Kaira Bonnett
Grande Cache,AB
Summary
Dedicated Figure Skating Coach eager to help students of all levels develop a deep love of skating. Well-versed in the rigors of competition and choreographing routines. Motivational and friendly professional with 12 years of related experience.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Coach Coordinator
Akasaka Figure Skating Club
2023.09 - 2024.03
- Planned and organized private and group skating lessons to help students develop and advance skills.
- Used various methods, including phone, email and text to communicate with parents and students regarding lessons, events and competitions.
- Attended educational courses to meet continuing education requirements.
- Communicated effectively with coaches and fellow athletes, including organizing meetings.
- Observed consistent program of stretching and proper conditioning in effort to reduce injuries.
- Adhered strictly to rules and regulations of activities department and district.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
- Provided feedback to coaches to improve teaching techniques and increase drive to succeed.
- Developed team strategy based on knowledge of fundamentals, team member skills and competition statistics.
- Trained and mentored new coaches on fundamentals of coaching to apply best practices and strategies.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Assessed strengths and weaknesses of opponents to develop valuable techniques and increase preparedness.
- Mentored junior coaches, fostering a supportive environment conducive to growth and learning for both coaches and athletes.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Prepared and Coordinated Year end Carnivals including: Practice Schedule, Program Creation, Ice scheduling, on and ice off coordination, Create show time schedules and speeches, work along side Carnival Chair to ensure optimization of event.
Figure Skating Coach
Akasaka Figure Skating Club
2023.09 - 2024.03
- Organized personal and professional calendars, including reminders for upcoming meetings and events.
- Prepared and updated records, spreadsheets and presentations to support executive needs and enhance office productivity.
- Assisted skaters in developing mental strength strategies to overcome performance anxiety during high-pressure situations.
- Maintained open communication with parents regarding their child''s progress, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
- Choreographed programs to prepare skaters for competitions and advancement testing.
- Increased skater motivation by setting clear goals, celebrating achievements, and providing constructive criticism when needed.
- Completed continuing education requirements to maintain compliance with coaching standards.
- Helped students develop form, timing and style.
- Choreographed routines for students participating in competitions.
- Conducted regular evaluations of each skater''s progress to accurately assess skill level advancements or areas needing improvement.
- Established strong relationships with other figure skating organizations for collaboration opportunities or joint events.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Head Coach Figure Skating
East Smokey Skating Club
2017.09 - 2018.03
- Provided regular progress reports to skaters and their families, keeping them informed of achievements and areas for improvement.
- Evaluated skater readiness for competitive advancement based on established criteria while maintaining a fair assessment process.
- Choreographed programs to prepare skaters for competitions and advancement testing.
- Improved skaters jumping, spin, twist and turn techniques with consistent coaching and demonstrations.
- Introduced students to principles of figure skating.
- Evaluated students to match skill levels with appropriate classes.
- Choreographed routines for students participating in competitions.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
- Completed continuing education requirements to maintain compliance with coaching standards.
- Helped students develop form, timing and style.
- Gave on and off ice training to help aid athletes in proper stretching and training regimens.
- Taught students to perform specific figure and footwork techniques to improve compulsory scores.
- Evaluated athletes' strengths and weaknesses to improve techniques to prepare for competitions.
- Prepared and Coordinated Year end Carnivals including: Practice Schedule, Program Creation, Ice scheduling, on and ice off coordination, Create show time schedules and speeches, work along side Carnival Chair to ensure optimization of event.
Head Coach/ Figure Skating Coach
Beaverloge Figure Skating Club
2015.09 - 2017.03
- Provided regular progress reports to skaters and their families, keeping them informed of achievements and areas for improvement.
- Evaluated skater readiness for competitive advancement based on established criteria while maintaining a fair assessment process.
- Choreographed programs to prepare skaters for competitions and advancement testing.
- Improved skaters jumping, spin, twist and turn techniques with consistent coaching and demonstrations.
- Introduced students to principles of figure skating.
- Evaluated students to match skill levels with appropriate classes.
- Choreographed routines for students participating in competitions.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
- Completed continuing education requirements to maintain compliance with coaching standards.
- Helped students develop form, timing and style.
- Gave on and off ice training to help aid athletes in proper stretching and training regimens.
- Taught students to perform specific figure and footwork techniques to improve compulsory scores.
- Evaluated athletes' strengths and weaknesses to improve techniques to prepare for competitions.
- Prepared and Coordinated Year end Carnivals including: Practice Schedule, Program Creation, Ice scheduling, on and ice off coordination, Create show time schedules and speeches, work along side Carnival Chair to ensure optimization of event.
CanSkate Coach
Akasaka Figure Skating Club
2012.09 - 2014.03
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
- Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute program standards.
- Coached in collaboration with others to ensure skaters goals inline with program criteria and standard for assessments
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Evaluated students to match skill levels with appropriate classes.
- Completed continuing education requirements to maintain compliance with coaching standards.
- Introduced students to principles of figure skating.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Edmonton
11.2019
Coach Assessor Certified
Skate Canda
2017
StarSkate Regional Certified
Skate Canada
2014
CanSkate Certified
Skate Canada
2012
Skills
- Reliability
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Group facilitation
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Program Leadership
- Relationship Building
- Professionalism
- Conflict Resolution
- Coaching Staff Oversight
- Time management abilities
- Competition Preparation
Timeline
Coach Coordinator
Akasaka Figure Skating Club
2023.09 - 2024.03
Figure Skating Coach
Akasaka Figure Skating Club
2023.09 - 2024.03
Head Coach Figure Skating
East Smokey Skating Club
2017.09 - 2018.03
Head Coach/ Figure Skating Coach
Beaverloge Figure Skating Club
2015.09 - 2017.03
CanSkate Coach
Akasaka Figure Skating Club
2012.09 - 2014.03
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Edmonton
Coach Assessor Certified
Skate Canda
StarSkate Regional Certified
Skate Canada
CanSkate Certified
Skate Canada
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