Latesha (Tesh) Smith
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
An experienced sport and recreation professional recognised for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialised skills in fitness program development, customer service and sport coordination. Successful in working with clients to reach attain their fitness goals and committed to providing an excellent service to increase sports participation in the community. Strongly believes health and physical activity is key improving overall wellbeing.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Fitness Advisor
University Recreation, Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington
09.2022 - 08.2024
- More autonomy with overseeing the day-to-day operations of our fitness facilities, such as onboarding new staff, and completing regular health and safety checks.
- Continued Fitness Advisor responsibilities include teaching one-on-one clients and group fitness classes.
- Created promotional materials highlighting upcoming programs, events, and initiatives offered at the facility.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, maintaining records, writing newsletters, and reporting.
- Facilitated workshops related to educating members on proper lifting techniques, so they could safely and confidently attain their goals.
- Promoted and sold gym memberships, personal training services, and group exercise classes.
- Worked with the managerial team to develop sales strategies and fitness delivery plans.
- Coordinated the VUW Running Hub, which supported committed and performing runners, by organizing development opportunities through workshops, seminars, and guest speaker events.
- Worked with internal and external stakeholders who supported the VUW Running Hub.
- Maintained accurate records of athlete participation and performance.
- Monitored budgets to ensure sufficient funds were allocated for development opportunities.
Fitness Advisor
University Recreation, Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington
12.2021 - 09.2022
- Provided one-on-one fitness consultations to clients, including assessing individual goals and designing customized exercise regimens.
- Conducted group fitness classes, such as HIIT and Core and Stretching, to help participants achieve their health and wellness objectives.
- Developed relationships with personal training clients to motivate them to reach their fitness goals.
- Organised fitness and wellbeing events such as step challenges, and staff wellness month to increase community engagement and promote physical activity.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of the facility to create a welcoming and safe environment for members.
Coach
Anytime Fitness Kent Terrace
03.2020 - 11.2021
- Conducted assessments to evaluate clients' current physical condition, strength, flexibility, and body composition.
- Educated clients about the benefits of regular exercise and healthy eating habits.
- Scheduled appointments with clients and communicated effectively with them via phone or email.
- Developed personalized fitness programs for clients based on their individual goals and needs.
- Led small group training classes, providing motivation to participants.
- Regularly created educational content for social media.
- Assisted in membership sales and outreach through lead generation in the community.
Intern
Unirec Gym, University of Waikato
07.2019 - 10.2019
- While completing my university degree, I was fortunate to gain an internship opportunity at the Unirec Gym during my last semester. This included working with and shadowing the Exercise Physiologist, who led the 'Medifit' program. This program was designed to create safe and relevant exercise programs for clients who suffer from chronic illnesses, disease, and injury. I was given first-hand experience on how to conduct an exercise prescription consultation, prescribe necessary exercises, and build genuine and empathetic relationships with clients.
Education
Bachelor of Health, Sport and Human Performance - Human Performance Science
12.2019
Skills
- Relationship building
- Process-driven
- Customer Engagement
- Project and event coordination
- Communication and Interpersonal Connection
- Adaptability
- Fitness Program Management
- Facility Maintenance
- Sport Coordination
- Membership Sales
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
Professional Development Courses
· Courageous conversations – Paul Pringle
· Stress Management course – Paul Wood
· MH101 – Blueprint Learning
· Maia Masterclass – Paul Pringle
· Suicide Prevention – Dr Annette Beautrais
Hobbies
Outdoors, running, hockey, cooking and being with friends and family.
Accomplishments
- Earning a job promotion 10-months into my time with University Recreation at Victoria University of Wellington.
- Selection for the Maia Masterclass leadership course.
- Selected as a finalist for the Graduate Programme at Sport New Zealand.
- Invited to join the Golden Key Honour Society in 2020.
- Volunteer junior hockey coach in 2014 and 2015.
Certification
- · First Aid, Level 1 certificate – Red Cross New Zealand (expiry 15 Feb 2026)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Fitness Advisor
University Recreation, Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington
09.2022 - 08.2024
Fitness Advisor
University Recreation, Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington
12.2021 - 09.2022
Coach
Anytime Fitness Kent Terrace
03.2020 - 11.2021
Intern
Unirec Gym, University of Waikato
07.2019 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Health, Sport and Human Performance - Human Performance Science
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