Abdullah Taj
Fitness and Martial arts coach
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About
A friendly, reliable, and hardworking individual with experience in customer service, reception, warehouse operations and fitness coaching. Confident in communicating with customers, working as part of a team and delivering excellent service in fast-paced environments. Experienced in handling customer enquiries, processing payments, managing stock, and maintaining organised and welcoming environments.
A quick learner with strong organisational skills, a positive attitude and a proactive approach to work. Adaptable and eager to develop new skills while making a positive contribution to any team.
Experience
Fitness and Martial arts coach - 313 Fitness Gym
(2021-01)
First aid trained and DBS certified
- Planned and delivered engaging martial arts and fitness classes for children.
- Supervised and coached children in a safe, supportive, and disciplined environment.
- Taught fundamental martial arts techniques, fitness exercises, and self-defense skills.
- Adapted coaching methods to suit different ages, abilities and confidence levels. Ages 4-15.
- Motivated children to improve their fitness, coordination, discipline, and teamwork.
- Monitored participants' progress and provided constructive feedback and encouragement.
- Ensured all classes followed health and safety procedures.
- Built positive relationships with children and parents through effective communication.
- Set up and packed away training equipment before and after sessions.
Receptionist - 313 Fitness Gym
(2021-01)
- Greeted members and visitors, providing a friendly and professional first point of contact.
- Answered phone calls, emails, and customer enquiries, both in person and over the phone.
- Booked classes, appointments and managed member registrations.
- Processed memberships, payments, and maintained accurate customer records.
- Represented 313 Fitness at community events and competitions, promoting the gym and engaging with potential members.
- Assisted with organising and supporting gym events, open days and promotional activities.
- Maintained a clean and professional reception area.
- Assisted with general administrative tasks, including filing and data entry.
Warehouse Assistant - Aid Convoy (Charity)
(2019-01 - 2020-12)
- Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles, including regular heavy lifting of boxes and pallets.
- Moved stock safely using manual handling techniques and warehouse equipment where required.
- Ensured the warehouse was kept clean, organised and safe at all times.
- Received, sorted, and organised donated goods in the warehouse.
- Picked, packed, and prepared aid supplies for distribution and transport.
- Worked as part of a team to meet daily packing and dispatch targets.
- Checked donated items for quality and suitability before storage or distribution.
- Followed health and safety procedures, including safe manual handling practices.
Education
A level - Mathematics - Ilford County sixth form (2025-12)
A level - Economics - Ilford County sixth form (2025-12)
A level - History - Ilford County sixth form (2025-12)
GCSE - Maths - Jamiatul Ummah School (2023-12)
GCSE - Biology - Jamiatul Ummah School (2023-12)
GCSE - Chemistry - Jamiatul Ummah School (2023-12)
GCSE - Physics - Jamiatul Ummah School (2023-12)
GCSE - English Literature and Language - Jamiatul Ummah School (2023-12)
GCSE - Arabic - Jamiatul Ummah School (2023-12)
GCSE - History - Jamiatul Ummah School (2023-12)
GCSE - Computer Science - Jamiatul Ummah School (2023-12)