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Suzanne Borders

Cleveland Heights

Summary

Organized fitness leader develops individualized client programs and engaging classes for diverse skill levels. Guides clients in strength training techniques to improve cardiovascular health.

Knowledgeable Yoga Instructor with solid foundation in guiding diverse groups through tailored yoga sessions. Successfully implemented wellness programs that improved client well-being and satisfaction. Demonstrated expertise in creating inclusive environments and fostering client progress through mindful practice and personalized adjustments.

Offering nurturing approach and passion for holistic health, ready to thrive and grow in yoga environment. Brings understanding of yoga principles and ability to quickly learn and implement new techniques. Ready to use and develop skills in teaching and guiding asana practices in Yoga Instructor role.

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.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Yoga Instructor

YogaVita
08.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • Explained different yoga styles and poses to students.
  • Demonstrated yoga poses and provided verbal cues and adjustments to help students improve alignment and technique.
  • Arrived early to set up room, greet students, and answer questions.
  • Promoted physical fitness with dynamic sequencing of asanas designed to challenge and inspire students of all levels.
  • Kept studio area safe, organized, and comfortable for students.
  • Reinforced proper alignment principles while guiding students through postures to prevent injury or strain during practice.
  • Boosted client retention rates by fostering positive relationships and providing personalized guidance on their yoga journey.
  • Built relationships with students to boost rapport and word-of-mouth referrals.
  • Created and managed social media page to promote class schedule, pricing and other information.
  • Achieved calm and focused learning environment, guiding students through meditation and breathing techniques.
  • Nurtured beginner students' confidence, gradually introducing more challenging poses as their abilities grew.
  • Increased class attendance, promoting benefits of yoga through engaging social media content and community events.
  • Used music to motivate and energize classes.

Yoga Instructor

Yoga Roots
08.2021 - 09.2024
  • 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.
  • Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
  • Emphasized inclusivity in class design, accommodating a diverse range of ages, fitness levels, and abilities through modifications and variations on postures.
  • Demonstrated yoga poses and provided verbal cues and adjustments to help students improve alignment and technique.
  • Arrived early to set up room, greet students, and answer questions.
  • Kept studio area safe, organized, and comfortable for students.
  • Boosted client retention rates by fostering positive relationships and providing personalized guidance on their yoga journey.
  • Collaborated with fellow instructors to organize workshops focusing on advanced techniques or specialized topics.

Yoga Instructor

Flow Yoga Studio
06.2018 - 12.2020
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to referrals and a growing clientele base.
  • Balanced scheduling demands efficiently, ensuring timely arrival at appointments while accommodating last-minute schedule changes.

Yoga Instructor

Next Level
06.2018 - 03.2020
  • 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.
  • Demonstrated yoga poses and provided verbal cues and adjustments to help students improve alignment and technique.
  • Arrived early to set up room, greet students, and answer questions.

Education

200 Hr RYT - Yoga Instructor

Jivasara
2026 Murray Hill Rd #208 Cleveland OH 44106
05-2018

Timeline

Yoga Instructor

YogaVita
08.2024 - Current

Yoga Instructor

Yoga Roots
08.2021 - 09.2024

Yoga Instructor

Flow Yoga Studio
06.2018 - 12.2020

Yoga Instructor

Next Level
06.2018 - 03.2020

200 Hr RYT - Yoga Instructor

Jivasara
Suzanne Borders