Tafadzwa Duri
Waco,United States
Summary
NASM Certified Personal Trainer and college biology major focused on understanding human anatomy and physiology. Gained practical experience in operations at D1 Training gym in 2023, enhancing skills in client coaching and training. Developed expertise in creating safe, clean environments while supporting youth and adult training programs. Collaborated with experienced colleagues to effectively guide clients in achieving fitness goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Gym Receptionist
TrainWaco
Waco, Texas
08.2025 - Current
- Greeted clients and visitors to create a welcoming atmosphere.
- Provided information about gym services and membership options.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of reception area.
- Assisted with membership sign-ups and processing payments.
- Collected payments, renewed memberships and resolved billing issues.
- Monitored the gym floor to ensure safety regulations were followed by patrons.
- Provided accurate information concerning available programs and activities.
- Conducted tours of the facilities for potential new members interested in joining the gym.
- Handled customer inquiries in person, via telephone, or email, and resolved issues efficiently.
- Cleaned and sterilized gym equipment multiple times throughout shift to decrease amount of harmful bacteria.
- Developed relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation and personalized service.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures while providing excellent customer service.
- Re-racked weights to maintain neat, organized and clean gym.
- Inspected locker rooms regularly to ensure cleanliness was maintained throughout the day.
- Supplied callers with office address and directions, employee email addresses and phone extensions.
Personal Trainer
TrainWaco
Waco, Texas
01.2025 - Current
- Developed personalized fitness plans based on individual goals and assessments.
- Conducted comprehensive fitness evaluations to assess progress, strength, flexibility, and body composition.
- Educated clients on nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices to enhance overall well-being.
- Maintained equipment and ensured cleanliness of training environment for optimal safety.
- Adapted workouts for varying fitness levels to accommodate all clients' needs.
- Collaborated with clients to establish realistic fitness goals and timelines.
- Motivated clients through positive reinforcement to achieve personal bests.
- Scheduled appointments and communicated effectively with clients via phone or email.
Operations
D1 Training
Waco, United States
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Executed upkeep and maintenance of weights, racks, and facilities at D1 training.
- Conducted coaching and training sessions for youth and adults.
- Managed weekend birthday events for up to 25+ children.
- Maintained a well-stocked inventory of maintenance supplies for equipment availability.
- Enhanced facility cleanliness through daily tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
- Developed players' skills and clients' health via personalized training sessions.
- Ensured optimal environment for D1 training members with regular facility inspections.
Education
High School Diploma -
China Spring High School
Waco, TX05-2023
Associate of Science - Biology
McLennan Community College
Waco, TxSkills
- Event management
- Client engagement
- Health coaching
- Customer service
- Facility maintenance
- Event coordination
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Equipment sanitation
- Maintenance and repair
- Attention to detail
- Personal training
- Fitness assessment
- Membership management
- Relationship building
- Health education
- Goal setting
- Public speaking
- Client relationship management
- Safety compliance
- Performance tracking
- Program development
- Motivational coaching
- Corrective exercise techniques
- Healthy lifestyle advocacy
- Health and wellness
- First aid and CPR
- Strength training
- Functional movement training
- Endurance training methods
- Leadership skills
- Goal setting assistance
- Core strength development
- Human anatomy expertise
- Member support
- Passion for fitness
- Nutrition and weight loss management
- High-intensity interval training
- Post-rehabilitation training
- Physical conditioning
- Cardiovascular conditioning
- Exercise program design
- Motivational
- Workout design
- Scuba diving
- Diving equipment maintenance
- Active listening
- Professionalism
- Underwater surveying
Certification
- 09/01/24, CPT at NASM
- 04/27/25, Open Water Diver at W.W Diving Company
References
- Mario Aguilar, D1 General Manager & personal friend, +1 (432) 349-2258
- Jeff Wooley, D1 Owner & personal friend, +1 (254) 744-5300, jeff.a.wooley@gmail.com
- Danny Marculo, Coworker & personal friend, +1 (267) 773-2653, dannymarculo@gmail.com
- Matt Peppley, Coworker & personal friend, (512)-818-1636, matt@trainwaco.com
Affiliations
Active member of the Texas Integrated Diving Ecological Studies
Accomplishments
- Invited presentation to the Green Communities Conference in Waco, Tx
Working papers
- Goto, Y., Mischtian, N., Duri, T., Bachleda-Curus, J., Robertson, T. R., Mowry, A. E., Kennedy, A., Dove, J. B., Lockwood, S. A., & Randell, S. M. (n.d.). "Rope sponge diversity and health status in Roatán, Honduras." McLennan Community College, Waco, TX.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Gym Receptionist
TrainWaco
08.2025 - Current
Personal Trainer
TrainWaco
01.2025 - Current
Operations
D1 Training
08.2023 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
China Spring High School
Associate of Science - Biology
McLennan Community College