OBJECTIVE
To obtain a challenging position that will allow me to use my innovation
and imagination to contribute to the success of your organization while
providing me with growth and developmental opportunities.
EXPERIENCE
Xtreme Fitness/WVFitness 24, Bridgeport, WV
August 2003 to Present
Head Fitness Professional, Personal Training Director
Challenging and rewarding position that has brought Xtreme Fitness, now
WVFitness 24, to the forefront of the personal training experience in
North Central West Virginia. Work with hundreds of clients ranging from
the novice beginner to elite athletes to meet and exceed their fitness
goals. Program Design, Implementation, Periodization, Assessment and
Anthropometry, Nutritional Counseling, and Supplementation as well as
sales and book-keeping are prerequisites for my position. Established
extensive experience with Pre-natal and Post-Pregnancy training, athletic
training, rehabilitation, injury prevention, high-intensity athletic team
building, and Sports-specific training. Annual sales of $50,000 per year
in sales with a projection in 2010 of over $70,000. An Integral part of
re-design of sales-system for Personal Training and membership sales for
the new WVFitness 24, the only 24-hour full service fitness center in
North Central West Virginia, outside of Morgantown. Built the Personal
Training program from the ground-up over the last 6 years and helped
design the new logos, shirts, insignias, and overall staff management and
direction. Responsible for my own website updates, budgeting for
continuing education, as well as schedules and sales for the training
team. Just recently, I began a series of intensive 'boot camp' classes.
My main areas of expertise are fitness testing, prescription, and overall
observation in a results-driven environment. I have completed such testing
as body-composition, VO2 Max, VC02 Consumption, cardiovascular, muscular
and overall endurance, as well as power-testing in athletes.
Discovery Communications, INC., New York, NY April 2002 to
November 2002
Traffic Coordinator
Assisted in placing commercial traffic in the assigned time slot using
Linksys systems based on the information provided by the corporate office
in Bethesda, MD on a daily basis. Placed commercial traffic onto three
national and international networks: Discovery Wings, Discovery Kids and
Discovery Main.
Equinox Fitness Clubs, LLC, New York, NY
June 1999 to April 2002
Front Desk Representative
Handled incoming calls and leads for Sales professionals. Provided
facility tours for prospective new members and scheduled spa/massage
appointments and confirmations. Very fast-paced environment that required a
mature and professional demeanor to provide exceptional customer service.
EDUCATION
Bachelors of Science Exercise Science and Nutrition May 2009
Fairmont State University, Fairmont, WV
Extensive coverage of Anatomy & Physiology, Biomechanics, Exercise
Physiology, Exercise Testing & Prescription, Sports Psychology, Safety and
Pathological training, Athletic Training, as well as AED/CPR Certification.
In order to graduate, we were required to participate in a 16-week research
study of our own design. Also, minored in Nutritional studies covering
Sports Nutrition, pre- and post-natal nutrition, pre-adolescent and
adolescent studies, as well as case studies and familiarization with
MyPyramid.gov and other web presences.
Associates/Certificate Acting and Performance, February 2002
The American Musical and Dramatic Academy, New York, NY
Highly-intensive Theater and acting training that emphasized technique,
poise and attention to detail in work. Many topics including dance, stage
combat, improvisation, classical theater, Alexander technique, among many
others. Working with many highly-decorated directors, actors, producers,
and in-the-know people gave me industry insight and allowed me to be
successful post-graduation.
CERTIFICATIONS
Specialist in Performance Nutrition, July 2007 to Present
International Sports Sciences Association
Personal Fitness Trainer Certification, April 2006 to Present
International Sports Sciences Association
Personal Training Certification, March 2001 to March 2003
ACE Personal Training Certification, New York, NY
CPR and AED Certification, 2005-Present
American Heart Association
U.S. Aikiki Aikido Shodan Rank, 2009 - Present---Certified Instructor as of
2010
Member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association, 2009 -
Present
RELATED COURSEWORK
Nautilus Institute Certified Spin Coach 2005-Present
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist Certification (NSCA) Pending
re-examination Spring 2011
Computer Science and Technology Course, 2005
INTERESTS
Acting, Running, Marathoning, Triathletics, Sports Nutrition, Bodybuilding,
Martial Arts, Teaching, Coaching; I am actively involved in the church
community as well.
WEBSITES
www.andyorwig.com