Meghan Uhl
Crystal Lake,IL
Summary
Meghan, fueled by a profound dedication to empowering individuals on their journey to optimal well-being, boasts an impressive 28-year tenure in the fitness industry. Throughout her extensive career, she has diligently absorbed, applied, and shared her wealth of knowledge with clients. As a distinguished health and fitness expert, Meghan holds the esteemed title of Master Instructor for Balanced Body® and FUSE® Ladder. Notably, she stands as one of only two L5 MELT Method Instructors in the N/W Suburbs, showcasing her commitment to continuous learning. Meghan has delved into the intricacies of the nervous system's role in movement patterns within the human body. Meghan is the driving force behind the 416™ Pilates, A Movement Studio, the 416™ Academy, and creator of the 416™ Teens Train Together program. 416™ Pilates has won numerous awards for their successful movement programming such as Global Health and Pharma low impact studio of the year 2023, the Northwest Heralds Best on the Fox Pilates Studio, Health Center, Fitness Center and the Northwest Heralds Readers Choice Award.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Founder
416 Pilates, LTD
11.2014 - Current
- Consult with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform quality classes that address the clients needs.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to continue personal education conducive to the fitness market.
- Conducted market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends in the fitness market - always on-going.
- Established foundational processes for the business behind 416™Pilates, the 416™ Academy and the 416™ Teens Train Together programs.
- Trademarked 416™ and created the brand of 416™
- Provide continuing education as Master Educator for Balance Body™ Edu, Fuse™ Ladder and the Pilates Education™ Institute
Certified Pilates Instructor
Inner Peace Pilates, LTD
04.2012 - 10.2014
- Cultivated positive relationships with participants by interacting with group during fitness classes
- Designed and implemented fitness instruction classes, including Pilates, Piloxing and Fitness classes
- Served as point of reference for fitness expertise within club
- Maintained cleanliness of group fitness room, mirrors, floor and fitness equipment
- Motivated clients to achieve their personal fitness goals through developing and modifying routines
- Informed clients about nutrition, lifestyle issues, and weight control
- Educated clients on effective ways to exercise while on business travel, at home and on vacation
- Instructed gym members about correct use of weight resistance and cardiovascular equipment
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties
- Followed all policies, regulations, dress codes and schedules
Education
Certification of Completion - The MELT Method
The MELT Method™
New York, New York, United States03.2023
Authorized Trainer & Provider of Continuing Edu - Master Educator
FUSE™ Ladder Edu
Washington, DC06.2018
Authorized Training Center - Master Educator
Balanced Body™ Edu
Sacramento, CA04.2017
Pilates Comprehensive Certificate of Completion - The Pilates Method
Balanced Body Education
Sacramento, CA06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO12.1998
Skills
- Instructional techniques
- Class leadership
- Safety awareness
- Posture understanding
- Performance experience
- Group and individual instruction
- NCPT Certified Pilates instructor
- Skilled trainer
- Personal Training and Coaching
- Member Services
- Client Goal Setting
- Equipment Management
- Fitness Instruction
- Fitness Plan Development
- Customer Services
- Membership Sales
- Sports Conditioning
- Fitness Program Development
- Injury Prevention
- Fitness Evaluations
- Relationship and Community Building
- Motivational Leadership
- Leadership and Coaching
- Breathing Exercises
- Health Club Promotion
- Weights and Equipment
Certification
*Certified Balanced Body Pilates Instructor
*Certified FUSE™ Ladder Instructor
*Certified MELT Instructor
*Certified PILOXING™ Instructor
*Certified 416™ Movement Specialist
Additional Information
REFERENCES:
Nico Gonzalez - Owner of Fitness Physiques, Blue Ash, OH
mrnicog@gmail.com - (513)289-2534
Joy Puleo - Director of Balanced Body Education
Joy@Pilates.com | (916)607-8498
Mariska Breland - Owner/Inventor of the FUSE™ Ladder
Mariska@fusepilates.com | (202) 427-3789
Timeline
Owner/Founder
416 Pilates, LTD
11.2014 - Current
Certified Pilates Instructor
Inner Peace Pilates, LTD
04.2012 - 10.2014
Certification of Completion - The MELT Method
The MELT Method™
Authorized Trainer & Provider of Continuing Edu - Master Educator
FUSE™ Ladder Edu
Authorized Training Center - Master Educator
Balanced Body™ Edu
Pilates Comprehensive Certificate of Completion - The Pilates Method
Balanced Body Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Northern Colorado
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