Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Languages
About Me
References
Timeline
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Rob Pambrun

Rob Pambrun

Winnipeg,MB

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

Niverville Nighthawks, MJHL
06.2024 - Current
  • Created individualized and team-specific workouts for in-season and off-season athletic development.
  • Led hockey specific team dryland sessions to improve speed, agility and conditioning.
  • Conducted individual player assessments and fitness testing to determine areas of improvement.
  • Collaborated with sports medicine staff to develop effective rehabilitation plans for injured athletes.
  • Enhanced athlete performance by leading strength and conditioning workouts.
  • Delivered effective and engaging classroom sessions designed to teach players to optimize their performance.
  • Promoted proper stretching, warm-ups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
  • Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.

Player Development and Sports Science Coach

Niverville Nighthawks, MJHL
03.2021 - 06.2024
  • Conducted athlete evaluations in a series of fitness tests and assessments.
  • Led team and training camp fitness sessions.
  • Created off-season training programs for players and prospects.
  • Conducted presentations to billet families on proper nutrition and meal planning for players.
  • Educated players on sports nutrition, supplementation and game day routine for peak performance.
  • Tended to injured players on the bench during games.
  • Sharpened skates, maintained hockey equipment and performed repairs on equipment as required.

Guest Strength and Conditioning Coach

Winnipeg Jets, NHL
06.2025 - 07.2025
  • Assisted staff with Summer 2025 Development Camp.
  • Coached and trained athletes during their workouts.
  • Conducted athlete evaluations in a series of on-ice and off-ice fitness tests and assessments.
  • Assisted with setting up testing equipment.
  • Maintained fueling station and assisted in the preparation of performance and recovery nutrition as instructed by the team dietician.

Strength and Conditioning Coach

Dakota Collegiate Hockey Academy
10.2022 - Current
  • Educated players on nutrition and positive life choices for better health and performance.
  • Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
  • Led hockey-specific training sessions.

Strength and Conditioning Coach

Team Prep Starz
10.2018 - Current
  • Designated Strength and Conditioning Coach for over 20 sports teams including hockey, ringette, and baseball.
  • Developed individualized goal oriented training programs for a wide range of clients.
  • Led group training sessions for professional and high-performance athletes.
  • Improved athletic strength, agility and game skills of clients through successful one-on-one training sessions.

Fitness Testing Coordinator

Winnipeg Blues and Monarchs, MJHL
07.2025 - 07.2025

(Seasonal, 1 year)

  • Coordinated and designed the fitness testing event for the summer development camp.
  • Conducted athlete evaluations in a series of fitness tests.

Certified Trainer and Equipment Manager

MJHL Player Development Camp
07.2022 - 07.2025

(Seasonal, 4 years)

  • Conducted athlete evaluations in a series of fitness tests.
  • Sharpened skates, maintained hockey equipment and performed repairs on equipment as required.
  • Led daily stretching and warm-ups to prevent sports injury.
  • Assisted with setting up fitness testing equipment.

Certified Trainer and Equipment Manager

SJHL/MJHL Showcase
01.2023 - 01.2025

(Seasonal, 3 years)

  • Sharpened skates, maintained hockey equipment and performed repairs on equipment as required.
  • Led daily stretching and warm-ups to prevent sports injury.
  • Assisted with setting up fitness testing equipment.

Physical Fitness Specialist

WHL Combine Fitness Testing
08.2023 - 08.2023

(Seasonal, 1 year)

  • Conducted athlete evaluations in a series of fitness tests.
  • Led daily stretching and warm-ups to prevent sports injury.
  • Assisted with setting up fitness testing equipment.

Certified Trainer and Equipment Manager

MJHL Top Prospects Showcase
11.2022 - 11.2022

(Seasonal, 1 year)

  • Sharpened skates, maintained hockey equipment and performed repairs on equipment as required.
  • Led daily stretching and warm-ups to prevent sports injury.
  • Assisted with setting up fitness testing equipment.

Skills And Development Coach

Carey Wilson Hockey Development
09.2005 - 09.2011
  • Led on-ice development skill sessions for hockey players aspiring to advance abilities.
  • Conducted player evaluations for community club tryouts.
  • Coached established players in game strategy and techniques for better offense and defense.

Equipment Manager

Pro Connexion Hockey
07.2008 - 07.2009
  • Sharpened and profiled skates based on customer needs.
  • Performed equipment maintenance and repairs.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, NB
06.2026

Red Seal Endorsed - Construction Electrician

Red River College
Winnipeg, MB

Exercise Theory -

University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB

Master Trainer -

(ISSA) International Sports Sciences Association

PN1-NC - Precision Nutrition Level 1 Nutrition Coach

(PN) Precision Nutrition

PES - Performance Enhancement Specialist

(NASM) National Academy of Sports Medicine

CSNC - Certified Sports Nutrition Coach

(NASM) National Academy of Sports Medicine

PPSC Mobility - Mobility Specialist

(PPSC) Pain-Free Performance Specialist Certification

Functional Anatomy -

(NASM) National Academy of Sports Medicine

CPT - Certified Personal Trainer, Level 1 Group Training

(SMART) Scientific Management Anatomic Responsive Training

Running Coach -

(ISSA) International Sports Sciences Association

Specialist in Strength And Conditioning -

(ISSA) International Sports Sciences Association

Nutritionist -

(ISSA) International Sports Sciences Association

Tactical Conditioning Specialist -

(ISSA) International Sports Sciences Association

Youth Fitness Trainer -

(ISSA) International Sports Sciences Association

CPT - Certified Personal Trainer

(ISSA) International Sports Sciences Association

Level A CPR/AED, First Aid -

St. John Ambulance
Winnipeg, MB

Skills

  • Fitness Testing and Physical Assessments
  • Military-Style Training
  • Nutrition Coaching
  • Performance Monitoring and Optimization
  • Strength, Conditioning and Agility Training
  • Skate Sharpening and Equipment Maintenance
  • Public Speaking
  • Team Player

Languages

French
English

About Me

Strength and Development Coach with over 10 years experience training and developing elite-level athletes. Has a demonstrated ability for significantly improving athletic performance by determining weak areas that require targeted training. Can successfully lead high-energy training sessions ranging from individual to large groups of athletes, while motivating them to work hard and remain focused.

References

Carson Shields

Certified NHLPA Agent

Wingman Hockey Group

(204) 979-2505

carson@wingman.group

Kevin Lansard

Director of Hockey Operations

Niverville Nighthawks (MJHL)

(204) 471-3390

Carey Wilson

NHL Player, Retired

Calgary Flames, New York Rangers, Hartford Whalers

Carey Wilson Hockey Development

(204) 794-0178

cjw4433@gmail.com

Harry Mahesh
NHL/AHL Assistant Coach
Toronto Maple Leafs, Abbotsford Canucks
(604) 442-3203

harrysmahesh@gmail.com

Timeline

Fitness Testing Coordinator

Winnipeg Blues and Monarchs, MJHL
07.2025 - 07.2025

Guest Strength and Conditioning Coach

Winnipeg Jets, NHL
06.2025 - 07.2025

Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

Niverville Nighthawks, MJHL
06.2024 - Current

Physical Fitness Specialist

WHL Combine Fitness Testing
08.2023 - 08.2023

Certified Trainer and Equipment Manager

SJHL/MJHL Showcase
01.2023 - 01.2025

Certified Trainer and Equipment Manager

MJHL Top Prospects Showcase
11.2022 - 11.2022

Strength and Conditioning Coach

Dakota Collegiate Hockey Academy
10.2022 - Current

Certified Trainer and Equipment Manager

MJHL Player Development Camp
07.2022 - 07.2025

Player Development and Sports Science Coach

Niverville Nighthawks, MJHL
03.2021 - 06.2024

Strength and Conditioning Coach

Team Prep Starz
10.2018 - Current

Equipment Manager

Pro Connexion Hockey
07.2008 - 07.2009

Skills And Development Coach

Carey Wilson Hockey Development
09.2005 - 09.2011

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

University of New Brunswick

Red Seal Endorsed - Construction Electrician

Red River College

Exercise Theory -

University of Manitoba

Master Trainer -

(ISSA) International Sports Sciences Association

PN1-NC - Precision Nutrition Level 1 Nutrition Coach

(PN) Precision Nutrition

PES - Performance Enhancement Specialist

(NASM) National Academy of Sports Medicine

CSNC - Certified Sports Nutrition Coach

(NASM) National Academy of Sports Medicine

PPSC Mobility - Mobility Specialist

(PPSC) Pain-Free Performance Specialist Certification

Functional Anatomy -

(NASM) National Academy of Sports Medicine

CPT - Certified Personal Trainer, Level 1 Group Training

(SMART) Scientific Management Anatomic Responsive Training

Running Coach -

(ISSA) International Sports Sciences Association

Specialist in Strength And Conditioning -

(ISSA) International Sports Sciences Association

Nutritionist -

(ISSA) International Sports Sciences Association

Tactical Conditioning Specialist -

(ISSA) International Sports Sciences Association

Youth Fitness Trainer -

(ISSA) International Sports Sciences Association

CPT - Certified Personal Trainer

(ISSA) International Sports Sciences Association

Level A CPR/AED, First Aid -

St. John Ambulance
Rob Pambrun