Jacob Cao
Hamilton, ,ON
Summary
As a professional badminton player and coach with a passion for the sport and a proven track record of success. As a player, I have competed at various levels, honing my skills in technique, strategy, and sportsmanship. Transitioning to coaching, I bring a deep understanding of the game, a dedication to help students thrive, and skilled in assessing players' strengths and weaknesses. With excellent communication and leadership abilities, I inspire athletes to reach their full potential. Committed to promoting the growth and enjoyment of badminton. Most importantly, I have multiple personal experiences in injuries on different parts of the body, and how rehabilitation processes utilizes physical and mental cooperations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Badminton Coach
Premier Badminton Academy
02.2019 - Current
- Coaching beginner to intermediate badminton players of all ages for one to one lessons and group lessons.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Conducted player assessments and developed personalized training plans to address strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
- Established effective communication channels with players, parents, and team administrators to ensure alignment on goals and expectations.
Personal Trainer
Self-employeed
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Provide Provided one-on-one personal training sessions to clients, focusing on strength training.
- Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, and nutrition guidelines to support overall health and wellness.
- Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
- Consistently motivated client during and after each exercise.
- Monitored client progress, adjusting routines as needed to ensure continual improvement and adherence to fitness goals.
Restaurant Server
Yunshang Rice Noodle
10.2021 - 06.2022
- I offered professional and polite service to customers, and make sure they enjoy their experience at restaurant.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, adept at building rapport with guests and colleagues.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
McMaster University
Hamilton, ON04.2026
High School Diploma -
University Hill Secondary School
Vancouver, BC06.2022
Skills
- Emergency injury treatments and recovery training
- Injury risks and prevention knowledge
- Extensive knowledge of badminton techniques, strategies, and rules
- Strong communication skill for guiding instructions
- Leadership skill for coordinating groups
- Strong understanding of human exercise physiology
Relevant Courses and Knowledge
Courses were taken at McMaster University with an GPA of around 7.0
-Human Anatomy and Physiology
-Musculoskeletal Anatomy
-Neuromuscular Exercise Physiology
-Cardiorespiratory and Metabolic Exercise Physiology
-Biomechanics
Accomplishments
- top 3 ranked in badminton BC in U13, U15, U17
- 2018 BC Winter Games gold medalist, for individual and team event
- 2016 BC Provincial Championship medalist in 3 events
- 2017 BC Provincial Championship medalist in 3 events
- 2018 BC Provincial Championship medalist in 3 events
- Multiple championships in BC Junior A Championships
Badminton Accomplishments
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Reference
- reference can be provided if required.
Timeline
Restaurant Server
Yunshang Rice Noodle
10.2021 - 06.2022
Personal Trainer
Self-employeed
03.2021 - 09.2022
Badminton Coach
Premier Badminton Academy
02.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
McMaster University
High School Diploma -
University Hill Secondary School
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