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Shawna Penney

Lombard,IL

Summary

Hardworking Health Educator passionate about improving individual and community health through education and public awareness. Good teacher and relationship builder with excellent communication skills. Ready to offer 24 years of related experience to a fast-paced position with a growing organization.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Health & Wellness Coach

Beachbody- Self Employed
Lombard, IL
06.2008 - Current
  • Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services.
  • Gave public talks on importance of health education and specific disease prevention and treatment strategies.
  • Assisted with development of improved seminars and training materials.
  • Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.
  • Led planning and achievement of goals and objectives consistent with agency mission and philosophy.
  • Partnered with agencies and organizations driving improvements in community health.
  • Managed over 50 customer calls per day while hitting sales goals of 100%

Group Fitness Instructor

Life Time Fitness
Bloomingdale, IL
01.2006 - 12.2016
  • Managed group fitness classes of up 50 members.
  • Enhanced client experience by maintaining motivational and supportive culture.
  • Established classes to effectively match skill and learning levels of all participants.
  • Created structured and innovative fitness programs to be executed in small to large group atmospheres.
  • Provided guidance and inspiration to class members and recommended additional fitness resources.
  • Encouraged sustainable habits for health, fitness and well-being.
  • Utilized fitness expertise and creativity to develop CRT class.
  • Monitored client progress in group settings by assessing technique and form.

Health Club Manager

Womens Workout World
Glendale Heights, Berwyn, Tinley Park, Hometown , IL
01.1998 - 12.2008
  • Responded promptly to customer issues and resolved problems through effective communication and decision making skills.
  • Demonstrated strong knowledge of all fitness equipment and explained to customers how to properly use each machine.
  • Trained newly hired employees, offering insight into job duties and providing positive feedback on work.
  • Fostered positive working environment for all employees by encouraging staff members to voice opinions and concerns without fear of reprisal.
  • Set clear sales goals for each employee, tracking progress and milestones and offering support and assistance.
  • Supported enrollees in fitness program services by encouraging participation in Zumba, yoga and other beneficial workout classes.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Elmhurst College
Elmhurst, IL
01.2004

Associate of Arts -

College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL
05.2000

Skills

  • Educational Programs
  • Loss Prevention Goals Monitoring
  • Customer Needs Assessments
  • Effective Presentations
  • Exercise Strategies
  • Smart Goals
  • Member Retention
  • Training Development
  • Group Classes
  • Effective Customer Communication
  • Positive Reinforcement

Certification

CPR, First Aid & AED training

Timeline

Health & Wellness Coach

Beachbody- Self Employed
06.2008 - Current

Group Fitness Instructor

Life Time Fitness
01.2006 - 12.2016

Health Club Manager

Womens Workout World
01.1998 - 12.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Elmhurst College

Associate of Arts -

College of DuPage
Shawna Penney