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Narmin Chagani

Buena Park,CA

Summary

Experience in instructing yoga for over six years with successful experience in fitness and human performance. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in the health and fitness industry. Strengths in leadership and teamwork backed by training in kinesiology. Adept at leading groups of all ages and administering fitness assessments.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Flexologist (Stretch/Mobility Therapist)

StretchLab
Irvine, CA
06.2021 - 03.2022
  • Conducted full assisted one-on-one stretch therapy sessions using the Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) method.
  • Identified and reduced muscular tension and imbalances through customized routine.
  • Developed and implemented in-depth individualized management and treatment plans addressing patient's goals.
  • Evaluated treatment techniques after each session to assess effectiveness for patient as well as determine additional variations.
  • Observed and reported any abnormal patient conditions, reactions, and responses to treatments in effective manner
  • Utilized assorted therapeutic equipment to provide relief as well as promote deeper range of motion when practicing PNF method.
  • Educated and informed patients on anatomy of body and significance of injury prevention as well as executed recommendations dependent on patient's needs.
  • Continued self education associated with mobility, anatomy, injury prevention and management, as well as certain injuries or conditions.
  • Assisted average of 25 patients per week while also enrolling new patients on weekly basis.

Yoga Instructor

City Of Friendswood
Friendswood, TX
10.2016 - 05.2021
  • Taught various age groups of various health conditions Kundalini, Vinyasa, Hatha, Power, and Iyengar Yoga.
  • Gave students in-depth understanding of breathing techniques and exercises.
  • Maintained positive relationships with members through personalized and knowledgeable assistance to encourage continued attendance.
  • Communicated clearly and effectively with students on how to keep their bodies safe in their place.
  • Developed mind-body awareness, mental clarity and physical flexibility, balance, and strength.
  • Designed integrated and balanced lesson plans for each class according to student physical abilities and requests, offering modifications for students' injuries and limitations.

Yoga Instructor

Aga Khan Health Services
Houston, TX
09.2015 - 05.2021
  • Promoted balance of body, mind, and breath through effective sequencing, teaching, and demonstrations.
  • Trained various athletes to create specific routines to improve range of motion in order to strengthen athletic abilities.
  • Demonstrated techniques and methods of self-assist to students; informed them of corrective measures or alternative options necessary to improve their alignment (energetically and physically).
  • Identified research issues and articles associated to clinical specialty, discussed opportunities for quality improvement, and influenced students' plan of care.
  • Conducted health risk assessments prior to athlete participation.
  • Led up to 10 classes per week
  • Developed and implemented yoga fitness instruction classes for specific athletic needs, including mobility and stability to help enhance performance.

Yoga Instructor

CrossFit
Houston, TX
07.2017 - 05.2019
  • Introduced multifarious breathing techniques to transform athlete's performance by helping establish full, even, rhythmic breath.
  • Assisted in drawing focus to present moment and ingrain awareness of body and mind connection as students practiced balanced breathing techniques while holding deep and challenging postures.
  • Helped athletes achieve greater strength and stability through various ranges of motion.
  • Guided students to explore depth of their performance with diverse aspects and styles of yoga.
  • Managed medical conditions such as injuries and breathing conditions directly while also adhered to all facility rules for safety, compliance and continuing education.
  • Led up to 4 classes per week.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Fitness And Human Performance

University of Houston - Clear Lake
Houston, TX
05.2021

Skills

  • Overcoming Patient Resistance to Therapies
  • Encouraging Patient Participation with Tasks and/or Therapies
  • Remaining Calm with Distressed Patients
  • Understanding and Persevering through Patient Setbacks or Lack of Progress
  • Small and Large Group Instruction
  • Strength and Agility Training
  • Effective Treatment Planning
  • Administering Traction to Relieve Neck and Spine and/or Back Pain
  • Applying Manual Resistance to Patient During Exercises
  • Interacting with Patients of Different Ages, Races and Socioeconomic backgrounds
  • Versed in Operating Normatec, Percussion Massage Gun, Among Few Other Devices to Aid in Muscle Tension Relief
  • Able to Personally Work with Patient's Modifications, Adjustments, Breathing, and Alignment
  • Strong Interpersonal, Communication (Verbal and Written), and Motivational skills
  • Knowledge in Various Styles of Yoga - Vinyasa, Restorative , Hatha, Kundalini, Iyengar, and Power

Certification

  • Certified Yoga Instructor at the 200 Hour Level
  • Certified Mediator
  • Usui Reiki Practitioner, Level III Certificate
  • First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate by American Red Cross

Timeline

Flexologist (Stretch/Mobility Therapist)

StretchLab
06.2021 - 03.2022

Yoga Instructor

CrossFit
07.2017 - 05.2019

Yoga Instructor

City Of Friendswood
10.2016 - 05.2021

Yoga Instructor

Aga Khan Health Services
09.2015 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Fitness And Human Performance

University of Houston - Clear Lake

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