MELVIN MACHARIA
0714516000.
5306-00200, Nairobi.
melvomasha6@gmail.com
To secure a position as a fitness instructor\personal trainer where I can demonstrate my passion for
fitness, health and general wellbeing. I prioritize guiding people with professionalism towards achieving
their fitness goals and improving their quality of life.
EXPERIENCE
AUGUST 2014 – APRIL 2015
GYM INSTRUCTOR, CLARENCE HOUSE APARTMENTS.
My first job as an instructor in a hotel, I was responsible for opening the facility early morning,
ensuring it is clean and guiding clients through their workouts.
MAY 2015 – JUNE 2017
PERSONAL TRAINER, WORKOUT EXPRESS
This facility was one of the very few in Kenya specializing in acceleration training using the power
plate machine. I was responsible for taking clients through a 30 min one on one full body
workout session. Unfortunately they had to shut down
AUGUST 2017 – DECEMBER 2017
STANDING IN GYM INSTRUCTOR, BEST WESTERN HOTEL.
The chance to work for a high end hotel came and I took it. Though it was only to stand in for a
colleague who went on long leave, the experience was priceless. I learnt a lot about
professionalism and trainer client rapport.
JANUARY 2018 – AUGUST 2019
INDEPENDENT PERSONAL TRAINER.
At this point, having gained experience in the fitness industry I decided to venture into the world
of self-employment. I worked with two big gyms as an independent personal trainer. These were
Racing sport gym and momentum fitness, both in west lands. I was bringing in a number of
clients to these facilities. To date I still train clients in various facilities as an independent
personal trainer.
2020 - 2021
PART TIME FITNESS TRAINER, POWER VIBE STUDIO.
The only remaining facility specializing in acceleration training. Due to the fact that I have
experience in acceleration training, Power vibe studio hired me to work for them on part-time
basis.
OCTOBER 2021 to APRIL 2022
SPORTS LEADER AT DECATHLON KENYA
Here I worked part time as a salesperson, my role was to market and sell fitness products
offered by the company.
CURRENTLY
I am currently back to freelance personal training as I work on improving my skill set by doing
various fitness related short courses.
EDUCATION
JANUARY 2011 – FEBRUARY 2012
DIPLOMA IN GYM INSTRUCTION AND AEROBICS, ALISON CAROLINE INSTITUTE
MARCH 2011 – FEBRUARY 2012
DIPLOMA IN NUTRITION, ALISON CAROLINE INSTITUTE
SKILLS
Great communication skills, good at building Time keeping team player.
rapport and client retaining. Highly skilled group trainer {high intensity
Great at conducting fitness assessments and interval training, tabata, strength and
designing goal oriented workout plans. conditioning}.
Flexible and willing to learn.
ACTIVITIES
I enjoy playing team sports like rugby and football in my spare time. I also enjoy outdoor activities like
hiking and travelling. I also take part in charity work and community projects being a member of a
registered youth group.
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REFERENCES
1. Fredrick Edward Ochieng
Head Instructor
Clarence House Health Club
Cell: 0723689611.
2. Morrice Senagi
Manager
Workout Express Ltd.
Cell: 0723865732.
3. Sonia.
Owner.
Power vibe studio.
Cell: 0720405019.
