Ioana Grant

Experience

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  North York Aquatic Club

  May 2006 - May 2012

  Certified Skills Coach - Swimming

  *Created seasonal plans and conducted weekly practices to successfully improve swimmers’ physical fitness, technical proficiency and psychological dimension*Distributed information packages to parents and swimmers, along with nutritional and physical activity advice from Canada’s Food and Physical Activity Guides*Organized meetings with parents and swimmers to inform them of club policies and training objectives; addressed misunderstandings and resolved conflicts in one-on-one meetings

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  City of Toronto, Mayfair Club

  Sept 2006 - Jun 2013

  Certified Aquafitness Instructor

  *Designed and implemented exercise programs to reduce joint pain, rehabilitate injured muscles, and improve overall strength by applying up-to-date techniques from WaterArt Fitness International*Proactively modified Aquafit classes to fit individual participant needs, based on their history of injuries and water-comfort level*Created promotional pamphlets for water-walking programs, promoted fundraising Aquathon events, and advised participants regarding the benefits of physical activity*Welcomed and addressed feedback regarding program design and class environment Show less

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  Bayview Rehabilitation Clinic

  Oct 2008 - Oct 2010

  Certified Kinesiologist

  *Assisted registered physiotherapist with the administration of IFC, LASER, ultrasound and heat/cold treatment*Explained, demonstrated and corrected essential rehabilitative exercises to patients, while keeping record of strength improvement and pain reduction*Maintained an empathetic and client-centred attitude, in order to aid patients’ recovery process

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  Ioana Popescu - Registered Business

  Mar 2009 - Jul 2013

  Personal Fitness Professional

  *Established personalized physical activity plans for clients with history of motor vehicle accidents, soft tissue injuries and chronic syndromes such as RSDS and Post-Polio Syndrome *Assisted clients with goal setting and exercise preferences using questionnaires; collaborated with clients’ physiotherapists and physicians for approval of exercise programs and protocols*Incorporated cardiovascular, resistance, flexibility and balance components in exercise programs, successfully strengthening clients’ bodies, improving self-image and changing lifestyle patterns Show less

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  To Wellness Inc.

  Dec 2013 - now

  Managing Director

  *Offered high-quality and enjoyable programs such as aquatherapy, aquafitness, swimming lessons, and outdoor/indoor rehabilitation and fitness *Developed marketing and awareness strategies through promotions, client incentive programs and community education*Worked alongside business and health professionals to ensure consistent client participation, community program success and transparent accounting practices