Mya Pollard
Swindon,Wiltshire
Summary
I am a dedicated individual with a strong passion for dance and performance. Currently studying dance at University of Staffordshire (Wilkes Academy), developing skills in discipline, creativity, and teamwork. I am committed to continuous personal and professional growth, with a positive attitude and strong work ethic - bringing enthusiasm, reliability, and focus to every opportunity. I take pride in being hardworking, reliable, and eager to learn. I have strong communication skills and enjoy working as part of a team with good interpersonal skills that make me a great candidate for customer-facing roles.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Gymnastics coach
EA Gymnastics
Lowestoft, Suffolk
10.2020 - 09.2025
- Guaranteed the smooth running of sessions through customer facing roles including signing in pupils, talking to parent/carers, assisting with customer queries and taking payments for merchandise.
- Planned and delivered training sessions for recreational and competitive gymnasts across various age groups (aged 3-18 years).
- Created a nurturing environment at the gymnasium which fostered self-confidence and resilience amongst all trainees, using individualised approaches for each learner.
- Teaching fundamental and advanced gymnastics techniques with a focus on safety, skill progression, and confidence building.
- Developed strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills through hands-on coaching experience.
- Ensuring client safety through ongoing coach training in gymnastic technique, safeguarding procedures and robust risk assessments.
CYD? Dance Competition Support Staff
Can You Dance
Norwich, Norfolk
04.2024 - 04.2024
- Coordinated smooth running of the dance event by checking participants into their correct classes , checking wristbands and tickets for classes
- Unloading and loading equipment to help set-up and pack away the event, including exhibition stands and ensuring all dance areas for classes were prepared according to team requirements.
- Assisting attendees at the competition to ensure they can find their booked sessions and dealing with customer enquiries.
- Selling of merchandise and programs to attendees and spectators on the day of the dance convention (Norwich Event)
Education
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Degree - Musical Theatre
Wilkes Academy - University of Staffordshire
Swindon 09.2025 -
BTEC ( Level 3 - Extended Diploma) - Performing Arts
D16- Performing Art College - East Coast College
Lowestoft, Suffolk 09.2023 - 07.2025
GCSEs -
Ormiston Venture Academy
Gorleston-on-Sea, NorfolkSkills
- Great interpersonal skills
- Friendly and professional communication
- Handling customer enquiries and complaints
- Teamwork and collaboration skills
- Ability to use own initiative to problem solve when needed
- Reliability and punctuality
- Health and safety awareness - risk assessments and safeguarding
- Ability to follow procedures and instructions
- Upselling and product knowledge - selling merchandise to public
- Cash handling and card payments
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Degree - Musical Theatre
Wilkes Academy - University of Staffordshire
09.2025 -
CYD? Dance Competition Support Staff
Can You Dance
04.2024 - 04.2024
BTEC ( Level 3 - Extended Diploma) - Performing Arts
D16- Performing Art College - East Coast College
09.2023 - 07.2025
Gymnastics coach
EA Gymnastics
10.2020 - 09.2025
GCSEs -
Ormiston Venture Academy