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Ravi Perera

Ravi Perera

Summary

Passionate Personal Fitness Trainer successful at making workouts fun and rewarding. Expertise in instructing clients on proper lifting techniques and educating clients on nutrition and hydration needs. Experience providing instruction for one-on-one sessions, buddy sessions and group training classes.

Work History

Personal Trainer

Rv@Cardio.lk
01.2015 - Current
  • Encouraged participants to stay motivated and reach fitness goals.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fitness training methods to inform approach.
  • Led aerobics, Tabata class, core strength and speed training classes.
  • Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
  • Educated clients on importance of proper nutrition to reach fitness objectives.
  • Developed, planned, and led personal and group fitness sessions as well as well-known specialty fitness programs.
  • Used music to motivate and energize classes.
  • Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
  • Assisted individuals in setting achievable fitness goals, monitoring progress for success.
  • Developed specialized programs for Volleyball and Cricket of all levels to reach competition goals.
  • Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
  • Implemented new and creative exercise routines to keep participants motivated.
  • Educated participants on proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits.
  • Developed healthy eating meal plans for clients to provide holistic approach.
  • Developed and implemented fitness assessment system to evaluate progress of participants.
  • Developed and implemented creative exercise programs to keep clients engaged and motivated.
  • Created comprehensive fitness programs tailored to needs and goals of each individual.
  • Delivered fun and motivating group fitness classes designed to improve overall health and fitness levels.
  • Educated customers on preventive care, nutrition, fitness, stress management, and ergonomics.
  • Provided emergency first aid and CPR as needed.
  • Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
  • Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
  • Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
  • Collaborated with other fitness professionals to develop and implement new programs.
  • Motivated participants through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
  • Assisted with marketing and promoting of classes and services.
  • Promoted fitness classes to boost gym attendance.
  • Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
  • Utilized effective record-keeping system for tracking customer information.

Gym Manager

Sushila Fitness Kingdom
10.2021 - 01.2023
  • Implemented effective social media strategies facilitate new business and promote patronage in existing customers.
  • Preparation of year end budgets and coordinating, reviewing and analyzing.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Set and managed employee work schedules for coverage in assigned areas.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Demonstrated strong knowledge of all fitness equipment and explained to customers how to properly use each machine.
  • Managed Personal Trainer schedule and stayed within budgeted non-session hours.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
  • Trained employees on general procedures, gym rules and duties.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Promptly attended to guest needs concerning fitness room, locker room and relaxation area.
  • Trained newly hired employees, offering insight into job duties and providing positive feedback on work.
  • Developed sales strategies and coached staff on selling tactics to maintain high percentage of membership enrollments.
  • Evaluated team members and offered helpful feedback by observing while performing duties and offering services to customers.
  • Responded promptly to customer issues and resolved problems through effective communication and decision making skills.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Interviewed and hired gym staff for various roles.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Supported enrollees in fitness program services by encouraging participation in Zumba, yoga and other beneficial workout classes.
  • Created and updated fitness programs focused on cardio, strength and conditioning.
  • Generated leads through sales promotions and word-of-mouth.

Volleyball Coach

St. John's Girls School and St Johan's National school
01.2016 - 01.2023
  • Created positive and encouraging environment to motivate athletes to give best efforts.
  • Monitored and evaluated performance of athletes to identify weaknesses and provide feedback for further improvement.
  • Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
  • Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
  • Researched and implemented new training methods and technologies to increase athleticism.
  • Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
  • Developed and implemented useful and progressive training plans to improve skills of athletes of all ages and abilities.
  • Prepared and delivered presentations to players and parents to emphasize importance of teamwork and sportsmanship.
  • Created and implemented innovative strategies to engage clients in coaching journey.
  • Provided guidance to clients in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
  • Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
  • Coordinated special events such as pre-season beach training, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
  • Provided guidance and mentorship to volleyball athletes to help reach full potential.
  • Assisted in developing marketing materials to promote coaching services.
  • Worked individually with players when struggling to enhancer confidence and strengthen court skills.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Developed and delivered presentations to educate clients on topics related to coaching.
  • Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
  • Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
  • Developed and maintained network of professional resources to refer clients to.
  • Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
  • Stretched, warmed up, and completed conditioning exercises properly to reduce injuries.
  • Reviewed and updated game strategies and techniques to optimize training sessions.
  • Implemented exercise programs and training strategies to bolster individual and team performance.
  • Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
  • Recruited athletes by attending games, meeting with families, and presenting scholarship offers.
  • Assisted clients with developing strategies to manage stress and increase productivity.
  • Always teach to athletes, the benefits of education and life guide lines to success in life journy .

Education

Diploma - Aerobics And Nutrition

Lanka Institute of Fitness And Nutrition Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka
04.2021

Diploma - Bodybuilding & Fitness

Department of Sport Development of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka
11.2018

Diploma - Health And Physical Fitness

Power Trend International Sport & Fitness Academy
02.2021

MBA - Business Administration

Cardiff Metropolitan University
UK
10.2016

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Sri Lanka
05.2011

Diploma - HR Management

Institute of Personnel Management
Sri Lanka
08.2007

Skills

  • Health and Wellness
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Strength and Conditioning
  • Client Engagement
  • Personal Training Techniques
  • Current Fitness Trends Knowledge
  • Good Nutrition Promotion
  • Leadership Skills
  • Current NASM Certification
  • Social Media Presence
  • Individual Trainings
  • Small and Large Group Instruction
  • Weight Control Guidance
  • Diet and Nutrition
  • Fitness Equipment Maintenance
  • Tracking Client Progress
  • Flexibility Exercises

Timeline

Gym Manager

Sushila Fitness Kingdom
10.2021 - 01.2023

Volleyball Coach

St. John's Girls School and St Johan's National school
01.2016 - 01.2023

Personal Trainer

Rv@Cardio.lk
01.2015 - Current

Diploma - Aerobics And Nutrition

Lanka Institute of Fitness And Nutrition Sri Lanka

Diploma - Bodybuilding & Fitness

Department of Sport Development of Sri Lanka

Diploma - Health And Physical Fitness

Power Trend International Sport & Fitness Academy

MBA - Business Administration

Cardiff Metropolitan University

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

University of Sri Jayewardenepura

Diploma - HR Management

Institute of Personnel Management

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