Chandrakanth Kolanu (Chandra)
Burnaby
Summary
Passionate and results-driven personal trainer with strong experience designing and delivering customized fitness programs for individuals and groups. Skilled in leading high-energy online classes and one-on-one sessions that keep clients consistent, motivated, and goal-focused. Expert in creating sustainable routines for fat loss, muscle gain, performance, and overall well-being. Known for fostering a motivational environment while emphasizing safety, technique, and long-term progress. Experienced in coaching all fitness levels with a growth mindset and a focus on client engagement and satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Personal Trainer
Independent Personal Trainer
Burnaby
01.2023 - Current
- Creating motivational personal training programs to encourage healthy lifestyle choices.
- Collects and reviews the PAR-Q+ and Health History questionnaire.
- Demonstrates OARS skills to understand client goals.
- Conducts passive and dynamic assessments, both online and offline, based on client goals.
- Creates a periodization plan by incorporating mesocycle type and length appropriate for client goals.
- Experience in creating periodization plans across a 52-week macrocycle by using appropriate periodization models, FITT principles for - resistance training and cardio.
- Design personalized workout programs incorporating mobility, stability, main lifts, supplemental exercises, and accessory exercises.
- Guides clients through exercises via video demonstrations and clear instructions on proper setup, range of motion, and posture, adapted for online delivery.
- Provides weekly program updates and conducts check-in calls to ensure accountability, motivation, and alignment with the client’s goals.
- Offers exercise modifications and flags contraindicated movements based on weekly reassessments and client feedback.
- Progresses or regresses exercises strategically, depending on individual performance and progress markers.
- Tracks client progress using virtual assessments for body composition, cardiovascular health, muscular endurance, and overall fitness levels.
Online Fitness Coach
Breathe Well-being
11.2024 - 04.2025
- Conducted 1-on-1 Zoom onboarding calls to assess health metrics (BMI, blood glucose, HbA1c), identify medical conditions or physical limitations, and understand individual fitness goals.
- Assigned tailored fitness plans or live Zoom sessions based on client goals (weight loss, muscle gain, diabetes reversal), availability, and preferences.
- Delivered screen-share walkthroughs of the Breathe Well-being app, highlighting session access, progress tracking, and in-app exercise plans.
- Educated clients on hypoglycemia signs and responses, while emphasizing three core daily tasks: live/app-based workouts, post-meal movement (e.g., Nitric Oxide Dump), and step goals.
- Conducted structured follow-up calls to review adherence, resolve challenges, and adjust training plans, ensuring ongoing motivation and accountability.
- Led high-energy live group classes (strength training and strength conditioning), engaging 20+ participants per session with consistent energy and form guidance.
- Built a tight-knit fitness community via a WhatsApp group of 50+ athletes by sharing daily motivation, technique tips, and personalized support.
- Received standout feedback for delivering motivational sessions, giving real-time form corrections in group settings, and helping clients push their limits safely.
- Demonstrated proper exercise technique adaptable to various skill levels, ensuring confident, safe training from home.
- Boosted retention by reinforcing fitness benefits on calls, and cultivating strong client relationships through personalized encouragement.
Asst. Department Manager
Whole Foods Market by Amazon
North Vancouver
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Team Leadership: Directed a team of over 30 members, overseeing hiring, training, and development processes. Reduced employee turnover by enhancing team morale and successfully hiring over 7 new team members, resulting in a more cohesive and motivated workforce.
- Employee Empowerment: Cultivated a supportive work environment, leading to individual productivity improvements ranging from 10% to 40% and achieving an 8/10 compliance rating with quality standards.
- Supervision and Development: Mentored 3 supervisors and 3 team trainers, helping them surpass departmental goals along with new team members.
- Customer Satisfaction: Optimized production processes to address seasonal demands, attaining a 95% customer satisfaction rate.
- Vendor Relations: Established and maintained strong partnerships with vendors, leading to a 25% reduction in supply chain disruptions.
Production Supervisor
Fresh Prep
Vancouver
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Project Leadership: Led multiple projects from start to finish, improving process efficiency, and reducing bottlenecks.
- Scheduling: Managed schedules for over 50 employees, effectively reducing labor shortages by outsourcing more than 17 team members through staffing agencies.
- Labor Optimization: Tracked labor hours and optimized shift productivity, aligning with daily schedules and inventory needs for 29,419 to 44,712 orders/week.
- Root Cause Analysis: Investigated and resolved over 3 process issues per month, leading to smoother operations and fewer disruptions.
- Safety Protocols: Conducted pre-shift huddles to enforce GMP and safety guidelines, decreasing incident rates.
- Performance Reviews: Created review templates that increased employee engagement, resulting in 17 more team members receiving recognition for their contributions through accurate evaluations.
- HR Collaboration: Managed hiring for increased production volumes by recruiting over 15 team members in 3 months, which significantly improved process output through targeted performance improvement initiatives.
- Project Involvement: Participated in projects like outsourcing and system transitions, enhancing production flow.
- KPI Monitoring: Reduced gift card issuance by 60% through effective KPI monitoring and productivity support.
- Stakeholder Relations: Strengthened relationships with supervisors and suppliers, improving communication and process changes.
- Team Coordination: Worked with Health & Safety, Warehouse, and QA teams to reduce quality costs and improve material handling.
Membership Specialist/Fitness Consultant
Gold's Gym
Hyderabad
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Sold gym memberships by offering various packages based on the potential client's needs and preferences.
- Maintained around 80 existing client accounts, and made sure they were properly handled.
- Supported individual fitness journeys with one-on-one instruction for proper exercise technique and machine setup.
- Inspected and prepared gym equipment to make sure it was clean and safe before classes.
- Supervised a wide range of administrative and customer service activities to resolve customer issues efficiently and quickly.
Education
Certified Personal Training Specialist -
Canfitpro
CPR/AED Certification -
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) -
PMI
Graduate in Operations Management - Quality Management certification with distinction
BCIT (British Columbia Institute of Technology)
Bachelor of Commerce (B.com) -
Osmania University
Hyderabad, IndiaSkills
- Personal training & program design
- Group fitness instruction & client engagement
- Strength training & functional movement
- Cardiovascular conditioning
- Weight management & nutritional guidance
- Fitness assessment & goal setting
- Time management & task prioritization
- Communication & customer service
- Problem-solving & organizational skills
- Collaborative leadership & growth mindset
- Proficient in Trainerize, MS Office & Google Workspace
Languages
Telugu
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
French
Beginner (A1)
A1
Affiliations
- Strength and mobility training
- Outdoor running (currently training for a marathon)
- Listening to podcasts on wellness, entrepreneurship, and self-development
- Music and long drives
Timeline
Online Fitness Coach
Breathe Well-being
11.2024 - 04.2025
Asst. Department Manager
Whole Foods Market by Amazon
08.2023 - 05.2024
Independent Personal Trainer
Independent Personal Trainer
01.2023 - Current
Production Supervisor
Fresh Prep
09.2021 - 12.2022
Membership Specialist/Fitness Consultant
Gold's Gym
01.2017 - 06.2018
Certified Personal Training Specialist -
Canfitpro
CPR/AED Certification -
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) -
PMI
Graduate in Operations Management - Quality Management certification with distinction
BCIT (British Columbia Institute of Technology)
Bachelor of Commerce (B.com) -
Osmania University
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