SOFIA POST
Coach. Mover. Artist. Learner.
Artistic Work
Current focus project: Utilizing vertical aerial apparatuses as a collaborative partner. Engaging with non circus artists to bridge the gap between the performance world of circus arts and other kinds of performing artists.
Movement Coaching
With nearly a decade one-on-one coaching experience I offer an array of coaching styles for a wide range of athletes. Whether you are a high performing athlete, a passionate hobbiest, or an absolute beginner, I can help you find a sustainable path to moving in a way you love.I believe that all humans with a body are athletes and each of us deserve to move at our best, for as long as possible. I am particularly motivated to work with the less common athletes (climbers, dancers, acrobats, ultra endurance athletes, etc.).Every time we move we get to add more data to our set of information and are able to use to increase our self awareness and internal understanding. The greater this data set, and the more expansive this awareness, the more we can access within ourselves to reach our physical potential.With online and in person options I am excited to connect with the outdoor and performance communities and help you reach your unique goals!
To inquire about movement coaching please email here
Contact
Contact me for private strength, mobility, endurance, or artistic coaching. Request information for booking performances. Reach out to work into a collaborative art space.
About Sofia
I am an avid mover, adventurer, performing artist and coach. I strive to guide people to develop a deeper understanding of themselves, their expectations and goals, their abilities and capacities to achieve what they desire.With a background in aerial and circus arts, climbing, and nordic skiing I combine endurance, effort and grace, to show people their capabilities.With a B.S in Exercise Science, 10+ years of coaching experience, clinical coaching and nutrition certifications, I am well equipped to guide you to whatever goal you have set for yourself next.Originally wanting to become a physical therapist, I recognized the gap between rehabilitation and performance coaching, and aim to work with individuals who fall in the gap of rehabilitation and performance. Gaining experience in clinical exercise training, and division 1 strength and conditioning, I acquired the skills, knowledge necessary to assist my clients who strive to overcome their setbacks and perform at a level that ensures optimal enjoyment of whatever they are engaging with.Specializing in shoulder, back and knee rehabilitation, I will work directly with your care team to take you from functional to performance in a reasonable timeline.
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Education and Certifications
**Bachelor of Science Exercise Science - Simmons University - **Class of 2023
Certified Personal Trainer - NASM
200 HR RYT - Kripalu, Yoga Alliance
Certified Nutrition Coach - NASM
CPR and BLS - RED CROSS
Human Research and Good Clinical Practices - CITI
Non-Violent Communication TrainingProfessional Experience
Esh Circus Arts - adult and youth coach, yoga teacher, studio administrator
Created youth and adult circus based programming to teach entry and intermediate programming for recreational students. Provided hands on spotting, safety briefings, self awareness assessments, individual specifications depending on injury and other circumstances related to students physical proportions, capabilities and awareness.
Cultivated a collaborative learning environment and community space oriented around interpersonal accountability. Created a safe to fail environment for all class participants.
Jan 2024 - PresentBoston Bouldering Project - personal trainer, group exercise coach, community arts coordinator
Cultivate person centric relationships that resulted in a trust based client-coach relationship. See clients through intense build up for races, projects, physique and performance based goals, to injury rehabilitation and functional movement re-patterning. Developed periodized programming based on individualized goals.
Created a dedicated community of regular members who show enthusiastic participation and committed attendance to training sessions.
Sept 2024 - PresentBodyScapes Fitness - clinical trial personal trainer, group exercise coach, yoga teacher
Expanded DOD partnership study with Beth Israel Hospital to offer more participant availability. Maintained stellar records and curated individual relationships that supported subject retention and accountability for more accurate results. Re-programmed group exercise offerings to general members in small group training and one-on-one sessions that supported both strength and condition sessions as well as assisted stretch therapy sessions to support recovery.
Sept 2023 - Sept 2024StretchMed Back Bay - stretch therapist and yoga instructor
Mastered company stretch routine and tailored it to individual clients based on specific needs. Developed client reach and expanded business sales. Created professional relationships that provided wellness support to increase client wellbeing.
Spear headed the growth of this branches social media presence to facilitate company growth and community outreach and connection to serve businesses in the area.
Sept 2023 - Sept 2024YMCA of Greater Boston - personal trainer
Developed personal training expertise while growing client business through the effective application of relevant exercise principles. Heightened company standards of community development. Saw a 90% retention rate of associated clients. Provided mentorship to fellow up-and-coming trainers to better serve the greater company mission.
Sept 2020 - June 2023Internships
Spaulding Rehab Hospital - Adaptive Spots Associate
Summer 2023
Adapted cycling, kayaking, pickle ball, yoga, and hiking to physically and mentally empared individulas. Promoted community for in and out patient participants. Managed equipment and upheld safety standards.Northeastern University - Intern Sports Data Analyst and Strength and Conditioning Coach
Spring 2023
Collected and tracked sport-specific data for all associated Division 1 teams at Northeastern University. Created reports of progress and regress to Strength and Conditioning team. Provided emotional guidance for specific athletes based on their data progressions and regressions. Maintained organizational standards for data research and analysis. Developed independent coaching abilitiesNix Biosensor - data analyst and validation intern
Fall 2022
Supported R&D for a successful fitness wearable start up. Was responsible for doing on sight data validation for participants in aerobic based fitness classes and organizing relevant data into presentable content for my supervisor to present to CEO and other parties invested in the company.
ATHENA
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FINDING JOY
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Nutrition Coaching
Nutrition is one of the greatest challenges of wellness and often requires significant support. Through one-on-one coaching nutrition can become the catalyst of your goals and be the reason you excel for decades to come.
To inquire about nutrition coaching please email here
