Napoleon Benoit II, M.S.

Experience

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  The University of Southern Mississippi - Payne Center

  Jan 2012 - Jun 2012

  Intern for Fitness Assessment Center

  As staff support for the Payne Center, I performed the following tasks:Nutrition analysisBaseline fitness assessmentsBody compositionsWrote and filmed fitness tips for students and staffAided in planning of wellness related events

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  Anatomies

  Aug 2012 - Dec 2012

  Intern for Gateway Weight Loss Program

  For the participants of the Gateway program, I did the following:- Body composition- Exercise prescription implementation, adherence, and augmentation- Risk stratification

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  Self Employed

  Jun 2013 - Nov 2014

  Personal Trainer

  Specialized in:High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)Sport-specific conditioningPlyometricsOlympic liftingFlexibility trainingNutritional analysis

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  Dryades YMCA

  Dec 2014 - Dec 2021

  Wellness/Aquatics Coordinator, Personal Trainer

  As the Coordinator and Personal Trainer at the YMCA Wellness Center and Aquatics Facility, I am responsible for ensuring safe and clean facilities and equipment, creating a positive experience for members, supervising the staff, and developing programming that promotes a healthy lifestyle for members and the surrounding Central City New Orleans community. I develop and implement fitness classes, personal training, and wellness events for children, teens, adults, and seniors. Additionally, I complete special projects as requested by the CEO of the Dryades YMCA.Membership and Programs-Develop marketing campaigns to promote a healthy lifestyle or participation in fitness and wellness programs (e.g. Summer Camp, annual Healthy Kids Day, health screenings)-Field complaints from members and develop a solution that is swift, responsive, and actionable-Solicit and supervise sponsors, vendors, and community instructors for special events (e.g. Healthy Kids Day)-Create programs to showcase the facility during special events (e.g. Healthy Kids Day)-Aid in the creation of the Dryades YMCA STEM and SWIM summer camp, featuring daily swim lessons for participantsFacilities and Equipment-Perform routine inspections of the facilities to make sure they are up to code with health and safety regulations -Maintain and/or arrange for maintenance of fitness equipment and facilities-Select and purchase fitness equipment for Wellness CenterStaffing-Hire and train staff for the front desk and fitness classes-Ensure a professional staff through one-on-one development and recommendations for professional development opportunities-Monitor and track fitness center peak usage for staffing purposesAquatics Center-Assessed current aquatics operations, including areas for improvement, and presented recommendations to CEO-Coordinate group and individual swim lessons-Perform routine inspections of the pool to make sure they are up to code with health and safety regulations Show less

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  Dryades Ymca James Singleton

  Jan 2019 - Dec 2021

  Health And Wellness Director
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  New Orleans JCC

  Dec 2021 - now

  • Supervised and coordinated a team of 40+ fitness professionals to deliver high-quality personal training and group exercise programs, enhancing member satisfaction.• Designed and launched innovative fitness programs tailored to various fitness levels, increasing member participation and engagement.• Managed full-spectrum budget control, payroll processing, and staffing to ensure efficient operations and strategic development of fitness programs.

  • Manager of Fitness Experience and Programming

    May 2024 - now

  • Manager of Fitness Experience and Outreach

    Dec 2021 - Sept 2024