Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Current Formats Taught & Assessed
Timeline
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Christine McCown

Christine McCown

Radford,VA

Summary

Energetic and goal-oriented fitness professional with extensive expertise in Les Mills programs and years of experience in group exercise and education. Recognized for exceptional time management and problem-solving abilities, consistently demonstrating reliability and adaptability in diverse environments. Possesses a swift capacity to learn and implement new skills, ensuring a proactive approach to challenges. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assessor

Les Mills US
04.2023 - Current
  • Responsible for assessing group fitness instructors for initial certification in Les Mills TONE, Les Mills Core and Les Mills PILATES.
  • Responsible for assessing certified Les Mills TONE and Les Mills CORE instructors in alignment with Les Mills Qualifications standards for Grade Reviews in their respective programs.
  • Position requires comprehensive understanding of Les Mills Qualifications and the 5 Key Elements as they are expressed in each program, in-depth knowledge of the standardization process for a variety of outcomes for Signature and Limited Edition programs, an eye for detail, written communication skills, a conscientious and process-driven work ethic and the ability to identify and develop potential in others.

Group Fitness Instructor

The Weight Club
08.2018 - Current

Group Fitness Instructor

Virginia Tech Department of Campus Recreation
08.2018 - Current

Collegiate Assistant Professor

Virginia Tech
08.2018 - Current

Group Exercise Instructor

24 Hour Fitness
04.2005 - 09.2020
  • Featured in "Why I GX24" article in 24Life in 2019
  • Created workouts featured on 24GO in 2020
  • Austin GXI of the Month July 2017, February 2017, February 2015
  • Austin GXI “Spirit” Award for 2016-17,
  • Austin GXI “Above and Beyond” Award for 2015-16
  • Gym Scholarships awarded to train in and teach Bootybarre, Bootybarre-less, POP Pilates, HIGHX, TWYT, Les Mills GRIT, Les Mills Bodypump and Les Mills Bodycombat in 2014/2015/2016/2017,
  • Member Favorite Award at 24 Hour Fitness for my district for 2009

Group Fitness Instructor

Blacksburg Pilates And Fitness Studio
08.2018 - 08.2020

Group Exercise Instructor & Personal Trainer

HCM Memorial Wellness Center
01.2017 - 01.2019

Group Exercise, Barre & Cycle Instructor

Castle Hills Fitness
06.2016 - 08.2019

POP Pilates and Group Fitness Instructor Master Trainer

NAFC/Invictus
05.2015 - 09.2015
  • Master Trainer for POP Pilates and NAFC Group Fitness Certifications until NAFC and POP Pilates severed their partnership.

Group Exercise, Barre, Yoga & Cycle Instructor

CG Arena
08.2012 - 08.2019

Teacher/Coach

J.J. Pearce High School
08.2005 - 05.2006

Teacher/Coach

Hutto High School
08.2006 - 12.2006

Group Exercise Instructor

Texas A&M University
08.2007 - 09.2009

Group Exercise Manager

Fitness 19
06.2012 - 09.2012

RealRyder Cycle Coach

PureRyde Cycle Studio
01.2013 - 05.2013

Group Exercise Instructor

YouFit
03.2015 - 09.2015

Group Exercise & Cycle instructor

Spark Fitness Club
04.2015

Group Exercise, Cycle & Yoga Instructor

The Hills (main & corporate)
02.2012 - 10.2016

Group Exercise, Yoga & Cycle Instructor

Shape Up Corporate Fitness
10.2016 - 08.2018

Education

Ph.D. - Sociology

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
12-2016

Master of Arts - Sociology, Women’s Studies

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX

Bachelor of Science - Applied Sociology, English

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX

High School Diploma -

Mathis High School
Mathis, TX

Skills

  • Flexible schedule
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Written communication and interpersonal connection skills
  • Flexible in dynamic environments and receptive to new challenges
  • Time management abilities including task prioritization, planning and goal setting
  • Dependable and hardworking team player with strong collaboration skills
  • Dedication to continuous learning and professional growth
  • Heartsaver CPR AED
  • Current AFAA/NASM certification and ACE certification scheduled Fall 2025

Certification

  • AFAA Certified Group Fitness Instructor
  • ACE Certified Group Fitness Instructor (exam scheduled 10/25)
  • CPR/AED/First Aid
  • NASM Certified Personal Trainer
  • Les Mills TONE Instructor (and Advanced Instructor)
  • Les Mills CORE Instructor (and Advanced Instructor)
  • Les Mills Bodypump Instructor (and Advanced Instructor)
  • Les Mills Bodybalance Instructor
  • Les Mills Bodystep Instructor
  • Les Mills Bodycombat Instructor
  • Les Mills GRIT Instructor
  • Les Mills PILATES Instructor
  • Les Mills SHAPES Instructor
  • Les Mills Functional Strength Instructor
  • Les Mills Thrive Instructor
  • Les Mills Yoga (filming certification video this month)
  • Schwinn Certified Cycle Coach
  • Real Ryder Certified Cycle Coach
  • IGNITE Cycle Training
  • Pumped up Strength Certified Instructor
  • HIGHX Certified Instructor
  • Insanity Certified Instructor
  • Turbokick Certified Instructor
  • TWYT (Treat While You Train-Self myofascial release) Certified Instructor
  • YogaFit Level 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 Certified Instructor
  • YogaFit Specialty population trainings: Post/Prenatal, Seniors, Warrior/PTSD, Athletes
  • Bare Above Certified Instructor
  • Bootybarre Certified Instructor
  • Bootybarreless Certified Instructor
  • Pulse Pointe Barre Certified Instructor
  • Barre Eclipse Certified Instructor
  • POP Pilates Certified Instructor
  • BOGAFit Certified Instructor
  • SCW Certified Sports Nutrition and Weight Loss Management
  • SCW Certified Outdoor Bootcamp

Current Formats Taught & Assessed

Les Mills Signature Programs (7 active, 6 teaching, 2 assessing):

Les Mills TONE (actively teaching and assessing certifications and grade reviews), Les Mills CORE (actively teaching and assessing certifications and grade reviews), Les Mills Bodybalance (actively teaching), Les Mills Bodypump (actively teaching), Les Mills Bodystep (actively teaching), Les Mills Bodycombat (actively teaching), Les Mills GRIT (active, but not teaching at present)


Les Mills Limited Edition Programs (5 active, 2 teaching, 1 assessing):

Les Mills Pilates (actively teaching and assessing), Les Mills SHAPES (actively teaching), Les Mills Functional Strength (active, but not teaching at present), Les Mills THRIVE (active, not teaching), Les Mills YOGA (filming certification this month, will be teaching shortly after)


Non Les Mills Programs currently taught (4):

Cycle, Yoga, Barre, POP Pilates

Timeline

Assessor

Les Mills US
04.2023 - Current

Group Fitness Instructor

The Weight Club
08.2018 - Current

Group Fitness Instructor

Virginia Tech Department of Campus Recreation
08.2018 - Current

Collegiate Assistant Professor

Virginia Tech
08.2018 - Current

Group Fitness Instructor

Blacksburg Pilates And Fitness Studio
08.2018 - 08.2020

Group Exercise Instructor & Personal Trainer

HCM Memorial Wellness Center
01.2017 - 01.2019

Group Exercise, Yoga & Cycle Instructor

Shape Up Corporate Fitness
10.2016 - 08.2018

Group Exercise, Barre & Cycle Instructor

Castle Hills Fitness
06.2016 - 08.2019

POP Pilates and Group Fitness Instructor Master Trainer

NAFC/Invictus
05.2015 - 09.2015

Group Exercise & Cycle instructor

Spark Fitness Club
04.2015

Group Exercise Instructor

YouFit
03.2015 - 09.2015

RealRyder Cycle Coach

PureRyde Cycle Studio
01.2013 - 05.2013

Group Exercise, Barre, Yoga & Cycle Instructor

CG Arena
08.2012 - 08.2019

Group Exercise Manager

Fitness 19
06.2012 - 09.2012

Group Exercise, Cycle & Yoga Instructor

The Hills (main & corporate)
02.2012 - 10.2016

Group Exercise Instructor

Texas A&M University
08.2007 - 09.2009

Teacher/Coach

Hutto High School
08.2006 - 12.2006

Teacher/Coach

J.J. Pearce High School
08.2005 - 05.2006

Group Exercise Instructor

24 Hour Fitness
04.2005 - 09.2020

Ph.D. - Sociology

Texas A&M University

Master of Arts - Sociology, Women’s Studies

Texas State University

Bachelor of Science - Applied Sociology, English

Texas State University

High School Diploma -

Mathis High School
Christine McCown