Wendy K

I enjoy creative work that keeps me moving and connects me to other people. Having a sense of purpose is what keeps me going, and I am excited to be a part of improving my community and world. I want to work in supportive environments that empower others.

Movement/Fitness, Performing/Creative Arts - Wendy Kinal, LLC

(2021-01)

I established my own LLC to continue to provide personal training, group fitness instruction, and creative arts instruction.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Instructor - Chroma BJJ - Lafayette, CO

(2024-01)

I currently hold a black belt in BJJ and I teach a class every week at this inclusive academy in Lafayette, CO.

Lead Instructor, Movement/Fitness, Self-Defense - Impact Personal Safety of Colorado

(2021-01 - 2023-12)

This organization specializes in empowerment-based, trauma-informed physical and verbal self-defense for people of all ages and from all walks of life. I was a Lead Instructor for the Colorado chapter, and the movement/conditioning consultant.

Instructor - Ape Co Movement School

(2019-01 - 2020-12)

My experiences with this unique fitness facility included teaching movement classes both in-person and online.

Costume Shop Associate - The Ritz - Boulder, CO

(2017-01 - 2019-12)

Upon my arrival to Boulder, I secured a position at this well-known costume shop, where I assisted customers and sold costumes, accessories, and clothing boutique items.

Self-Defense Instructor - Impact Boston/Impact:ABILITY - Massachusetts

(2014-01 - 2017-12)

This organization's program has a lot in common with Impact Personal Safety of Colorado (see above). They specialize in empowerment-based, trauma-informed physical and verbal self-defense for people of all ages and from all walks of life. My work as an instructor took me to various venues in Massachusetts. I have worked with adults, children, teens and people with disabilities.

Healthcare Clown - Boston Children's Hospital - Boston, MA

(2014-01 - 2017-12)

Working/playing on many of the units at the hospital as "Dr. Windy", I utilized humor and music to entertain the patients, caretakers, and staff. The position demanded not only an ability to improvise, but also attention to hospital protocol and an open mind!

Our program was sponsored by Big Apple Circus until the end of 2016 and it is now sponsored by the Foundation for Laughter/Laughter League. While working for Big Apple Circus, I also had the pleasure of having a clown residency at the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in Ashford, CT in the summer of 2015.

Guest Lecturer - The Boston Conservatory - Boston, MA

(2016-01 - 2016-12)

As a movement instructor for the musical theater program majors, I covered a 6-week leave for the main instructor.

Personal Trainer and Savage Games Co-Creator - Brooklyn Boulders Somerville - Somerville, MA

(2014-01 - 2016-12)

As a personal trainer, I saw a number of clients at this rock climbing (and more!) gym that is very community-oriented. I also Co-Created the Savage Games which is an indoor obstacle course competition. I was the volunteer coordinator for the event and helped with staffing.

Instructor - Revolution Trapeze

(2014-06 - 2017-08)

I instructed flying trapeze classes and assisted with set-up and take-down of the flying rig. I was expected to keep students and staff safe and provide quality customer service.

Instructor - Trapeze School New York, Beantown - Reading, MA

(2005-01 - 2013-12)

My responsibilities with this company's satellite school in Reading, MA included instructing flying trapeze classes and aerial conditioning classes.

Lead Vocals, Accordion, Percussion - Gumbo Diablo - New England

(2009-01 - 2014-12)

I was the lead vocalist and played accordion and hand percussion for this busy New England band.

Chair Massage Therapist - Sun Life Financial - Wellesley, MA

(2010-01 - 2013-12)

I provided chair massage services for this corporate wellness program once a week at their Wellesley, MA location and had many regular clients.

Personal Trainer and Massage Therapist - Sports Club/LA – Boston - Boston, MA

(2008-01 - 2009-12)

I trained a variety of clients at this well-known gym in downtown Boston, filled in for group exercise classes, facilitated a capoeira workshop, and also worked in their spa as a massage therapist.

Guest Lecturer - Boston University - Boston, MA

(2007-01 - 2012-12)

I guest taught several sessions for the Movement for Non-Majors course, drawing on techniques from martial arts, performing arts, and general fitness training.

Lead Instructor, Writer, Director - Merrimack Repertory Theatre, Young Artists at Play Program - Lowell, MA

(2002-06 - 2012-08)

My responsibilities with this educational program of the Merrimack Repertory Theatre in Lowell, MA include instructing theater and movement classes for a variety of age groups during the summer. I directed "Winter Lights - A Multi-Cultural Celebration," which I also co-wrote, for two winter sessions.

Instructor - 21st Century Program - Somerville, MA

(2005-01 - 2007-12)

My responsibilities with this afterschool program of the Somerville Public Schools in Somerville, MA included instructing dance and capoeira classes.

Performer, Director, Focus Group Facilitator - Foodplay Productions

(2001-01 - 2005-12)

I traveled throughout the United States with Foodplay's two shows, "This is Your Life" and "Foodplay," educating young people about nutrition, fitness and media literacy. Additionally, I directed two seasons of "This is Your Life," and facilitated focus groups to update the content of the show.

Performing Arts Instructor - The Boys and Girls Club of Allston/Brighton - Allston/Brighton, MA

(2003-01 - 2004-12)

My activities at the Club included instructing its multi-cultural membership in dance, drumming, and drama during the school year and summer program.

Mental Health Counselor - Waltham Hospital, Eating Disorder Unit - Waltham, MA

(2002-01 - 2003-12)

My tasks on this psychiatric unit included creating a safe and healthy milieu for the adolescent and adult patients, and running expressive arts therapies and relaxation techniques groups. I also assisted patients with meals, took and recorded vital signs, and wrote SOAP notes during each shift.

Enumerator - U.S. Census Bureau - Upper Manhattan, NY

(2000-01 - 2000-12)

In the year 2000, I first did outreach at a center for low-income and homeless seniors in Downtown Manhattan and then as an enumerator in the neighborhood I lived in at the time in Upper Manhattan.

Enumerator - U.S. Census Bureau - Boulder, CO

(2020-01 - 2020-12)

In 2020 I again worked as an enumerator, helping count the population in Boulder, CO. I worked in both English and Spanish for the 2020 census.

Program Assistant - The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Education Department - Washington, DC

(2001-01 - 2001-12)

Performance Plus internship.

Guest Teaching Artist - The Women's Project and Productions - New York, NY

(2000-01 - 2000-12)

Assistant Instructor - Ignite Adaptive Sports - Nederland, CO

(2023-01 - 2025-12)

I was an assistant instructor and helped share the joy and adventure of adaptive snowsports with people with disabilities.

Board Member - Mi Chantli - Boulder, CO

(2021-01)

I am a member of the Board of Directors for this BIPOC-owned center for culture, art, and dance.

Master of Arts - Play: Clowning, Ritual, and Transformation - Lesley University (2012-01 - 2014-12)

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Musical Theater - New School University (1996-01 - 2000-12)

Diploma - The American Musical and Dramatic Academy (1995-01 - 1996-12)