AMY BAKER
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Passionate and Holistic Freelance Health and Fitness Professional aiming to make workouts fun and rewarding. Skilled in instructing clients on proper lifting techniques and educating clients on proper nutrition and hydration needs. Expertise Knowledge of women's Health and varying needs and requirements during the life cycle, including Pre and Post Natal and Menopause with 25 years experience in Healthcare.
Always prioritising safety adapting training to meet individual goals , delivering classes and sessions with energy and enthusiasm to motivate clients.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
8049
8049
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Personal Trainer and Coach
The Club
Abu Dhabi, UAE
10.2024 - Current
- Designed bespoke training programmes to enhance client fitness levels.
- Maintained high safety standards during all sessions, prioritising client welfare.
- Incorporated flexibility and mobility drills to improve clients' postural alignment.
- Assisted clients in achieving weight loss targets through strategic exercise planning.
- Provided tailored nutritional advice to boost client confidence.
- Utilised advanced equipment to optimise strength and conditioning sessions.
- Motivated clients during training sessions to maximise strength outcomes.
- Managed diary effectively to increase client bookings.
Licensed Menopause Expert
Menopause Experts Group
Abu Dhabi
06.2024 - Current
- Undertook through extensive training programme to deliver Expert menopause advise and services to clients or cooperations
- Work collaboratively with experts internationally in line with UK Health Guidelines for menopausal women
- 5 years experience assessing and managing perimenopausal clients including prescribing Hormone Replacement Therapy
Fitness Instructor and Personal Training Courses
The Health and Fitness Institute
London, United Kingdom
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Built positive relationships with clients to encourage continued gym and class attendance.
- Motivated and enthused participants to reach fitness goals through positive reinforcement.
- Developed high-quality training programmes using up-to-date health, fitness and nutrition knowledge.
- Planned programmes incorporating appropriate warm ups and cool downs , using a range of cardiovascular exercises and resistance training for endurance , strength and power training.
- Explained exercises clearly to help clients move safely with maximum effort and results, including undertaking individual and group gym induction.
- Planned and delivered group fitness and training sessions.
- Advised clients about nutrition-related behaviour change to support goal achievement.
Advanced Nurse Practitioner
NHS
Buckinghamshire , United Kingdom
11.2009 - 01.2024
- Assessed patients' condition, swiftly creating and implementing individual care plans.
- Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
- Interpreted various diagnostic tests and clinical procedures with meticulous attention to detail to develop helpful insights.
- Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.
- Delivered care in line with clinical guidelines for continued practice compliance.
- Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.
- Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
- Diagnosed and treated patients attending primary health care services with range of acute and non-acute medical conditions.
- Managed caseloads of up to 80 Menopause patients.
Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist
NHS
Peterborough , United Kingdom
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Performed health assessments and designed specialised treatment plans.
- Administered medication and treatment for patients according to care plans.
- Hired, trained and supervised staff to maintain health and safety standards.
- Oversaw staff training and education, conducting reflective practice sessions guarantee all intervention was effective and evidence-based.
- Maintained cost control by coordinating resources in line with clinical needs.
- Enforced infection-control sanitisation procedures to reduce risks.
- Coordinated care across large wards based on patient priorities and requests.
- Positively actioned feedback and complaints within prescribed timescales.
Staff Nurse / Sister
NHS
London, United Kingdom
08.2001 - 01.2006
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
Education
Sound Healer - Health and Wellness
Sound Yoga International Singing Bowls School
UAE 02/2024 - 02/2024
Level 3 Pre and Post Natal Fitness - Fitness
The Health and Fitness Institute
London 06/2024 - 10/2024
Diploma in Personal Training ( Practitioner) - Level 3 Fitness
YMCA The Health and Fitness Institute
London 03/2024 - 09/2024
Level 2 Fitness Instructor - Fitness
The Health and Fitness Institute YMCA
London April 2024/2024 - 08.2024
MSC - Advanced Nursing Practice
Anglia Ruskin University
United Kingdom September 2010 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing -Cancer Care
Kingston University
London , UK June 2004 - 08.2006
Diploma of Education - Nursing
University of Nottingham
United Kingdom August 1998 - 08.2001
Skills
- First aid and CPR
- Registered UK Nurse
- Advanced communication skills
- Menopause Expert License
- Fitness Instruction and Personal Training Diploma
- Personal training and coaching
- Group and individual instruction
- Diet and nutrition advice
- Pre and Post Natal Training
- Posture and Health assessment
- Resistance training
- Weight training
- Circuit training
- Safety and risk management
- Exercise class design
- Sound Healing and Vibro Acoustic Massage
Languages
Arabic
Beginner
Timeline
Personal Trainer and Coach
The Club
10.2024 - Current
Licensed Menopause Expert
Menopause Experts Group
06.2024 - Current
Fitness Instructor and Personal Training Courses
The Health and Fitness Institute
04.2024 - 10.2024
Advanced Nurse Practitioner
NHS
11.2009 - 01.2024
Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist
NHS
01.2006 - 01.2010
Staff Nurse / Sister
NHS
08.2001 - 01.2006
Sound Healer - Health and Wellness
Sound Yoga International Singing Bowls School
02/2024 - 02/2024
Level 3 Pre and Post Natal Fitness - Fitness
The Health and Fitness Institute
06/2024 - 10/2024
Diploma in Personal Training ( Practitioner) - Level 3 Fitness
YMCA The Health and Fitness Institute
03/2024 - 09/2024
Level 2 Fitness Instructor - Fitness
The Health and Fitness Institute YMCA
April 2024/2024 - 08.2024
MSC - Advanced Nursing Practice
Anglia Ruskin University
September 2010 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing -Cancer Care
Kingston University
June 2004 - 08.2006
Diploma of Education - Nursing
University of Nottingham
August 1998 - 08.2001