancing client satisfaction.

Passionate group fitness instructor skilled in creating tailored workout programs. Expertise in mentoring junior instructors and fostering a motivating atmosphere that enhances client retention and overall satisfaction.

Overview

41
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Cowart Family YMCA
Atlanta, GA

Instructor
01.2023 - Current

Job overview

Leads group fitness classes, including HIIT, Barre, Stretch, Cycle, and others.

Specialty Barre instruction combining ballet-inspired movements, Pilates, and yoga, focusing on low-impact, high-intensity muscle endurance. Choreographs routines, cues proper alignment for safety, and motivates participants to build strength and posture.

Fosters a positive and motivational environment, enhancing client retention and satisfaction

Many

Group Fitness Instructor
09.1985 - Current

Job overview

  • Led diverse group fitness classes, fostering inclusive and motivating environments for participants.
  • Developed tailored workout programs to meet varying fitness levels and goals of clients.
  • Implemented safety protocols to ensure participant well-being during high-energy sessions.
  • Mentored junior instructors, enhancing team performance through effective coaching techniques.

The Barre Code
Newport Beach, CA

Owner/Operator
06.2019 - 09.2022

Job overview

Purchased, financed, and opened the first Southern California franchise location of The Barre Code, a boutique fitness studio. Carved a place in the region for an unknown brand to secure a client following in a highly competitive fitness market.

  • Developed and implemented operational strategies to enhance studio efficiency and client satisfaction.
  • Managed staff training programs to improve service delivery and team performance.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.
  • Established marketing initiatives to increase brand awareness and drive membership growth.

Self-employeed
Irvine, CA

Corporate Fitness Owner & Instructor
01.2002 - 01.2018

Job overview

  • Fitness and wellness instructor with program development, including diet and nutrition.
  • Choreography, hiring and teaching various formats of fitness classes.
  • Cultivated relationships with clients, vendors, and stakeholders to drive sales growth and partnerships.
  • Led team recruitment, training, and development programs to build a skilled workforce aligned with business goals.

Education

University of Wisconsin, Madison
Madison, WI

Bachelor of Arts from Journalism And Mass Communication
1986

Skills

  • Strong communication skills
  • Public speaking
  • Class instruction
  • Lesson planning

Certification

Barre and Schwinn Cycling

Timeline

Instructor

Cowart Family YMCA
01.2023 - Current

Owner/Operator

The Barre Code
06.2019 - 09.2022

Corporate Fitness Owner & Instructor

Self-employeed
01.2002 - 01.2018

Group Fitness Instructor

Many
09.1985 - Current

University of Wisconsin, Madison

Bachelor of Arts from Journalism And Mass Communication

Certified Group Instructor, Barre and Cycling

Certifications in Barre and Schwinn Cycling, as well as CPR.