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Valerie Laurent

St. Petersburg,United States

Summary

Versatile and creative Fitness Instructor with a passion for Pilates, HIIT, Strength training, TRX, etc. Successful at managing diverse classes for beginner, intermediate and advanced students. Skilled in overseeing student needs and limitations and offering modifications when needed. Offering 12 years' experience of combined one-on-one and group instruction. Dedicated to providing safe, efficient, and fun classes.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pilates Instructor

Self-Employed
St. Petersburg, FL
01.2012 - Current
  • Guides clients in safe exercise, taking into account individualized physical limitation.
  • Watches clients during exercises and assists with modifications.
  • Monitors participants to correct form, enhance safety and improve results.
  • Helps people of different physical abilities meet fitness goals with customized classes.
  • Works out specific muscle groups and body systems with well-designed routines.
  • Creates individual workout routines based on member fitness level.

Group Fitness Instructor

Weight Crafters
Madeira Beach , FL
10.2019 - 05.2021
  • Designed each class content and delivery methods to match skill levels of all participants and keep student interest high.
  • Monitored form and technique in group environments to ensure safety of individuals.
  • Applied health and fitness experience and education in crafting boot camp and weights classes.
  • Guided clients in safe exercise, taking into account individualized physical limitations.
  • Developed routines to avoid injuries, maximize effort and facilitate client attainment of personal fitness goals.
  • Monitored participants to correct form, enhance safety and improve results.
  • Created fitness routines to motivate clients to remain in wellness programs.

Pilates and Zumba Instructor

Beachfront Fitness
North Remington Beach, FL
02.2011 - 05.2011
  • Developed choreography for several Zumba classes.
  • Welcomed students with friendliness and offered knowledgeable support for range of questions and concerns.
  • Offered motivating and high-energy encouragement throughout classes to maintain morale.
  • Guided clients in safe exercise, taking into account individualized physical limitations.

Personal Trainer

YMCA of the greater St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg, FL
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Led, instructed and motivated individuals during training activities, including cardiovascular exercise, strength training and stretching.
  • Communicated with clients to determine goals and performed client assessments.
  • Created weight training programs, set up equipment and provided detailed instructions.
  • Maintained detailed personal training records and updated client progress after each session.
  • Meticulously monitored clients and enforced policies for health and safety.

Education

Associate of Arts -

St. Pete College
St. Petersburg
08.1997

Associate of Science - Legal

FMU
Tampa, FL
08.2003

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Safety-conscious
  • Designing exercise programs
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • CPR Certified

Certification

  • Certified Personal Trainer
  • Certified Group Fitness Instructor (ACE)

Timeline

Group Fitness Instructor

Weight Crafters
10.2019 - 05.2021

Pilates Instructor

Self-Employed
01.2012 - Current

Pilates and Zumba Instructor

Beachfront Fitness
02.2011 - 05.2011

Personal Trainer

YMCA of the greater St. Petersburg
01.2008 - 01.2009

Associate of Arts -

St. Pete College

Associate of Science - Legal

FMU
Valerie Laurent