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Suraj A. Yeshwantrao

101 Arunoday,Odhave Nagar, Borivali (East)

Summary

Experienced fitness professional with over eighteen years of extensive exposure to diverse health clubs, clients, and athletes. A self-motivated and proactive individual, demonstrating strong commitment, focus, and integrity in all tasks. Possesses a deep passion for fitness and personal growth, with a proven track record of setting high standards, embracing challenges, and consistently achieving results through determination and self-belief.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Freelance Travel Consultant

Travel Tours
10.2020 - Current
  • Travel Consultant with a strong passion for travel and exploration
  • Responsible for promoting and booking travel arrangements for both individual and corporate clients
  • Committed to enhancing client satisfaction through personalized service
  • Focused on growing a loyal and expanding client base through exceptional support and expertise.

Personal Trainer

CultFit
11.2023 - 09.2024
  • Strong knowledge of exercise science and human anatomy
  • Skilled in designing personalized and effective workout plans tailored to individual client needs
  • Proficient in a variety of training methods, including HIIT, circuit training, and functional exercises
  • Experienced in assessing clients' fitness levels and monitoring their progress over time to ensure goal achievement

Sales Manager/ Personal Trainer(Contract)

Just4Me / Life fitness pro
Ahmedabad
12.2022 - 10.2023
  • Operate a high-tech personal training studio, offering advanced fitness solutions.
  • Ensure full compliance with health and safety legislation within the club.
  • Deliver an exceptional and memorable customer experience to all members during every visit.
  • Manage daily sales reporting to consistently meet or exceed club sales targets.
  • Drive new member acquisition through strategic sales planning, in-reach, and outreach activities.
  • Support recruitment, hiring, training, and implementation of the onboarding program for all staff.

Manager

Tabono Fitness & wellness
Mumbai
04.2022 - 10.2022
  • Manage and oversee all aspects of the club’s daily operations, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning.
  • Responsible for the timely completion of all administrative tasks and reporting requirements.
  • Accountable for achieving all commercial targets set for the club.
  • Lead the recruitment, training, development, and performance management of fitness trainers and front-of-house staff.
  • Foster a supportive and inspiring team environment to drive operational excellence and deliver exceptional member service.

Sales Consultant

Transform
Mumbai
03.2018 - 09.2021
  • Generate sales through company and employee-sponsored outreach and promotional activities.
  • Create, implement, and promote special events in collaboration with regional marketing to drive new lead generation for the gym.
  • Responsible for consistently achieving monthly sales targets established by management.
  • Establish and maintain excellent client relationships to foster strong rapport and effective working partnerships.

Sales Consultant

X-Fitt
Powai
01.2017 - 12.2018
  • Generate external sales of fitness memberships, driving revenue growth.
  • Conduct facility tours and provide tailored guidance to prospective customers on suitable membership categories in alignment with company standards.
  • Sell memberships with integrity, ensuring clear and accurate communication of all relevant information.
  • Consistently achieve daily targets and key performance indicators (KPIs), including tour-to-sale conversion, calls to appointments, referrals, completed calls, and new lead generation.
  • Participate in weekly sales meetings as required, contributing relevant insights and updates on membership sales performance.

Premium Personal Trainer

Gold’s Gym
Mumbai
01.2016 - 12.2017
  • Deliver and implement high-level, effective fitness programs aligned with clients' goals.
  • Inspire and motivate clients who utilize Personal Training services to achieve their fitness objectives.
  • Ensure members receive exceptional customer service, including consistent follow-up and regular updates to their exercise programs.
  • Promote and encourage the utilization of all available facilities and exercise options.
  • Motivate clients to improve their diet and adopt healthier lifestyle habits.
  • Manage and monitor client progress to ensure achievement of agreed Personal Training session targets.

Fitness Manager

Maxsan Fitness Hub
Goa
02.2012 - 11.2016
  • Managed day-to-day operations and overall performance of health clubs within the assigned region.
  • Recruited, trained, motivated, and evaluated sales teams and fitness trainers to ensure high performance and service standards.
  • Collaborated with regional marketing teams to design, implement, and promote special events aimed at generating new member leads.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fitness trends and best practices to provide expert guidance to members and staff.
  • Motivated members to achieve their fitness goals and adopt a healthy lifestyle through personalized support and engagement.
  • Built and nurtured strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and long-term member retention.

Fitness Manager

Adot International Trading Plc.
01.2011 - 12.2012
  • Oversaw the operations of a state-of-the-art fitness club facility.
  • Managed the club’s revenue and expense targets to ensure financial efficiency.
  • Directed all program-related revenue and expense goals, supporting company initiatives and promotional strategies.
  • Implemented sales and marketing campaigns to drive new membership growth.
  • Recruited, trained, motivated, and evaluated a team of managers to ensure optimal performance.
  • Key Achievement: Acquired 1,000+ members within six months during the pre-opening phase.
  • Built and maintained strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and retention.

Fitness Manager

INCH BY INCH
Mumbai
01.2008 - 12.2011
  • Supervised and directed the training and development of gym sales staff.
  • Delivered high-quality personal fitness training sessions.
  • Consistently achieved monthly personal training targets.
  • Managed and regularly reviewed the fitness center's timetable to ensure optimal scheduling.
  • Established and maintained excellent client relationships, fostering strong professional rapport.
  • Developed effective working relationships across teams and locations, including Mumbai and Ethiopia.

Center Manager

BODYWISE
01.2006 - 12.2008
  • Managed state-of-the-art facilities of a premium fitness club, including group classes, spa, and salon services.
  • Drove membership growth by effectively promoting club and spa amenities.
  • Served as an enthusiastic and motivating representative of the club to foster a positive brand image.
  • Organized fitness events and campaigns to raise awareness and engagement within the community.
  • Oversaw program revenue and expense goals; implemented company programs and promotions to drive new membership leads.
  • Key Achievement: Successfully enrolled over 700 foreign delegates from various embassies in Ethiopia during the pre-launch phase of Body Wise.

Fitness Manager

Foothills Wellness Pvt.Ltd.
Mumbai
01.2005 - 12.2006
  • Designed and executed strategic corporate sales programs to drive business growth.
  • Established partnerships with banks, schools, housing societies, and corporate entities to expand membership base.
  • Ensured adherence to sales strategies during negotiations while maximizing upselling opportunities.
  • Led the Personal Training (PT) program to consistently meet and exceed revenue targets.
  • Organized events for in-house members and facilitated business development initiatives through strategic event planning.

Fitness Implementer

Foothills Wellness Pvt.Ltd.
Mumbai
01.2004 - 12.2006
  • Facilitated seamless coordination and one-level communication across team members to ensure smooth operations.
  • Supervised lead generation activities for the sales team through company-sponsored initiatives (e.g., walk-ins and promotional interactions) and employee-driven outreach efforts.
  • Conducted comprehensive fitness assessments to evaluate individual client needs and recommend appropriate training plans.
  • Drove personal training sales and focused on client retention through consistent follow-up and service excellence.

Sales Consultant/Personal Trainer

Exertech –Functional Fitness Services Pvt.Ltd.
Mumbai
01.2001 - 12.2003
  • Promote and generate sales leads for Exertech within assigned territories
  • Establish and maintain a robust referral network in collaboration with the sales team
  • Conduct physical fitness training sessions for individuals and groups
  • Deliver personalized training programs and perform comprehensive fitness assessments

Fitness Trainer

Figure In/ Zaf /Planet Health
Mumbai
01.1998 - 12.2001

Demonstrated activities by breaking tasks into sequential steps for better understanding.
Facilitated skill development by encouraging participants to gain knowledge and master techniques.
Delivered personalized training sessions tailored to individual needs and goals.
Performed additional related duties as assigned, ensuring smooth operational support.

Education

Commerce graduate -

Skills

  • Personalized Fitness Program Design
  • Strength and Conditioning Training
  • Cardiovascular Training Techniques
  • Weight Management and Body Composition Analysis
  • Functional Training
  • Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation Guidance
  • Motivational Coaching and Client Engagement
  • Exercise Physiology Knowledge

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 12/30/79

Certification

  • Certify Nutrition and Weight Management from Exercise science academy.
  • Certify Fitness Trainer from Progressive Fitness.
  • Certify Personal Trainer from American College of Sports Medicine.
  • Certified personal trainer and Aerobics trainer from TFA. (Talwalkar Fitness Academy)

Timeline

Personal Trainer

CultFit
11.2023 - 09.2024

Sales Manager/ Personal Trainer(Contract)

Just4Me / Life fitness pro
12.2022 - 10.2023

Manager

Tabono Fitness & wellness
04.2022 - 10.2022

Freelance Travel Consultant

Travel Tours
10.2020 - Current

Sales Consultant

Transform
03.2018 - 09.2021

Sales Consultant

X-Fitt
01.2017 - 12.2018

Premium Personal Trainer

Gold’s Gym
01.2016 - 12.2017

Fitness Manager

Maxsan Fitness Hub
02.2012 - 11.2016

Fitness Manager

Adot International Trading Plc.
01.2011 - 12.2012

Fitness Manager

INCH BY INCH
01.2008 - 12.2011

Center Manager

BODYWISE
01.2006 - 12.2008

Fitness Manager

Foothills Wellness Pvt.Ltd.
01.2005 - 12.2006

Fitness Implementer

Foothills Wellness Pvt.Ltd.
01.2004 - 12.2006

Sales Consultant/Personal Trainer

Exertech –Functional Fitness Services Pvt.Ltd.
01.2001 - 12.2003

Fitness Trainer

Figure In/ Zaf /Planet Health
01.1998 - 12.2001

Commerce graduate -

Suraj A. Yeshwantrao