Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
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Jason Kelly

Denver,CO

Summary

Experienced and selfless coach dedicated to guiding and mentoring athletes to surpass their potential. Skilled in instilling confidence and belief in teams to perform at their best. Passionate about helping others achieve their dreams.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Coach

Denver Barbarians 7's
Denver, Colorado
02.2023 - Current
  • Developed and implemented practice plans to ensure team success.
  • Managed staff of assistant coaches to ensure proper coaching techniques were being used during practices and games.
  • Recruited new players.
  • Organized and managed rosters & schedules.
  • Created strategies to maximize team performance during games.
  • Conducted skill development sessions for players of all abilities.
  • Analyzed opponents' strengths and weaknesses in order to build effective game plans.
  • Assisted athletes in developing mental skills such as focus, concentration, motivation, discipline, goal setting.
  • Provided feedback on player performances after each game or practice session.
  • Facilitated team meetings to discuss goals, review strategy, motivate players.
  • Maintained positive relationships between players.

Head Coach - Pittsburg Steeltoes

PR 7's
Pittsburg, PA
01.2023 - Current
  • Took an expansion team to the PR 7's Championship match in its first season.
  • Collaborated with athletic trainers regarding injury prevention strategies for athletes.
  • Developed and implemented practice plans to ensure team success.
  • Managed staff of assistant coach to ensure proper coaching techniques were being used during practices and games.
  • Recruited new players through scouting trips and camps.
  • Encouraged team spirit by organizing social activities outside of practice or competition times.
  • Created strategies to maximize team performance during games.
  • Conducted skill development sessions for players of all abilities.
  • Analyzed opponents' strengths and weaknesses in order to build effective game plans.
  • Assisted athletes in developing mental skills such as focus, concentration, motivation, discipline, goal setting.
  • Provided feedback on player performances after each game or practice session.
  • Facilitated team meetings to discuss goals, review strategy, motivate players.

Denver 7's

Rocky Mountain Rugby Union
Denver, CO
08.2015 - Current
  • Winners of the 2015, 2016, and 2024 Rugby Town 7's.
  • Awarded Coach of the tournament in 2024.
  • Selected and coached the team in the lead-up and during the tournament.
  • Developed and implemented practice plans to ensure team success.
  • Managed staff of assistant coaches to ensure proper coaching techniques were being used during practices and games.
  • Recruited new players.
  • Organized and managed rosters and schedules.
  • Created strategies to maximize team performance during games.
  • Analyzed opponents' strengths and weaknesses in order to build effective game plans.

Owner

Koru Movement Denver
Denver, CO
12.2009 - Current
  • Owner of Koru Movement. A Human Optimization and Mentorship Company.
  • At Koru Movement, we help people become better versions of their current selves through mentorship, education, and exercise.
  • Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
  • Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
  • Monitored performance of personnel against goals set forth by the company.
  • Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
  • Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
  • Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
  • Conducted performance reviews for employees on a regular basis.
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial management.

Assistant Coach - Attack

USA Rugby Collegiate All Americans
Denver, CO
07.2017 - 08.2017
  • Developed scouting reports and game plans for upcoming opponents.
  • Provided feedback to athletes on their performances in practices and competitions.
  • Conducted practice sessions and provided instruction to players on technique, strategy, and performance.
  • Analyzed video footage to identify areas of improvement for individual players or the entire squad.
  • Assisted head coach in making decisions related to personnel moves, such as player selection.

Head Coach

USA Rugby Under 20's
Denver, CO
01.2013 - 11.2013
  • Developed and implemented practice plans to ensure team success.
  • Managed staff of assistant coaches to ensure proper coaching techniques were being used during practices and games.
  • Recruited new players through scouting trips and camps.
  • Encouraged team spirit by organizing social activities outside of practice or competition times.
  • Organized and managed rosters, schedules, and travel arrangements for athletes.
  • Created strategies to maximize team performance during games.
  • Conducted skill development sessions for players of all abilities.
  • Analyzed opponents' strengths and weaknesses in order to build effective game plans.
  • Assisted athletes in developing mental skills such as focus, concentration, motivation, discipline, goal setting.
  • Provided feedback on player performances after each game or practice session.

Assistant Coach

USA Rugby Under 20's
Denver, CO
01.2011 - 10.2012
  • Assistant coach, backs, and attack for the Junior World Trophy Championship-winning side of 2012.
  • Attended staff meetings to discuss strategies, tactics, and training schedules.
  • Conducted practice sessions and provided instruction to players on technique, strategy, and performance.
  • Developed scouting reports and game plans for upcoming opponents.
  • Assisted head coach in making decisions related to personnel moves such as recruiting, player selection.
  • Analyzed video footage to identify areas of improvement for individual players or the entire squad.
  • Provided feedback to athletes on their performances in practices and competitions.
  • Assisted coach in organizing practices at home and away.
  • Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.

Skills

  • Highly adept at creating a team culture
  • Creating a sense of belonging
  • Encouraging personal development and vulnerability
  • Highly skilled at getting athletes to believe they are capable of more than they ever thought possible
  • Problem-Solving
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Verbal Communication
  • Planning
  • Collaboration
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Team building
  • Leadership
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Active Listening
  • Networking

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Head Coach

Denver Barbarians 7's
02.2023 - Current

Head Coach - Pittsburg Steeltoes

PR 7's
01.2023 - Current

Assistant Coach - Attack

USA Rugby Collegiate All Americans
07.2017 - 08.2017

Denver 7's

Rocky Mountain Rugby Union
08.2015 - Current

Head Coach

USA Rugby Under 20's
01.2013 - 11.2013

Assistant Coach

USA Rugby Under 20's
01.2011 - 10.2012

Owner

Koru Movement Denver
12.2009 - Current
Jason Kelly