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Amanda Bell

London

Summary

Dynamic and passionate fitness professional with extensive experience as a Certified Pilates Instructor, specialising in both one to one and group settings. Skilled in exercise modification and fostering a motivating environment, I excel in helping clients achieve their fitness goals through personalized coaching and positive reinforcement techniques. Committed to safety and inclusivity in all classes.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Pilates Instructor

Self Employed - Basebox Studio
03.2018 - Current
  • Consistently delivering functional and challenging mat pilates classes to a variety of participants
  • Attended continuing education classes to maintain current knowledge.
  • Kept facilities and equipment clean and organized.
  • Implemented new and creative PIlates exercise routines to keep participants motivated.
  • Used music to motivate and energize classes.
  • Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
  • Promoted safe and inclusive environment for all
  • Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.

PA / TA Coordinator (full-time Role)

Bechtel Limited
10.2010 - Current
  • Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
  • Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
  • Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
  • Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
  • Administered employee offer documentation
  • Coordinated with candidates to ensure Onboarding documentation was completed


Personal Trainer (Fitness and Pilates)

Self Employed
08.2005 - Current
  • Developed, planned, and led one on one and group mat Pilates sessions.
  • Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
  • Trained clients on Pilates, Les Mills programmes and Spin classes.
  • Delivered pre-scripted and individual exercise programs to keep clients engaged and motivated with a friendly approach.


Freelance Group Exercise Instructor

Self Employed: Holmes Place, VirginActive, Esporta
09.2005 - 06.2016
  • Coached clients on proper techniques to obtain maximum benefits and prevent injuries.
  • Led group exercise sessions, such as Les Mills BodyPump, Spin classes and Mat Pilates classes.
  • Taught diverse group fitness classes designed to improve cardiovascular health, strength and mobility.
  • Led weekly classes with consistent participation and positive feedback.
  • Developed creative and fun fitness classes to keep participants engaged and motivated.

Freelance Fitness Trainer Sydney

Self Employed - Fitness First Australia
01.1992 - 05.2005
  • Delivered fun and motivating group fitness classes designed to improve overall health and fitness levels.
  • Collaborated with other fitness professionals to develop and implement new ideas for the timetable.
  • Set up and broke down equipment before and after classes.
  • Promoted fitness classes to boost gym attendance.
  • Used music to motivate and energize classes.
  • Led high impact, low impact and Step aerobics sessions; plus conditioning and Pilates classes.
  • Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
  • Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.

Education

No Degree - Level 3 Diploma Mat Pilates

Focus Awards - Direct Learning
Distance Learning Programme
04-2025

No Degree - Mat Pilates

Stott Pilates
YMCA London
01-2022

No Degree - Reformer Pilates

Frame Fitness Academy
London, United Kingdom
04-2019

No Degree - Instructor Level 2 - Group Exercise Level 2

Register of Exercise Professionals
London, UK
09-2005

No Degree - PIlates

Michael King Mat Pilates
Sydney Australia
01-2004

Skills

  • Group and individual instruction
  • Exercise modification
  • Progress monitoring
  • Positive reinforcement techniques
  • Personal training and coaching
  • Safety awareness
  • Pilates breathing techniques

Timeline

Certified Pilates Instructor

Self Employed - Basebox Studio
03.2018 - Current

PA / TA Coordinator (full-time Role)

Bechtel Limited
10.2010 - Current

Freelance Group Exercise Instructor

Self Employed: Holmes Place, VirginActive, Esporta
09.2005 - 06.2016

Personal Trainer (Fitness and Pilates)

Self Employed
08.2005 - Current

Freelance Fitness Trainer Sydney

Self Employed - Fitness First Australia
01.1992 - 05.2005

No Degree - Level 3 Diploma Mat Pilates

Focus Awards - Direct Learning

No Degree - Mat Pilates

Stott Pilates

No Degree - Reformer Pilates

Frame Fitness Academy

No Degree - Instructor Level 2 - Group Exercise Level 2

Register of Exercise Professionals

No Degree - PIlates

Michael King Mat Pilates

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