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Tara Silzer-Knizek

Tara Silzer-Knizek

Queensbury,NY

Summary

Accomplished Gym Owner, Fitness Professional and IFBB Pro Bodybuilder with a proven track record in enhancing client retention by at FitCity through innovative fitness programs and exceptional nutrition coaching. Expert in business management and customer relations, fostering a customer-centric culture and leading teams to excellence. Skilled in strategic planning and operations management, ensuring optimal service delivery and facility maintenance. Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs, and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational and sales teams. Talented Owner with excellent marketing, customer service and facility oversight skills and more than 20 years of experience. Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in organization.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Gym Owner

FitCity
2015.04 - Current
  • Created a customer-centric culture among staff members that prioritizes excellent service delivery at all times.
  • Implemented diverse group fitness classes to cater to various skill levels and interests among clients.
  • Expanded gym''s service offerings into specialized areas such as health coaching, nutrition consultations and targeted fitness programs catering diverse clientele needs.
  • Managed budget allocations effectively while optimizing resource utilization for maximum value addition across all aspects of operation.

Personal Trainer & Nutritionist

Self-employeed
2013.03 - Current
  • Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
  • Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
  • Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
  • Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.

IFBB Pro Bodybuilder

IFBB Pro League
2010.08 - 2019.08

Professional Athlete competing around the world.

Personal Trainer & Nutritionist

Red Gym
2012.03 - 2012.12
  • Improved client fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans and monitoring progress.
  • Increased client retention through consistent communication, motivation, and support.
  • Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fitness training methods to inform approach.

Fitness Manager

GoodLife Fitness
2011.03 - 2012.02
  • Trained newly hired employees, offering insight into job duties and providing positive feedback on work.
  • Developed strong relationships with members, leading to increased referrals and positive word-of-mouth advertising.
  • Increased client retention by developing personalized fitness programs tailored to individual needs and goals.
  • Responded promptly to customer issues and resolved problems through effective communication and decision making skills.

Personal Trainer & Head Trainer

Club Fit
2005.04 - 2010.11
  • Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
  • Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
  • Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
  • Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Medical Exercise Specialist

UCLA
Los Angeles, CA
05.2007

Bachelor of Science - Personal Training

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton, Canada
08.2006

Bachelor of Science - Health & Science

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton, Canada
04.2006

Bachelor of Science - Medical Exercise Specialist

UCLA
Los Angeles, CA
05.2007

Skills

    Fitness Knowledge

    Nutrition Coaching

    Employee Scheduling

    Business Management

    Facility Maintenance

    Small business operations

    Customer Relations

    Staff Management

    Strategic Planning

    Operations Management

    Consulting

    Team Leadership

    Excellent Communication

Timeline

Gym Owner

FitCity
2015.04 - Current

Personal Trainer & Nutritionist

Self-employeed
2013.03 - Current

Personal Trainer & Nutritionist

Red Gym
2012.03 - 2012.12

Fitness Manager

GoodLife Fitness
2011.03 - 2012.02

IFBB Pro Bodybuilder

IFBB Pro League
2010.08 - 2019.08

Personal Trainer & Head Trainer

Club Fit
2005.04 - 2010.11

Bachelor of Science - Medical Exercise Specialist

UCLA

Bachelor of Science - Personal Training

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science - Health & Science

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science - Medical Exercise Specialist

UCLA
Tara Silzer-Knizek