Kaimana (Kai) Copperfield
Ogden,UT
Summary
Dedicated coaching professional with proven experience in athletic training, stunting mechanics and tumbling instruction. Known for fostering strong team dynamics and driving performance improvements. Emphasizes collaborative efforts and adaptability to meet evolving team needs. Skilled in technical instruction and motivational coaching.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Tumbling Coach
Rocky Mountain Tumbling and Cheer
Clearfield, UT
05.2025 - Current
- Develop individualized training programs to enhance tumbling skills and performance levels.
- Instruct athletes on proper techniques, safety protocols, and injury prevention methods.
- Mentor junior coaches and provide guidance on effective coaching strategies.
- Evaluate athlete progress through regular assessments and feedback sessions.
- Learn and understand correct spotting techniques with low to high level skills.
Traveling Cheerleading Coach
Action Spirit
San Diego, CA
05.2022 - Current
- Supported program execution and participant engagement as staff member for traveling action spirit camps.
- Facilitated skill development by teaching stunts to cheer teams across various levels.
- Designed and executed innovative elite and pyramid stunts to elevate performance standards for renowned cheerleading programs nationwide. Ex: California Allstars, Stars Vipers, Cheerforce, Cheer Athletics etc.
Cheer Alumni
Weber State University
Ogden, UT
05.2022 - 05.2025
- Weber State Cheerleader from 2022-2025
- 2x NCA Grand National Champion
- Tumble heavy athlete with coed stunting experience.
- Mascot (Waldo)
Cheerleading Coach
Empact Athletics
West Haven, UT
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Tumbling and cheer coach for junior and senior level athletes
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance athlete performance and teamwork skills.
- Mentored junior coaches, fostering professional growth and ensuring consistent coaching standards.
Cheerleading Coach
Hawaii Allstar Cheer
Kahului, HI
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Mentored young athletes to improve mental and physical characteristics within the sport.
- USASF coach and athlete certified
- Company representation in promotional and advertisement services.
- Trusted head coach to six different teams in elapsed time with the company.
- Current Hawaii Allstars choreographer for the Tuscon, Arizona location.
Education
Associate's in General Education -
Weber State University
Ogden, UT05-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Natural Sciences
University of Hawaii, Maui College
Kahului, HI05-2022
Skills
- Positive and Energetic
- Motivational leadership style
- Parental communication
- Individualized coaching
- Lesson planning
- Injury prevention
- Safety awareness
- Strength training
Accomplishments
- 2x College NCA Grand National Champion with Weber State University
- Bronze Cheerleading Worlds Champion with Mac's Allstar Cheer
- Gold Allstar Worlds Champion with Hawaii Allstars, Maui
Timeline
Tumbling Coach
Rocky Mountain Tumbling and Cheer
05.2025 - Current
Cheerleading Coach
Empact Athletics
06.2022 - 06.2024
Cheer Alumni
Weber State University
05.2022 - 05.2025
Traveling Cheerleading Coach
Action Spirit
05.2022 - Current
Cheerleading Coach
Hawaii Allstar Cheer
06.2019 - 06.2022
Associate's in General Education -
Weber State University
Associate of Applied Science - Natural Sciences
University of Hawaii, Maui College