Kris Cameron

Kris Cameron

YMCA Metro Fitness Director to Marion Branch Executive Director. Trim Kids Program Coordinator,

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Health & Fitness Professional 20+ years of experience

  • Education

    • Upper Iowa University

      2021 - 2024
      Master of Science - MS Mental Health Counseling/Counselor

      Activities and Societies: American Counseling Association member

    • Upper Iowa University

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      Bachelor of Science Social Science
  • Experience

    • Cedar Rapids Metro YMCA

      May 2002 - Dec 2012
      YMCA Metro Fitness Director to Marion Branch Executive Director. Trim Kids Program Coordinator,

      Began at the YMCA as a Personal Trainer. Promoted within a year to Fitness Director. Promoted within three years to Marion Branch Director.Responsible for all aspects of YMCA fitness programming and staffing.Trim Kids program coordinator collaborating with Mercy Medical Center. Coordinated fitness classes at all three YMCA branches.Responsible for hiring and supervising fitness center staff and instructors.Planned and prepared yearly budget of fitness department.Instructed classes when needed and provided personal training services.Worked with community agencies to provide fitness related information to the public.Planned and implemented on-site Phase Four Cardiac Rehab program with St. Luke's Hospital.Organized special events and incentive programs.Fitness Testing administration including blood pressure, BMI, Waist/Hip, body fat caliper testing, cardiorespiratory, strength and flexibility.Managed Marion branch, supervising Fitness Director, Aquatic Director, and Sports Director.Experience with budgeting and fund-raising in a not-for-profit setting. Show less

    • UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's

      Apr 2007 - Nov 2007
      Physical Therapy Technician

      Assisted Physical Therapists and professional staff with all aspects of in-patient and out-patient care.Organized and updated therapy schedules. Transcription of medical records for physical therapy department. Daily housekeeping and inventory of supplies and equipment.

    • Mercy Medical Center

      Nov 2007 - Feb 2010
      Health and Fitness Coordinator

      Provided supervision, personal training and exercise instruction at certified Medical Fitness Association fitness center. Group exercise instruction included Group Strength, Kickboxing, Arthritis Exercise, and Bones Up Exercise for Osteoporosis.Prepared, mailed and compiled results of monthly member retention surveys.Attended health fairs to promote facility and provide health screenings.Organized and provided fitness and health presentations to the community.Interviewed, recruited, trained and supervised college Interns.Worked with on-site physical therapists, cardiac, and pulmonary rehabilitation technicians to provide on-going care of patients. Show less

    • ReNu Your Life NeuroWellness

      Dec 2010 - now

      Empowering body and mind for ages 50 and better. Chronic disease and post-rehabilitation fitness. Mental health = physical health. Accredited, Certified personal training and wellness coaching by Kris Cameron in the IC/CR area. Empowering body and mind for individuals with chronic conditions.

      • Owner & Founder

        Jan 2010 - now
      • Independent Personal Trainer/Wellness Educator

        Dec 2010 - Apr 2022
    • Kirkwood Community College

      Sept 2011 - May 2013
      Continuing Education Instructor

      Teach health, wellness, and fitness programs though the Adult Continuing Education department.

    • American Parkinson's Disease Association Iowa Chapter

      Jan 2014 - Apr 2017
      Board Member

      The Iowa Chapter is the state chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA), located in Staten Island, New York and was founded in 2003. We strive to help any Iowan who is impacted by Parkinson’s disease through various programming, support groups, educational conferences and symposiums and our Information & Referral Center. We hold various fundraisers throughout the year that support these endeavors and Parkinson’s research.

    • MedFit Network

      Mar 2014 - Oct 2024
      Member

      The Medical Fitness Network is designed to provide those with chronic medical conditions a resource to find the most qualified fitness & healthcare professionals. Members of the board strive to recognize fitness and healthcare professionals with exemplary training, which creates a strong multidisciplinary network. The advisory board, along with our industry experts, provides the educational content found on the Medical Fitness Network’s website. Our advisory board consists of fitness & healthcare professionals who are passionate about a national network that serves the community & patient organizations, and creates a strong collegial relationship among various fitness & healthcare partners. Show less

    • CEDAR RAPIDS METRO PARKINSON'S ASSOCIATION

      Oct 2017 - now
      • Co-Founder & Director

        Oct 2017 - now
      • Volunteer Program Director

        Oct 2017 - Oct 2017
    • OmniHealing Psychotherapy

      Sept 2024 - now
      Mental Health Counselor
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Arthritis Exercise Instructor

      Arthritis Foundation
    • Certified Personal Trainer

      American Council on Exercise
    • Golf Conditioning Specialist

      GMP Fitness
    • Kickboxing Instructor

      Aerobics and Fitness Association of America
    • Youth Fitness Specialist

      YMCA
    • Delay the Disease - Exercise for Parkinson's Disease instructor

      Delay the Disease
      May 2012
    • Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention

      Tai Chi for Health Institute
      May 2015
    • Functional Aging Specialist

      Functional Aging Institute
    • Intro to Incident Command System

      FEMA
      Feb 2022
    • Contact Tracer

      The Johns Hopkins University
      Sept 2020
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Ambassador

      Issued by Parkinson's Foundation
      Parkinson's FoundationAssociated with Kris Cameron
    • Aware In Care Ambassador

      Issued by Parkinson's Foundation on Jan 2019
      Parkinson's FoundationAssociated with Kris Cameron
    • Heartland Chapter Mission & Outreach Committee

      Issued by Parkinson's Foundation on Jan 2020
      Parkinson's FoundationAssociated with Kris Cameron
    • Make It Ok Ambassador

      Issued by Iowa Healthiest State Initiative on Jan 2021
      Iowa Healthiest State InitiativeAssociated with Kris Cameron
    • Board Member

      Issued by Iowa Chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Association on Jul 2014
      Iowa Chapter of the American Parkinson Disease AssociationAssociated with Kris Cameron
    • Advisory Board Member

      Issued by Medical Fitness Network on Mar 2014
      Medical Fitness NetworkAssociated with Kris Cameron