Summary
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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Sharlene Patnaude

Sharlene Patnaude

Fargo,ND

Summary

Yoga professional with proven ability to design and lead engaging and effective yoga classes. Notable for creating supportive and motivating atmosphere that enhances client well-being and promotes personal growth. Highly collaborative, ensuring seamless integration with team initiatives, and adaptable to evolving class needs. Expertise in various yoga styles and strong interpersonal skills.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Yoga Instructor

YMCA
  • Educated clients on the benefits of a consistent yoga practice for stress reduction, improved flexibility, and overall mental clarity.
  • Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
  • Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
  • Offered one-on-one or small-group instruction for students needing additional attention and support.

Yoga Instructor

NDSU
04.2004 - Current

Lead yoga classes for beginner, intermediate and advanced students.

Provide guided meditation and pranayama practices in classes.

Understand and support students in their practice using props and modifications.

Set up and clean up classrooms.

Marketed upcoming classes.

Yoga Instructor

Riverplace Tx Center
04.2009 - 07.2012

Lead weekly classes for clients experiencing addiction.

Lead guided pranayama and meditation for stress and anxiety.

Lead weekly personal journal groups.

Write daily progress notes on all clients.

Taught clients about health and nutrition.

Yoga Instructor

LAFitness
07.2009 - 04.2012

Lead weekly community classes for LAFitness members.

Developed inspiring and uplifting yoga classes for students.

Lead guided pranayama and meditation in the beginning and end of class.

Guide students on safe alignment.

Education

Masters In Counseling - Education

NDSU
Fargo, ND
05.2005

Skills

  • Group instruction

Certification

CPR/Fist Aide Certified

200 Hour Yoga Teacher Certification in Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga

Timeline

Yoga Instructor

LAFitness
07.2009 - 04.2012

Yoga Instructor

Riverplace Tx Center
04.2009 - 07.2012

Yoga Instructor

NDSU
04.2004 - Current

Yoga Instructor

YMCA

Masters In Counseling - Education

NDSU
Sharlene Patnaude