Jeremy Leary
Wilmington,NC
Summary
Dedicated fitness professional with 10+ years of experience in personal training and group fitness instruction. Proven track record in designing tailored workout programs and leading engaging classes, resulting in improved client outcomes and retention. Skilled in team leadership and experienced in sales and marketing initiatives that drive business growth. Certified in multiple fitness disciplines, including Human Movement Science, Women's Fitness Specialist, Aqua Instructor, Strength & Sports Performance Coaching, committed to promoting health and fitness for all.
Qualified fitness professional with solid background in leadership and instruction. Successfully designed and led engaging fitness classes, fostering welcoming and motivating environment. Demonstrated expertise in aquatic exercise techniques and strong communication skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aqua Fitness Instructor
Foresight Fitness
Wilmington, NC
06.2025 - Current
- Design suitable workouts using the properties of water for balance, strength, cardio, and mobility
- Lead a safe, positive and engaging class
- Present clear instruction including modifications and progressions to ensure the ability for all fitness levels to participate
- Provide a fun, inclusive environment for all to enjoy
Personal Trainer
All Ways Fit
Wilmington, NC
08.2005 - Current
- Assessed clients to determine level of fitness and general wellness, enabling tailored training plans
- Guided individuals and groups to achieve personal fitness goals, resulting in improved well-being, weight loss, and lean muscle gain
- Delivered sport-specific training to enhance athletic performance for clients
- Maintained detailed logs to track each client’s progress, ensuring accountability and measurable results
- Created and modified custom workouts to adapt to personal lifestyles, increasing client retention
- Managed client accounts including scheduling and billing, streamlining administrative processes
- Drove business growth by overseeing sales and marketing initiatives
Ramp Agent/Courier
FedEx Express
Wilmington, NC
09.2013 - 09.2022
- Ensured all guidelines and safety procedures were followed as stated by ILM Airport security and TSA, maintaining compliance and safety
- Directed a team of 10–15 employees to efficiently unload freight from aircraft and coordinate with pilots for proper weight and balance, ensuring safe flights
- Collaborated with a small team to allocate stops to each individual, optimizing service delivery within allotted timeframes
- Mapped out and delivered all assigned stops before commit time, maintaining excellent customer service and on-time performance
Bike Technician/Fitness Lead
Dick's Sporting Goods
Wilmington, NC
10.2012 - 11.2014
- Fulfilled the company-defined customer experience by being a friendly, available, customer-focused, and excited team member, enhancing customer satisfaction
- Organized and displayed merchandise to company standards, improving store presentation and sales
- Utilized in-depth knowledge of equipment and information related to bicycle and fitness products to assist customers in making informed purchases
- Promoted company programs including warranty sales, scorecard, and private label credit card, increasing program participation
- Met Federal requirements for handling and processing firearm transactions by successfully completing a background check, ensuring compliance
- Conducted routine maintenance to ensure optimal bike performance and safety standards.
General Manager
Memphis Pizza Cafe
Memphis, TN
02.2006 - 07.2012
- Oversaw profit and overall success of the location, achieving record-high sales and profits
- Managed hiring, staff scheduling, inventory, payroll, and employee morale to ensure smooth operations
- Provided prompt solutions to problems presented by customers and employees, improving satisfaction and retention
- Conducted employee training to enhance team performance and service quality
- Interacted with customers to gather feedback and ensure customer loyalty, driving repeat business
- Balanced relationships between front and back of house employees, fostering teamwork
- Executed off-site advertising to increase brand awareness and attract new customers
- Supervised charity drives and fundraisers for local causes, strengthening community engagement
Head Coach Cross Country/ Distance Track
Saint Benedict at Auburndale High School
Memphis, TN
06.2002 - 05.2012
- Built a custom program enabling students to gain strength and increase fitness while instilling discipline, teamwork, and confidence
- Developed monthly and season-long schedules to ensure athletes were prepared to meet established goals
- Provided stability and served as a role model to high school students, emphasizing the importance of life balance
- Collaborated with multiple teams, schools, and local businesses on meets, co-practices, camps, and training, benefiting students and the community
- Increased team skills by integrating resistance and body weight training, endurance, agility, and stride mechanics, leading to improved performance
- Achieved a winning record including the first Regional Championship and successive years competing at the state meet
Skills
- Group fitness
- Balance and coordination training
- Program design
- Motivational techniques
- First aid & AED certified
- Communication
- Leadership and coaching
- Time management
Accomplishments
- Coached Cape Fear Women's Rugby Club to multiple successful seasons including post season appearances and tournament titles.
- Volunteer with Ocean Cure, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing their time towards at-risk, medically fragile youth and adults
- Once saved a drowning dog on the ICW while kayak fishing
Certification
FiTOUR Primary Aqua Fitness Instructor
NASM Group Personal Training Specialist
NASM Women's Fitness Specialist
NASM Neuromuscular Stretching
NASM Integrated Speed, Agility & Quickness Training
ASTI CPR & AED Certification
Timeline
Aqua Fitness Instructor
Foresight Fitness
06.2025 - Current
Ramp Agent/Courier
FedEx Express
09.2013 - 09.2022
Bike Technician/Fitness Lead
Dick's Sporting Goods
10.2012 - 11.2014
General Manager
Memphis Pizza Cafe
02.2006 - 07.2012
Personal Trainer
All Ways Fit
08.2005 - Current
Head Coach Cross Country/ Distance Track
Saint Benedict at Auburndale High School
06.2002 - 05.2012