1. Crystal Pole-Langdon

2. The City – Brampton’s Demographic
Population 452,000
Median age 32.9 years, growth of 3.8 % per year
Average household income $75,317
Growing city – northern boundaries are extending

3. Brampton’s Multiculturalism

4. The Organization – Active Living
Youth programming
Young senior/ Older adult activities/classes/programs
Niche markets – cancer recovery, cardiac rehab, therapeutic exercise
Family-based activity
Dance-based fitness classes/programs

5. My Experience with the City
Weight room supervision
Administrative duties, programming & marketing
Personal training
Group fitness (Spin, Cardio Fusion, Easy Fit, Kickboxing, Sit-to-Fit, Boot Camp, Body Sculpt)
Sport team training (Baseball)
Youth activities (Camps, Fitzone, local schools)
Special Events
Chat n’ Chai

6. My Career Interests My View Teaching Research & Learning
Personal Training
Group Fitness
Youth Recreation
My View
Fitness and recreation as preventative medicine – a proactive approach to health.
Providing positive opportunities for youth.
“To love what you do and feel that it matters - how could anything be more fun?" – Katherine Graham.

7. Zumbatomic® is a dance-fitness program similar to Zumba but designed exclusively for kids.
Kids learn cool dance steps and routines while listening to kid friendly songs.

8. Equalizer Training
The Equalizer is a multi -purpose and versatile piece of strength training equipment.
Classes incorporate cardio, strength, agility and core.
Classes are lead in a circuit training format.

9. Introductory Yoga A gentle introduction to yoga.
Great for beginners and the elderly.
Focus is on stretching and relaxation.
Excellent environment for developing proper technique and learning the asanas.

10. PLAY (Promoting Active Living for Youth)
Students participate in active living games.
Part of the Lifestyle Clinic at the Brampton Civic Hospital.
“Embracing a Healthy Lifestyle – Guidelines to Get You and Your Family Started.”
Placement project: workshop for parents
Exercise guidelines, sample workouts, major muscle groups, nutrition guidance, portion sizes, benefits of exercise & proper nutrition, Q & A session.

11. Likes & Challenges Likes: Challenges:
Rewarding working with children and helping people
Parents
Gaining more experience as a PT and FI by working with a wide variety of clientele and classes
Other instructors
Challenges:
Language barriers
Reorganization of management
Classes empty/classes too full

12. Thank you!
Any questions?