Oksana Tarasova
McLean,VA
Summary
Diligent Zumba and Fitness Trainer with strong background in leading group fitness classes and fostering positive exercise environment. Successfully designed and implemented diverse workout programs, enhancing participant engagement and satisfaction. Demonstrated excellent communication and motivational skills, ensuring participants achieve their fitness goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Choreographer for Primary School Children
TISA Lisbon International School
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Designed and conducted dance programs tailored for young children
- Developed new choreography for shows and organized rehearsals with team members.
- Composed sequences of steps and moves for dancers.
Group Fitness Instructor/Choreographer
Happy Place Studio
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Led group classes in Step Dance, Stretching, Pilates, Belly Dance, and children's choreography
- Worked with children aged 3-5 and 6-9 years old
- Demonstrated modified routines with regressions and progressions to meet diverse fitness levels.
- Promoted overall wellness by incorporating mindfulness practice into selected group sessions, enhancing participant mental well-being alongside physical fitness achievements.
- Developed creative and fun fitness classes to keep participants engaged and motivated.
- Managed group fitness classes of up to 25 members.
Group Fitness Instructor/Choreographer
Kultura Studio
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Taught Fitness Mix, Stretching, and children's choreography
- Worked with children aged 3-5 and 6-9 years old
- Educated members on proper movement techniques and safe equipment use to reduce risk of injury.
- Developed creative and fun fitness classes to keep participants engaged and motivated.
- Managed group choreography classes of up to 20 members and fitness classes up to 15 members
Group Fitness Instructor
Chekhov Sport Clubs
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Conducted group classes including Aero Dance, Step Dance, Zumba, Body Sculpt, Pump, Circuit Training, Stretching, and Pilates
- Demonstrated modified routines with regressions and progressions to meet diverse fitness levels.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss progress towards targets, addressing challenges collaboratively for optimal results across all classes offered at the facility.
- Continuously updated personal knowledge of industry trends and best practices, ensuring the provision of cutting-edge instruction techniques.
- Taught diverse group fitness classes designed to improve cardiovascular health, strength and mobility.
- Monitored participant progress and provided positive reinforcement to support goal achievement.
- Organized and led outdoor fitness events, expanding program's reach and participant engagement.
Children’s Dance Group Choreographer
Women's Sports Club 'Orange Fitness'
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Taught world folk dances, pop dances, and rhythmic movement
- Prepared students for performances at various venues in Tashkent
- Enhanced performance quality by developing innovative choreography for various dance productions.
- Evaluated dancer auditions, selecting the most talented individuals for specific roles in productions.
- Helped students understand rhythm, leaps, turns and posture.
- Prepared student groups for competitions with routines, exercise regimens and instruction on specific techniques.
- Consulted on costume design to enhance overall visual impact and reinforce thematic elements of performances.
Children’s Dance Group Choreographer
Women's Sports Club 'Saneliya'
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Provided training in folk dances, pop dances, and rhythmics
- Organized performances at public events in Tashkent
- Collaborated with directors and producers to create visually stunning performances that captivated audiences.
- Developed new choreography for shows and organized rehearsals with team members.
Fitness Trainer / Therapeutic Exercise for 50
Saneliya Fitness Club
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Conducted therapeutic exercise (LFC) and dance training to improve flexibility and mobility for individuals aged 50+
- Boosted client motivation through consistent encouragement, support, and progress tracking.
- Monitored clients' progress and modified programs.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
Fitness & Shaping Instructor
Dance Territory Sports & Dance Studio
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Led fitness mix classes, including shaping, aerobics, fitball, step aerobics, and dance fitness
Children’s Dance Choreographer
Dance Territory Sports & Dance Studio
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Taught children dance techniques, rhythm, and musicality
- Choreographed dance performances and prepared students for stage events
- Created variety of original dance routines for different classes according to skill level and performance plans.
- Synchronized lighting, music, and costume design elements with choreography for cohesive visual impact in performances.
Founder & Dance Group Choreographer
Republican Ukrainian Cultural Center "Slavutych"
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Conducted training in stretching, aerobics, and dance mix
- Choreographed and taught various dance styles
Dance Choreographer
Russian Center for Science and Culture, Embassy of Russia in Uzbekistan
01.2013 - 09.2022
- Staged performances for the "Shirokaya Maslenitsa" celebration for children aged 5-10
- Taught waltz for high school graduation balls
Dance Choreographer of the "Slavyanochka" Dance Group
Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Instructed in pop dance, folk dance, and mass dance performances
- Choreographed dance routines for student performances
Belly Dance Instructor
Women's Fitness Club "Nika Sport"
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Taught belly dance techniques and routines
Founder & Dance Choreographer of the "Exprompt" Dance Group
Russian Cultural Center of Uzbekistan
01.2003 - 01.2011
- Taught pop dance, folk dance, and choreographed theatrical dance performances
Education
BBA -
National Aviation University
01-2017
Skills
- Rhythm sensitivity
- Creative vision
- Physical coordination
- Client relations
- Teaching experience
- Emotional connection
- Dance instruction
- Project management
- Class instruction
- Music selection
- Performance planning
- Stretching exercises
- Flexibility exercises
- Dancer auditioning
- Scene staging
- Artistic collaboration
- Dance background
- Multitasking
Accomplishments
- Awarded prizes in city and national dance competitions
- Medalist and prize-winner in fitness modeling, "Fitness Bikini" category (Kazakhstan)
- Choreographer for theatrical productions, with two performances nominated for Best Dance Composition
- Lead choreographer of Pushkin Balls, staging large-scale performances with 100+ students in collaboration with Rossotrudnichestvo and the Russian Embassy in Uzbekistan
- Regular participant in Uzbekistan's "Golden Gramophone" television programs
- Longtime performer in a demi-classical dance ensemble led by honored artist of Uzbekistan, Islam Ismailov, touring CIS countries and winning awards at international competitions
- Led students to compete in dance festivals in Portugal and CIS countries, and performed at official Russian and Ukrainian embassy events
- Directed and choreographed the Maslenitsa festival in Portugal
Certification
- Licensed Zumba Instructor (USA)
- Licensed Pilates Instructor (Mat 1)
- CPR & AED certification.
- Certified Dance Choreographer (for children and adults)
- Certified Fitness Trainer (specializing in strength and aerobic training)
- Movement Specialist
- Diploma in Nutrition
- I am currently studying for the Group Fitness Trainer certification from ACE (American Council on Exercise)
Timeline
Choreographer for Primary School Children
TISA Lisbon International School
09.2023 - 10.2024
Group Fitness Instructor/Choreographer
Happy Place Studio
01.2023 - 10.2024
Group Fitness Instructor/Choreographer
Kultura Studio
01.2023 - 10.2024
Group Fitness Instructor
Chekhov Sport Clubs
01.2021 - 01.2023
Children’s Dance Group Choreographer
Women's Sports Club 'Orange Fitness'
01.2019 - 01.2021
Children’s Dance Group Choreographer
Women's Sports Club 'Saneliya'
01.2019 - 01.2021
Fitness Trainer / Therapeutic Exercise for 50
Saneliya Fitness Club
01.2019 - 01.2020
Fitness & Shaping Instructor
Dance Territory Sports & Dance Studio
01.2017 - 01.2020
Children’s Dance Choreographer
Dance Territory Sports & Dance Studio
01.2017 - 01.2020
Dance Choreographer
Russian Center for Science and Culture, Embassy of Russia in Uzbekistan
01.2013 - 09.2022
Founder & Dance Group Choreographer
Republican Ukrainian Cultural Center "Slavutych"
01.2011 - 01.2017
Dance Choreographer of the "Slavyanochka" Dance Group
Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers
01.2011 - 01.2013
Belly Dance Instructor
Women's Fitness Club "Nika Sport"
01.2007 - 01.2008
Founder & Dance Choreographer of the "Exprompt" Dance Group
Russian Cultural Center of Uzbekistan
01.2003 - 01.2011
BBA -
National Aviation University
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