Jessica Potter

Passionate about helping clients strengthen their bodies for functional living with all types of exercise formats. Strong background with Dance, Active/Gentle Yoga, Pilates and Strength Training.

Bio

I am a Native Californian and have a heart for helping others staying active and fit.

God blessed me with a husband, children, and grandchildren. My Fitness Journey began 40 years ago, My Modern Dance teacher encouraged me to audition for The High School Dance Production Team. I made the team and was also a Song (cheer) Leader. I choreographed and taught dance routines to other performers. Four years of demanding work and dedication My dance teacher awarded me a dance scholarship (1986). 

I continued to develop my skills achieving certifications with AFAA (2005) and NASM (2009) as a Group Exercise Instructor and Certified Personal Trainer, while creating Youth Dance Production Teams to perform at OC. Fair Grounds (multiple routines & dance rhythms), Shows at Telega County Club in San Clemente, Ca, and Balboa Community Center just to name a few.

My certifications opened doors for my fitness journey. I was Intrigued with body mechanics, I began to learn about mind/body formats which helped me understand the importance of body awareness (mind, body, and spirit), which has allowed me to teach and train at Private Studios, Gyms, Private Clubs, Colleges, in Person Training and Zoom Classes. I like to share my (passion) experience through the practice of body movement. (Yoga, Pilates, Cycle, Zumba etc.) I teach and train all age groups and levels. I am currently teaching/coaching at 24Hour Fitness as well as private lessons.

Work Experience

24 Hour Fitness Rancho Santa Margarita and Foot Hill Ranch, CA / 2005 to Present

Group Fitness Instructor

• Classes Include: Zumba, Spin/Cycle, Yoga, Pilates and Strength Training.
• Design/Choregraphy/Lead classes to match the athletic ability for all levels/age groups of participants.
• Identified physical limitations of clients and modified exercises for safety. 
• Motivate and Inspire participants in large or small group sessions.
• Customer Service

Private Lessons in person and on Zoom 2007 to Present: Zumba, Yoga, Pilates and PT.

24 Hour Fitness Rancho Santa Margarita, CA / (2009-2011)

Certified Personal Trainer (PT):

• Evaluate clients’ fitness levels and health conditions.
• Build individualized exercise programs.
• Explain exercises in detail and suggest alternatives if needed. 
• Monitor progress of clients’ fitness levels. 
• Corrective exercise/managing physical injuries. 
• Explain safe and proper use of gym equipment.
• Promote the gym’s fitness packages and plans.
• Build a positive and trusting relationship with customers.
• Advise clients on how to change nutritional lifestyle habits as needed.

Dare to Dance - San Clemente, Talega Community Center - 2005

Director/Choreographer/Marketing

Marketing, Director, Choregraphed and taught a variety of Modern dance styles routines ages 6 -15years of age.

• Performance Talega Community Center - December 2005
• Performance Talega Community Centers – September thru December 2005
• Performance Elementary Schools - September thru December 2005
• Performance Orange County Fairgrounds - July 2005
• Jazz Funk - Balboa Island Community Center - Summer 2004 
• Performance Balboa Island Community Center - July 2004
• Jazz Funk - Saddleback College for Kids – Summer of 2003
• Performance Saddleback College - July 2003
• Kids Dance - Mission Viejo YMCA - 2002 

Certifications

• NASM Certified Personal Trainer (2009 - Current)
• AFAA Certified Personal Trainer (2008 - Current)
• AFAA Group Exercise Instructor (2005 - Current)

Other Certifications

Zumba, Schwinn, Yoga, Pilates, PiYo, Strong by Zumba, Body Shred, Bosu and many others.

Education

Saddleback College 1999 – 2001

Buena Park High School 1982 – 1986 / Dance Scholarship