Adam Gavala
North Vancouver,BC
Summary
Focused Coach successful at coaching athletes / amateur athletes and optimizing program operations. Works with players and clients of different skills levels to develop talent, improve strength and enhance stamina for top gameplay/Life-Style. Versed in rules and winning strategies. A new job opportunity as a professional trainer for amateur athletes in a gym gives me the opportunity to hone my job skills and abilities. Coach with detail-oriented and passion for success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING COACH
Innovative Fitness
Vancouver, BC
06.2023 - Current
- Devised nutritional plans to enhance on-field performance, muscle mass building and recovery
- Created and managed training programs dedicated to optimizing strength, speed and endurance of every client
- Educated clients about exercise strategies, nutrition and use of supplements as related to overall condition
- Coordinated programming outside of the gym, training camps and special workshops to support client goals
- Mentored and encouraged youth to develop strong work ethic by being positive role model and regularly practicing skills
- Educated clients in healthy habits rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING COACH
Hockey Performance Centre
North Vancouver, BC
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Developed and maintained culture of determination, commitment and hard work, encouraging athletes to push themselves further to boost conditioning
- Created and managed training programs dedicated to optimizing strength, speed and endurance of every athlete
- Observed athletes and tweaked functional movement patterns to maximize performance
- Designed, organized and supervised conditioning programs for Ice Hockey Players.
PRODUCTION OPERATOR - LEVEL 1
Parwood Door Products Ltd.
Vancouver, BC
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Drove company vision with collaborative employee engagement techniques and strategic leadership
- Led organization by establishing business direction and actualizing operational plans to meet goals
- Established and oversaw strategic business actions and streamlined operations
- Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment to meet production needs
- Recognized defective material and reported issues to management.
TECHNICIAN
Umbrella Property Service
Vancouver, BC
10.2022 - 12.2022
- I´ve been working as a Technician
- We did maintenance of residential houses.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
I AM Akademy
Bratislava - Slovakia
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Developed exercise regimens targeting individual athlete needs.
- Observed athletes and tweaked functional movement patterns to maximize performance.
- Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
- Conducted exercising drills to improve flexibility, stamina and strength of each player.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Monitored athletes daily with sports technologies and direct observation.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
VHK Vsetin
Vsetin- Czech Republic
12.2021 - 02.2022
- I completed internship at the professional Ice Hockey Club in Czech Republic. Category: Adults - Pro Athlete
- I observed the process of off ice and on ice training. I was involved in the process of testing movement skills. I observed the performance parameters of the players through electronic devices and suggested training methods to improve the performance of the players.
Head of Strength and Conditioning Coach
HK Gladiators Trnava
Trnava - Slovakia
09.2020 - 12.2021
- Head of strength & conditioning Coach for Senior team – 1.
Slovak hockey league, Youth – players from 11 – 18
years old. - I have created a methodology for youth throughout the club (11-18 years old). During the season I implemented a new methodology for strength and conditioning training. I personally coached (OFF ICE - track and field) - men's category and U18 category.
- I supervised the training process of the youth. I educated the coaches how to create training plans off the field. Once a month I gave lectures on OFF ICE Strength and Conditioning training.
- I was involved in a municipal sports project - modernization of sports facilities - I won 6 000 EUR and planned the modernization of the gym at the municipal stadium.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Movement Institute
Bratislava- Slovakia
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Developed exercise regimens targeting individual athlete needs.
- Conducted exercising drills to improve flexibility, stamina and strength of each player.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Assessed individual athlete's physical capabilities to design appropriate training regimens.
- Monitored athletes daily with sports technologies and direct observation.
- I have trained and worked with Neurologists, Physiotherapists, Sports Doctors, Osteopaths, etc. Then I applied the acquired knowledge in practice in 1-1 or group training.
Education
Master of Science - Strength And Conditioning Coach- Prof. Athletes
Comenius University
05-2020
Skills
- Rule Enforcement
- Performance Optimization
- Practice Planning and Management
- Athlete Training and Motivation
- Decision Making
- Nutritional Advice
- Individualized Coaching
- Physical Conditioning
- Sport Analyst (Str and Cond abilities)
Languages
- English, Professional
- Czech, Professional
- Slovak, Native/ Bilingual
- Polish, Elementary
- Russian, Elementary
Affiliations
- Reading books, tennis, hiking and spending time with friends.
Languages
English
Professional
Czech
Professional
Slovak
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Coach of the Month in Innovative Fitness
Timeline
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING COACH
Innovative Fitness
06.2023 - Current
STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING COACH
Hockey Performance Centre
04.2023 - 05.2023
PRODUCTION OPERATOR - LEVEL 1
Parwood Door Products Ltd.
01.2023 - 03.2023
TECHNICIAN
Umbrella Property Service
10.2022 - 12.2022
Strength and Conditioning Coach
I AM Akademy
02.2022 - 06.2022
Strength and Conditioning Coach
VHK Vsetin
12.2021 - 02.2022
Head of Strength and Conditioning Coach
HK Gladiators Trnava
09.2020 - 12.2021
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Movement Institute
08.2018 - 08.2020
Master of Science - Strength And Conditioning Coach- Prof. Athletes
Comenius University
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