Nicole Bella
Old Bridge,NJ
Summary
Experienced and well-respected Fitness Director with a proven record of driving strong personal training sales, managing high-performing teams, and cultivating a loyal, long-term client base. Recognized for an energetic, upbeat leadership style and a motivating presence in both one-on-one and group fitness settings. Brings years of office management experience and a strong background in Human Resource Management, ensuring efficient operations, effective staff development, and a positive, people-focused workplace culture. Valued for fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and high-performing environment for clients and employees alike. Combines business-savvy leadership with a genuine passion for helping others achieve their fitness and wellness goals, building trust and relationships that last for years. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fitness Director
Retro Fitness-Sayreville
07.2023 - Current
- Performed fitness assessments on all new and current members and properly guided them and recommended to members what is best to reach their fitness goals.
- Oversaw and ran the entire personal training and group fitness departments
- Created and managed a budget for the fitness department.
- Ensured accurate administration Personal Training, including preparation of client PT files, measurement tracking and workout plans.
- Provided nutritional guidance and counseling to members seeking weight loss or performance improvement goals
- Established partnerships with local businesses to promote wellness initiatives within the community.
Fitness Director
Retro Fitness-Bayville
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Performed Fitness assessments to members.
- Managed all aspects of Personal Training department. Managed all aspects of the group fitness department. Worked closely with General Manager to ensure the gym was running smoothly.
Fitness Advisor/Personal Trainer/Group Fitness Instructor
Retro Fitness-Township of Howell
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Personal trainer with over 18 clients of all different ages and fitness levels. Instruct 10 various fitness classes throughout the week. Meet with scheduled members to perform Fitness Assessments. After evaluating their fitness assessments I provide and sell them with personal training packages based on their goals. Provide other tasks and help throughout the club wherever needed.
Senior Fitness Instructor / Marketing & Sales
the max challenge of freehold-NJ
12.2016 - 06.2021
- Planned and instructed various fitness classes. Coached members on correct form as well as provide modifications. Educated members on nutrition to help achieve weight loss goals. Tracked member attendance as well as reaching out to members who haven’t attended classes. Attended public events to promote The Max Challenge. Made cold calls to bring in new members. Visited local businesses to form partnerships to promote both businesses to current and potential new members of The Max Challenge.
- Educated and trained newly hired instructors.
HR Manager
NET2S-New York
02.2005 - 07.2008
- Managed all employment payroll and employee benefits. Directed all HR functions, including recruitment of hiring, training, on boarding, annual reviews, employee relations, and terminations. Organized all company events. Scheduled and conducted interviews and approved job offers.
Skills
- Administrative experience
- Staff development
- Management
- Computer skills
- Hospitality
- Team leadership (10 years)
- Increased revenue
- Manager experience (10 years)
- Customer service
- Working in an HR senior management role
- Business development
- Marketing
- Time management
- Group fitness
- Organizational skills
- Personal Training
- Microsoft Word
- Team management
- Cardio Kickboxing
- Communication skills
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Sales
- Staff supervision
Certification
- ISSA PERSONAL TRAINER Present
- NASM/AFFA GFI Present
- CPR/AED Present
- First Aid Certification
- AED Certification
- CPR Certification
- Certified Group Exercise Instructor
- Certified Fitness Instructor
- Certified Personal Trainer
- ISSA NUTRITION COACH
Languages
English
Timeline
Fitness Director
Retro Fitness-Sayreville
07.2023 - Current
Fitness Director
Retro Fitness-Bayville
07.2022 - 08.2023
Fitness Advisor/Personal Trainer/Group Fitness Instructor
Retro Fitness-Township of Howell
07.2021 - 07.2022
Senior Fitness Instructor / Marketing & Sales
the max challenge of freehold-NJ
12.2016 - 06.2021
HR Manager
NET2S-New York
02.2005 - 07.2008