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Work History
Education
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Affiliations
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Sherman Pierce

Harrisonburg,VA

Summary

Committed fitness professional with 3 years of fitness industry experience. Inspired to help clients build both mental and physical strength through empowering motivation and consistency. Energetic and enthusiastic with strong understanding of muscle development, physiology and anatomy.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Group Fitness Instructor

LAT Fitness
Moneta, VA
05.2021 - 08.2023
  • Promote a safe, understanding environment for participants to feel comfortable while exercising.
  • Taught high-energy, instructor-led exercise classes designed to improve cardiovascular health, muscular strength, and flexibility.
  • Develop unique class plans 2-3 times per week, utilizing different types of quipment, to keep participants engaged.
  • Demonstrated proper form and technique for exercises to ensure safety of participants.
  • Adapted instructions according to individual's physical limitations or special needs.

Personal Trainer

LAT Fitness
Moneta, VA
07.2020 - 08.2023
  • Developed personalized fitness programs for clients based on their individual goals and needs.
  • Develop programs to promote muscular strength, cardiovascular health, and flexibility.
  • Provided instructions in proper form, technique, and safety when performing exercises.
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic short-term and long-term goals.
  • Scheduled appointments with clients and communicated effectively with them via phone or email.

Evening Crew Lead

Carilion Wellness Westlake
Moneta, VA
07.2020 - 07.2023
  • Provided guidance and support to team members in order to ensure successful completion of tasks.
  • Monitored employee performance and provided feedback for improvement.
  • Assigned work duties, monitored workflow, and evaluated results.
  • Enforced safety regulations and ensured compliance with company policies.
  • Inspected cleanliness, organization and safety of the gym before and after every shift.

Education

Master of Science - Kinesiology

James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Health And Exercise Science

Roanoke College
Salem, VA
05-2023

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-salem, NC
05-2017

Skills

  • Class instruction
  • Personalized instruction
  • Client needs evaluation
  • Strength training expertise
  • Technique optimization
  • Exercise programming
  • Engaging personality
  • Customer engagement

Affiliations

  • Fish keeping
  • Model kit building
  • Boarding gaming
  • Card gaming
  • Hiking

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Group Fitness Instructor

LAT Fitness
05.2021 - 08.2023

Personal Trainer

LAT Fitness
07.2020 - 08.2023

Evening Crew Lead

Carilion Wellness Westlake
07.2020 - 07.2023

Master of Science - Kinesiology

James Madison University

Bachelor of Science - Health And Exercise Science

Roanoke College

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Forsyth Technical Community College
Sherman Pierce