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Sandra Carouth

Houston

Summary

A dynamic Group Fitness Instructor with extensive experience at the YMCA, specializing in class planning and choreography creation. Proven ability to motivate participants of all ages, ensuring safety and enjoyment. Certified in Silver Sneakers and CPR/AED, First Aid and Oxygen, I foster a supportive environment that encourages personal growth and fitness achievement.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Group Fitness Instructor/Line Dance Instructor

Weekley YMCA
Houston
05.2010 - Current
  • I teach a Line Dance Class-all levels- twice a week at the Weekley Y. I'm also the Team Leader for the group of members that want to participate in the Y's annual DWSS (Dancing with the Silver Stars), where groups from all the area Ys get together at the Bayou City Event Center to compete or showcase their routines that they have worked on for months.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance and lesson plans used for each class session.
  • Adapted teaching style for students of different ages and experience, ranging from beginner to intermediate skill levels.
  • Organized and monitored rehearsals to ensure the quality of performances, namely, DWSS (Dancing with the Silver Stars)
  • Selected appropriate music for classes based on genre, speed and skill level required.
  • Monitored student progress over time to ensure they are meeting their goals.
  • Selected age-appropriate music and maintained up-to-date knowledge of students' favorite music to incorporate into lessons.
  • Created choreography routines for the DWSS groups.
  • Coordinated costumes for the annual DWSS performance.
  • Evaluated student progress and adjusted learning plans to foster progress.

Group Fitness Instructor

Greater Houston Area YMCA
Houston
11.1984 - Current
  • At the Alief Y I'm currently teaching Pilates, Silver Sneakers (they call the class Forever Well now) and I teach 30 minutes of SS Classic and 30 minutes SS Yoga (done in a chair and standing by a chair). I have taught just the Silver Sneaker Classic Class for the full hour (55 minutes) in the past.. I also teach Zumba twice a week.
  • Developed class plans for each session based on fitness level of participants.
  • Maintained certification requirements, including CPR/AED, to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Demonstrated commitment to professional growth by pursuing continuing education opportunities in fitness instruction.
  • Motivated clients to participate in gym fitness activities and group classes.
  • Monitored form and technique in group environments to maintain individual safety.
  • Provided exceptional fitness experience to all members by exemplifying company core values.
  • Demonstrated proper breathing techniques and meditation exercises.
  • Set up fitness equipment before class to confirm functionality and availability.
  • Incorporated music and rhythm into workouts to create an energetic and fun class atmosphere.
  • Implemented safety practices to prevent participant injury and accidents.
  • Invited individuals of all ages and fitness levels to participate in classes.
  • Enforced safety rules and procedures to minimize injuries.
  • Promoted classes and facility amenities on social media.
  • Observed participants during classes, watching for issues and incorrect techniques.
  • Built and established lasting relationships using encouragement and personal support.
  • Demonstrated proper form and technique for exercises to ensure safety of participants.
  • Recommended modifications of exercises to help participants avoid injuries.
  • Varied routines, music and classes while following established protocols.
  • Incorporated different types of equipment into routines such as weights, bands, balls.
  • Prepared for classes in advance, selected and queued music beforehand and began and ended classes on time for maximum benefit to attendees.

Group Fitness Instructor

Brookdale Living Senior Center
Houston
05.2014 - 04.2020
  • I taught line dancing and Chair Yoga at the Brookdale Living Senior Center on Buffalo Speedway.
  • Developed class plans for each session based on fitness level of participants.
  • Maintained certification requirements, including CPR/AED, to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Monitored form and technique in group environments to maintain individual safety.
  • Provided personalized attention to individuals in the class to accommodate all levels of skill and ability.
  • Incorporated music and rhythm into workouts to create an energetic and fun class atmosphere.
  • Implemented safety practices to prevent participant injury and accidents.
  • Enforced safety rules and procedures to minimize injuries.
  • Recommended modifications of exercises to help participants avoid injuries.

Group Fitness Instructor/water Aerobics Instructor

Chancellors Family Center
Houston
10.2011 - 04.2020
  • Invited individuals of all ages and fitness levels to participate in classes.
  • Prepared for classes in advance, selected and queued music beforehand and began and ended classes on time for maximum benefit to attendees.
  • Observed participants during classes, watching for issues and incorrect techniques.
  • I taught Low Impact Cardio classes there, utilizing weights after the cardio segment (approximately 30 minutes) and then the cool-down/stretch.
  • I also taught water aerobics, in an indoor pool and an outdoor pool, offring deep water and shallow water classes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mountain View High School
Kingsley, PA
06-1968

Skills

  • Class planning
  • Choreography creation
  • Music selection
  • Safety practices
  • Participant monitoring

Silver Sneaker Certified

  • Physical fitness
  • Heartsaver first aid CPR AED

Zumba Instructor since 2007

  • Pilates expertise-teaching since 2004

Certification

  • Pilates 10/18/2003 Zumba Fitness 9/22/2007
  • Reformer 1 & Movement Principles-Balanced Body University 9/14/2010
  • Silver Sneakers Foundations 12/15/2022

Silver Sneakers Fundamentals of teaching Group Fitness 1/11/2023

Silver Sneaker Classic 1/16/2023

Silver Sneakers Yoga 1/16/2023

Basic Life Support (CPR/AED) expires 1/2027

Adult First Aid expires 1/2027

Emergency use of Medical Oxygen expires 1/2027

Timeline

Group Fitness Instructor

Brookdale Living Senior Center
05.2014 - 04.2020

Group Fitness Instructor/water Aerobics Instructor

Chancellors Family Center
10.2011 - 04.2020

Group Fitness Instructor/Line Dance Instructor

Weekley YMCA
05.2010 - Current

Group Fitness Instructor

Greater Houston Area YMCA
11.1984 - Current

High School Diploma -

Mountain View High School

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