Ruthie LaFord

Educated clients on benefits of consistent yoga practice for stress reduction, improved flexibility, and overall mental clarity.

• Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
• Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
• Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
• Improved students'' overall well-being through meditation and mindfulness practices in each class session.
• Emphasized inclusivity in class design, accommodating diverse range of ages, fitness levels, and abilities through modifications and variations on postures.
• Enriched students'' understanding of holistic health by weaving yogic philosophy into lessons alongside practical movement instruction.
• Demonstrated yoga poses and provided verbal cues and adjustments to help students improve alignment and technique.
• Elevated clients'' mental focus by integrating breathing exercises throughout classes to complement physical movement.
• Arrived early to set up room, greet students, and answer questions.
• Inspired personal growth among students by challenging them to step outside their comfort zones while offering support in achieving their individual goals.
• Promoted physical fitness with dynamic sequencing of asanas designed to challenge and inspire students of all levels.
• Kept studio area safe, organized, and comfortable for students.
• Built relationships with students to boost rapport and word-of-mouth referrals.
• Mentored new instructors, sharing best practices in teaching methods and classroom management techniques.
• Retained knowledge of studio offerings, programs, and pricing to promote brand and guide registration.
• Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
• Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
• Provided emergency first aid and CPR as needed.

• Educated gym members on proper form and technique during workouts, reducing risk of injury while maximizing results.
• Helped clients reach fitness objectives by providing encouragement and motivation.
• Promoted positive workout environment by fostering strong relationships with clients, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
• Created inclusive environment for all participants by modifying exercises to accommodate varying skill levels and physical limitations.
• Drafted program policies and procedures with client input to maintain safety and prevent conflict.
• Streamlined administrative tasks such as class scheduling and attendance tracking, facilitating more efficient overall fitness program.
• Increased class attendance by promoting positive, inclusive environment for all fitness levels.
• Upheld strict safety guidelines during all sessions, contributing to accident-free environment.
• Reduced injury rates by consistently emphasizing proper form and technique during workouts.
• Developed creative and fun fitness classes to keep participants engaged and motivated.
• Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.

• Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
• Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
• Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
• Promoted positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
• Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
• Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
• Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
• Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
• Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
• Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
• Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure smooth integration into team.
• Assisted development and implementation of new administrative procedures.
• Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
• Collaborated on special projects as assigned by leadership, contributing research findings or coordinating event logistics as needed for success.
• Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and office software updates to maximize efficiency in administrative tasks.
• Managed department budgets and generated financial reports for management review.
• Managed phone and email correspondence.
• Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
• Liaised between clients and vendors and maintained effective lines of communication.
• Greeted every guest with personable approach and provided knowledgeable service.
• Ensured accurate student records by diligently maintaining and updating information in database.
• Monitored enrollment processes to meet regulations and accreditation standards.
• Maintained positive relationships with faculty members to facilitate seamless coordination on course offerings, schedules, and other academic matters impacting students'' experiences.
• Reduced errors in transcript processing through careful attention to detail while entering grades into appropriate system.
• Promoted adherence to FERPA regulations by implementing strict confidentiality protocols when handling sensitive student information.
• Managed diverse team of professionals within registrar''s office, promoting collaboration and optimal performance toward shared objectives.
• Upheld HIPAA regulations and standards for protecting patient information.