Tara Duke
Summary
Dynamic Group Fitness Instructor with over 40 years of teaching experience and a proven track record at O2 Health and Fitness. Expert in creating inclusive environments, emphasizing safety and effective movement techniques. Skilled in CPR and Silver Sneakers Foundations, with a flair for motivating participants towards improved health outcomes.
Energetic and motivational with passion for health and wellness while ensuring that class participants have fun exercising. Possesses deep understanding of fitness principles and effective exercise techniques. Committed to helping individuals achieve their fitness goals through engaging and safe workout programs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Group Fitness Instructor
Town of Mount Pleasant Recreation Department
01.2019 - Current
- Led weekly classes for up to 25+ individuals with consistent participation and positive feedback.
- Demonstrated modified routines with regressions and progressions to meet diverse fitness levels.
- Taught diverse group fitness classes designed to improve cardiovascular health, strength, mobility and balance.
- Received consistently positive feedback from participants regarding class structure, content, and delivery style.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
- Used music to motivate and energize classes.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize injuries during classes, ensuring safe workout environment.
Group Fitness Instructor
O2 Health and Fitness
08.2004 - 12.2018
- Cultivated a welcoming atmosphere for all skill levels, promoting inclusivity and accessibility within group fitness classes.
- Led weekly classes for up to 25 individuals with consistent participation and positive feedback.
- Demonstrated modified routines with regressions and progressions to meet diverse fitness levels.
- Educated members on proper movement techniques and safe equipment use to reduce risk of injury In Body Pump.
- Received consistently positive feedback from participants regarding class structure, content, and delivery style
- Led high-energy group fitness sessions to promote health and wellness among participants.
- Increased member retention by fostering a supportive and motivating exercise environment.
- Encouraged and motivated participants to persevere through challenges to achieve new goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA05-1984
Certification
- First Aid, CPR, AED Instructor's Certificate – HSI
- WaterArt Aqua Certification
- Silver Sneakers Fundamental (Boom Move, Boom Strength, Circuit and Core
Previously held Certifications in the following:
AFAA, Les Mills Body Pump and Body Attack, Schwinn and Johnny G Spin and Zumba.
Timeline
Group Fitness Instructor
Town of Mount Pleasant Recreation Department
01.2019 - Current
Group Fitness Instructor
O2 Health and Fitness
08.2004 - 12.2018
- First Aid, CPR, AED Instructor's Certificate – HSI
- WaterArt Aqua Certification
- Silver Sneakers Fundamental (Boom Move, Boom Strength, Circuit and Core
Previously held Certifications in the following:
AFAA, Les Mills Body Pump and Body Attack, Schwinn and Johnny G Spin and Zumba.
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
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