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George Fainu

One Tree Hill ,New Zealand

Summary

Driven by a sincere passion for helping people achieve their personal goals. I offer a holistic approach towards personal training and self development coaching. I have invaluable experience of 10+ years in dealing with clients from diverse backgrounds and demographics from new gym beginners, to athletes, coperate professionals to your everyday gym ethusiast with great success! I look to support my team in fostering a success-driven culture with tangible outcomes. By designing and implementing personalized fitness programs aligned with my clients' goals and objectives. I aim to inspire and motivate others to reach their full potential. I am often recognized for my friendly demeanor and ability to cultivate a positive and energetic work environment. I strive to instill a sense of productivity, motivation and confidence in this setting.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Trainer / Owner Operator

Primordial PTSD (Personal Training)

Auckland, New Zealand

05.2009 - Current

Expanded customer base by achieving high levels of customer satisfaction and delivering results.
Successfully communicated with clients to determine their personal training goals.
Administered fitness assessments, which included the seven-point skinfold body fat measurements, blood pressure, and treadmill tests.
Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
Researched new training methods, trends, and equipment to stay up-to-date on industry standards.
Motivated clients to reach their personal best by providing positive reinforcement.
Provided instructions in proper form, technique, and safety when performing exercises.

Personal Trainer /Group Fitness Instructor

YMCA - ONEHUNGA WAR MEMORIAL POOLS & JORDAN REC

Auckland City, Auckland

04.2019 - 12.2021

Developed, planned, and led personal and group fitness sessions, as well as well-known specialty fitness programs.
Trained clients during strength training, cardiovascular exercise, and stretching.
Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with a history of injury.
Created class content for YIN & YANG 60-minute Classes, BOX FIT 60-minute Classes, HIIT 45-minute/60-minute on gym floor classes.
Maintained a great rapport with gym staff, members, and PT clientele.
Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals, based on customer satisfaction and results.
Conducted assessments to evaluate clients' current physical condition, strength, flexibility, and body composition.

Gym Co-Owner / Personal Trainer / Management

VIBE FITNESS

04.2009 - 11.2012

Interviewed, hired, trained, and mentored the core start-up team, working to outline initial company policies and procedures.
Strengthened tractability, developing organization systems for contracts, records, reports, and agendas.
Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itineraries, and scheduling appointments.
Directed all day-to-day operations of VIBE fitness facility to provide a safe and enjoyable guest experience.
Executed business strategies to boost revenue and penetrate new markets through the implementation of promotion and corporate sales targets.
Managed scheduling for 5 employees to ensure optimal productivity.
Resolved any customer complaints or issues quickly in order to maintain positive relationships.

Personal Trainer / Team Leader

ANYTIME FITNESS

Greenlane, Auckland

03.2009 - 10.2012

Developing & maintaining a rapport with Gym Members.
Gaining clientele of Gym Members for PT business.
Managing the Personal Training Team of (5).
Dealing with Members' inquiries.
One-to-one instruction of fitness sessions.
Instructing Group Fitness programs (Boot camp).
Conducting fitness assessments and consultations.
Scheduled appointments with clients and communicated effectively with them via phone or email.

Personal Trainer / Gym Instructor / Sales Rep

CLM Health & Fitness Ltd

03.2009 - 12.2011

Reached and surpassed monthly membership sales targets, while actively utilizing my role as a Personal Trainer and gym instructor.
Conducted presentations about membership offerings and answered questions from prospective members.
Secured contracts with local school districts to provide athletic training to students.
Managed all issues and provided excellent customer service, resulting in a positive outcome.
Trained clients effectively and built dynamic customer relationships, which cut learning time in half.
Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction with membership services.
Communicated with clients to determine goals and performed client assessments.
Called, e-mailed and followed-up on leads generated by company marketing efforts.

Gym Instructor / Personal Trainer

ONEHUNGA AQUASPORT

10.2007 - 05.2010

Opening and closing procedures of the gym facility.
Developing and maintaining a rapport with gym members.
Encouraged client participation by providing support, motivation and positive reinforcement.
Conducting fitness assessments and consultations.
Writing Personal/Specific training programs.
Ensuring the security of the gym facility.
Successfully led key promotional projects, which resulted in increased workability efficiency.

Administration /Membership Sales Representative

SPORT NORTHLAND, KENSINGTON FITNESS

Whangarei, Northland

07.2003 - 11.2006

Sport Northland - Administration, Fitness Floor, Events Coordinator.
Dealing with front desk inquiries.
Data entry and updating records of members.
Converted leads into prospects and booked appointments to achieve sales quota.
Opening and closing of Fitness centre.
Events and private functions assistant.
Answered questions from customers regarding products and services offered by the company.

Education

Diploma - Spiritual Life Coach

Centre of Excellence

United Kingdom

04-2024

FIRST AID CERTIFICATE -

ST JOHN'S

Auckland

08-2019

Bachelor of Science - Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

New Zealand College of Chinese Medicine

Greenlane, Auckland

2014

Sword Play & Break Falls, Fight Choreography

NZ STUNT SCHOOL

Stunt Workshop NZ, Certificate In Stunt Work

2010

NZ Institute of Sport Certificate in Personal Training, Gym Instructor, Exercise Prescription - LEVEL 4

NZ INSTITUTE OF SPORT

Auckland, NZ

11.2009

Certificate in Relaxation & Sports Massage -

NZ College of Massage

Newmarket, NZ

2006

Chow Gar Tong Long Kung Fu - Southern Praying Mantis Chinese Boxing - Traditional Chinese Kung Fu

Chow Gar Tong Long Kung Fu

Whanagarei, New Zealand

01-1999

RED CROSS First Aid Certificate 1997-98 Panmure Lagoon Pools & Leisure Life Jacket & Snorkeling Educator (Waterwise) -

1999