Tess Rutherford
Terrigal,NSW
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate fitness professional with extensive experience in women's health, notably as Owner Operator at Zip Up Your Purse Pelvic Floor & Core. Excelled in creating tailored training programs and fostering client relationships. Skilled in sports massage therapy and program development, demonstrating motivational prowess and a commitment to timely, personalized care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner Operator
Zip Up Your Purse Pelvic Floor & Core
02.2015 - 12.2019
- Head trainer teaching pilates, barre, resistance training and bodyweight based classes designed to optimize women's health.
- Provided personalized individual and group training for women of all ages.
- Specializing in Pelvic Floor and Core training for teens, post partum, perimenopausal, menopausal and elderly women
- Individually designed weightloss and training programs.
- Incorporated mobility and flexibility into daily plans for pain management.
- Developed and nurtured lasting relationships with my clients, through kindness, understanding and support.
- Gave a lot of love.
Operations Manager/Head Personal Trainer
Concept 42 Gym
01.2015 - 12.2019
- Day to day running of the gym and the associated staff.
- Taught over 30 classes per week starting at 5am
- Empowered employees to take ownership of themselves and celebrate their individual gifts
- Organised community fundraisers and events
Sports Massage Therapist
NRL
11.2012 - 11.2017
- Improved client athletic performance by providing targeted sports massage therapy sessions.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to create comprehensive care plans for athletes, ensuring optimal recovery and performance enhancement.
- Maintained a professional yet approachable demeanor, fostering trust and rapport with clients.
- Contributed to the overall success of the practice by assisting with administrative tasks when necessary.
Sports Massage Therapist
Total Health Brookvale
03.2013 - 02.2016
- Educated clients on the importance and benefits of regular sports massage therapy as part of their overall lifestyle.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to create comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal recovery.
- Increased referral rates from satisfied clients through consistent provision of high-quality sports massage therapy services.
- Developed strong relationships with local coaches and trainers to promote collaboration and referrals between organizations for mutual benefit.
Program Development Manager
Jenny Craig Weight Loss
02.2010 - 07.2011
- Designed individually tailored weightloss programmes
- Supported clients during Weekly weigh ins
- Trained new Jenny Craig recruits
- Ongoing training with JC dietitions
- Mentored team members for professional development, resulting in increased productivity and job satisfaction.
- Collaborated with various teams to uncover issues, identify applicable solutions, and offer guidance.
- Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
Education
Diploma of Counselling - Counselling With Advanced Majors
AIPC
Parramatta, NSW01-2025
Studio Pilates - Mat, Reformer And Studio Pilates
Polestar Pilates
Balgowlah, NSW12-2015
Certificate III & IV Fitness / Massage Diploma - Fitness And Sports Massage
Australian Institute of Fitness
St Leonards, NSW07-2012
Skills
Honest and kind
Loyal and trustworthy
Fun and energetic
Motivational and non judgemental
Easy going but always on time
Hopeful and unique
Timeline
Owner Operator
Zip Up Your Purse Pelvic Floor & Core
02.2015 - 12.2019
Operations Manager/Head Personal Trainer
Concept 42 Gym
01.2015 - 12.2019
Sports Massage Therapist
Total Health Brookvale
03.2013 - 02.2016
Sports Massage Therapist
NRL
11.2012 - 11.2017
Program Development Manager
Jenny Craig Weight Loss
02.2010 - 07.2011
Diploma of Counselling - Counselling With Advanced Majors
AIPC
Studio Pilates - Mat, Reformer And Studio Pilates
Polestar Pilates
Certificate III & IV Fitness / Massage Diploma - Fitness And Sports Massage
Australian Institute of Fitness
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