PERSONAL STATEMENT
Enthusiastic personal trainer with 6+ years of experience in fitness and coaching. Recognised for clear and engaging training style, close attention to client needs and ability, and friendly demeanour. British Gymnastics–certified General Gymnastics Level 2 coach with an expert understanding of nutrition, physiology, and exercise psychology. Seeking a personal trainer position with opportunities for advancement.
KEY SKILLS
- Instructing
- Active listening
- Learning strategies
- Speech clarity
- Time management
- Monitoring (groups and individuals)
- Proficient in accounting software (Intuit QuickBooks)
- Microsoft Office
CERTIFICATIONS
Level 3 Personal Fitness
UK Coaching
March 2021
London
General Gymnastics Level 2
British Gymnastics
June 2018
Cardiff
EDUCATION
Cardiff Metropolitan University (2017–2020)
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science (2:1)
Relevant Modules: Biomechanics of Human Movement, Nutrition, Fundamentals of Sport and Exercise Physiology, Sport and Exercise Physiology, Sport and Exercise Psychology, Strength and Conditioning for SES
St James School, Exeter (2010-2017)
- A-levels: Business Studies (B), Physical Education (B), Physics (B)
- GCSEs: 10 A*–C including Maths, English Language, PE, and ICT
WORK EXPERIENCE
Sunrise Fitness, Edinburgh
Group Instructor, March 2022 – Present
- Lead and assist in various mobility and dance classes, including Pilates, Zumba, and hip health
- Mentor groups of 5–15 people, identifying individual needs and helping set personal exercise and fitness goals
- Design suitable classes for different age and fitness groups, including teenagers, pregnant people, and elderly people
- Help schedule classes, organise group class timetables, and coordinate promotional activities
- Promote supplements and merchandise to customers, and assist at the gym’s smoothie bar
Tumble Acrobatics, Cardiff
Assistant Gymnastics Coach, October 2020 – March 2022
- Helped lead classes of 3–10 children, from beginner to advanced
- Planned, organised, and conducted practice sessions for children aged 6–16
- Explained and enforced safety rules and regulations, and ensured safe use of equipment
- Chaperoned groups on trips to local tournaments
- Kept abreast of changing rules and techniques supported by British Gymnastics
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
- Hiking enthusiast, member of Edinburgh Young Walkers
- Amateur guitarist
- Enjoy socialising with friends