ABOUT US
CMD
is known for its outstanding programs working with the
preschool age child. After 23 years of success, CMD has
pulled together a team of specialists in Kinesiology,
Movement therapy, and sports recreation to develop a program
for the EARLY development of sports and fitness. Developed
by experts in Kinesiology and sports instruction, our
programs are the perfect vehicle for parents who want to
foster their child's physical development, team attitude,
and self confidence. It is a highly acclaimed program that
promotes balance, strength, coordination, left & right
skills, and gross motor skills. The instructor/coach starts
class with proper stretches and strengthening, leading into
fitness activities that are crucial to overall development.
The students learn to work together in fun activities that
include balls and many other strategically motivating and
educational materials. Since movement is the base of all
learning, the program is designed for the early development
of such needed gross motor skills. As with all of our programs, the students have
fun while learning. The teachers are reliable and always
prepared with well-planned, age-appropriate lessons. They
enjoy the children and welcome parents to observe at any
time. The classes are structured, yet flexible to meet the
needs of preschoolers thru primary students who need to have
fun while learning.
Our
Coaching Staff
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Program Writer: Michael O'Neill
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Science; Kinesiology
Minor in Business Administration
Michigan State University
Masters of Arts; Sports Management
Wayne State University Expected Graduation Date: May 2007
Michael joins CMD as a program writer. His
spirit infectious and his attitude inspiring, especially working
with the young athlete. Michael is a leader in the health & fitness
field, Michael Beau O’Neill has spent his entire adult life helping
people set and reach their personal fitness goals. Possessing an
innate understanding of the human body and its behaviors, Mike is
able to personally and uniquely approach everyone and every sport he
trains and coaches. He has a top-notch education and staggering
experience already under his belt. Mike’s certifications and
accolades (as detailed) have been numerous, but even more
importantly he greets every day and every challenge with charm, wit,
optimism, and the same competitive edge that has made him the
athlete and the person he is today. Michael comes to CMD from Pulse
Exercise & Fitness - www.allboutpulse.com.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS:
Elderly Fitness Professional (FITOUR®) - 2004
Pilates Instructor (FITOUR®) - 2004
RIPP Strength and Circuit Trainer (Schwinn) - 2003
Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA) - 2003
SPINNING (Mad Dog) - 2003
Personal Trainer (ACE) - 2002
Group Aerobics Instructor (MSU) - 2002
CPR/AED (American Heart) - 2002
CPR/AED, First Aid (Red Cross) - 2002 – renewed 2004 |
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Trainer/Program Writer:
Ellen Schoener EDUCATION:
Sarah Lawrence College, BA
New York University, MA
Ellen Schoener has devoted her professional life to involvement in
movement therapy, creative movement, and programs for the young
child. Over the years, she has volunteered in her children’s
elementary schools offering movement classes involving learning
concepts, holiday, and sports themes. She has worked with both
adults and children with special needs in the Atlanta area at
Peachford and Ridgeview hospitals. For the past seven years she has
taught at Schiff Pre-School in Dunwoody, where she has created a
developmentally based movement program which also integrates
classroom curriculum. This is her sixth year with Creative Movement
and Dance. During her tenure, she has been engaged in teaching,
quality assurance, training, and program development. |
Trainer/Program Writer:
Becky Goodwin - Becky Goodwin
studied Sports Management at Kennesaw State University with a
concentration in recreation. She has developed a workout program
geared towards children who suffer from obesity and other various
medical conditions for WellStar Healthcare. Becky has also taught
numerous cheerleading, dance, and fitness camps in both
Metro-Atlanta, Ga and Ft. Lauderdale, Fl. "Miss Becky" helps
represent the North Metro Atlanta area for CMD.
Education: Bachelor of Science in Sport Management, Minor in
Business Law. Teaching experience: Kennesaw Parks & Recreation/The
Dancers Studio – Kennesaw, GA; The Academy of Ballet - Norcross, GA;
Dance Stop Studios - Roswell, GA; Dancentre South Studios -
Woodstock, GA; America's Leaders (Dance/Cheerleading camps) – Fort
Lauderdale, FL. Training: Gotta Dance Studios – Elmwood Park, NJ;
Dance Stop Studios - Atlanta, GA; Dancentre South Studios -
Woodstock, GA; Kennesaw State University - Kennesaw, GA
Maggie Hudson - With more than 20 years in
the fitness industry, for Maggie Hudson, her love of fitness began
at the age of four in her home town of Kassel, Germany with
gymnastic lessons. At age 11, she began dancing with West Germany’s
Stadtgarde Kassel, where she danced competitively for over ten
years, and winning titles of German champion several times. With the
dance company she also participated in hundreds of performances
throughout Europe. Along with that she also studied ballet for four
years. After finishing high school, Maggie earned a degree in
Business Administration from Martin Luther King College in Kassel,
Germany.
In 1987 Maggie moved to the United States to pursue teaching of
aerobics and becoming a personal trainer. Her first job was with
Australian Body Works as an aerobics instructor and member of their
demo team. She then started her own personal training company, Body
Dynamics, in 1991, specializing in training individuals in the
comfort of their own homes. In 1998, Maggie coordinated the aerobics
program at Ultimate Fitness and headed up their demo team. She’s
currently teaching yoga and dance for Pulse Dance & Exercise and
aerobics for LA Fitness and Gold’s Gym.
Maggie has several certifications, such as AFAA (Aerobics and
Fitness Association of America) and ACE (American Council on
Exercise). She has been featured on local TV as well as provided
numerous lectures and seminars on fitness, including holding
workshops for fitness instructors. In 2005 she entered a figure
competition and was tied for 2nd place. She specializes in many
class formats, including step, kickboxing, kids fitness, dance
aerobics, yoga and also teaches basic ballet, tap and jazz dance to
children.
Maggie wants to educate others on exercise, so they will do it
safely and effectively. Her goal is to enable others to enjoy
fitness/dance classes for years to come.
Maggie resides in Suwanee, Georgia with her husband Darrell and
daughter Nadia.
OUR CORPORATE OFFICE
Our
Corporate Office is located in Sugar Hill and we are
available to answer any questions you may have. For more
about our corporate office staff,
click here.
