         GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR       Summary      My passion is to inspire class members to get fit & stay fit.   I believe that Yoga is a key element of fitness along with strength & cardio training that leads to a long & happy fulfilled life.  My classes are fun, yet challenging and engaging that encourage all participants to feel good about themselves and come back for more.        Skills          AFAA Group Exercise  Boot Camp Training  Running 101  AFAA - Step Certification  AFAA - Kickboxing Certification  YogaFit Certified - Level 1  Les Mills - Body Pump 42  BTS - Group Power  Les Mills - Body Attack 51  Spinning  Les Mills - Body Attack 55        IFTA - Group Fitness  IFTA - Personal Trainer  AIM I - Body Attack 75  AIM II - Body Attack 77  Les Mills - CX Worx 12  AIM II - Body Attack 78  Les Mills - Body Attack 82  Les Mills - RPM 60  Les Mills - New Zealand 2 wks  CPR - thru 6-17-17  AIM I - Body Pump 94  Les Mills - GRIT 13            Accomplishments     I have introduced & launched a number of new fitness programs in Wilmington, NC Gyms.      In 2002 I became certified to teach Body Pump and was one of the original instructors to launch Pump at Golds Gym.  It continues to be one of the most successful fitness program at Golds today.  It has since been launched at WAC, O2 Fitness, Fitness Fusion, & YMCA and recognized throughout the world as one of best weight training group fitness programs.       ?  It 2002 I became certified in YogaFit after taking a number of classes.  I have taught Yoga at Golds, O2 Fitness & YMCA introducing numerous "gym group fitness attendees" to the wonderful benefits of practicing Yoga.     ?  In 2006 I became certified in teaching Body Attack.  It also is a popular program that continues at gyms in Wilmington.        Experience      Group Fitness Instructor     Jan 2016   to   Mar 2016      Company Name   -   City  ,   State   Introduced & launched Body Attack in Jan, 2016        Yoga & Group Fitness Instructor     Sep 2014   to   Mar 2016      Company Name   -   City  ,   State    Substitue teach Yoga as requested   Introduced & launched Body Attack in May, 2015        Yoga & Group Fitness Instructor     Feb 2012   to   Jun 2014      Company Name   -   City  ,   State    Taught Yoga at New Hanover Gym on regular schedule 2013- 2014   Introduced & launched Body Attack at Mayfair Gym in Jan, 2013            ?        Group Fitness Instructor     Sep 1998   to   May 2000      Company Name   -   City  ,   State    Introduced & Taught Body Pump to all ladies gym        Yoga & Group Fitness Instructor     Jun 1998   to   May 2012      Company Name   -   City  ,   State    Taught at 6 different Locations for Golds gym over a 14 year period  Helped to launch both Body Pump in 2002 & Body Attack in 2006  Taught Yoga Saturday am in Porters Neck location & Yoga Sunday am at Racine        Group Fitness Instructor     Jun 1998   to   Apr 2000      Company Name   -   City  ,   State   Taught general group fitness (weights & cardio)       Group Fitness Instructor      Jul 1994   to   Aug 1998      Company Name   -   City  ,   State    Taught General group fitness including Boot camp, Step, Hi-Lo, Running & Weights        Education and Training      Bachelor of Science  ,   Animal Science   June 1973     The Ohio State University   -   City  ,   State     Animal Science       Interests     
Enjoy yard work & outside activities  Employed with International Vitamin manufacturing company fulltime sales  Music - Singing & listening to bands  Running local races with Wilmington Road Runners   Dining out & traveling with Partner & fiancee, Tammy  ?       Skills     My Yoga classes are fun, inspirational, & thought provoking.  At age 65, the wisdom & humor I bring to classes is enjoyed and allows people to embrace their own practice and come back for more.       Additional Information     I grew up on a small family dairy in Ohio and am still involved in the farm business with my brothers and sister.  I am fulltime employed with an international Vitamin manufacturing Company (DSM Nutritional Products). I am a Senior Account Manager & also a mentor and sales support person to my team members.    