Maier Mavraganis

Committed Student-Athlete passionate about helping others and sharing a love of sport. Dedicated to excellent work quality through a caring and thorough approach. Interested in working in a club environment that supports active living and a healthy lifestyle.

• CPR and Emergency First Aid (2023)
• Transport Canada Pleasure Craft Operator Card (2023)
• Certificate of Training Autism in Sport (2022)

• Vorlage Competitive Ski Team
• Passionate Canoe - Kayak athlete and competitor.

Paddle All - Ottawa River Canoe Club, Ottawa (Ont.) - Coach

May - October 2022 - PRESENT

• Coached and encouraged young paddlers from the Special Olympics program to develop a strong work ethic by being a positive role model and regularly practicing techniques and safety.
• Adapted training techniques to meet athletes' needs by offering an inclusive and adaptable environment. Guided athletes by encouraging them to achieve athletic performances.
• Educated athletes on rules, strategies, sportsmanship, and performance principles.

Fitness4Life Kanata, Ottawa (Ont.) - Coach

June 2021 - July 2023

• Followed supervisors' directives and assisted head coach in providing online and live classes to groups of Ausome Ottawa athletes.
• Assisted athletes from F4L Fitness Dragonboat program in participating in the Tim Hortons Dragonboat Festival. Managed equipment, led warm-ups, paddled and motivated on water, assisted in cleaning.
• Demonstrated cardiovascular, strength, and mobility exercises in workout videos for Special Olympics participants to do at home.

• Grade 9 Silver Medalist (90+ average) (2023)
• Most Improved Skier - Outaouais Ski Zone (2023)
• NCAFA Gilchrist Cup Champions (2022)