Kamilla Vaksman
Coach, Educator
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Motivated and responsible Fencing Coach, Educator, and Administrator with 8+ years of experience, extensively trained in fitness, nutrition, health education and facility management. Adapting the latest and most effective techniques of modern athletic training to address the needs of athletes. Specializes in working with youth athletes, collegiate athletes, teenage girls, and women.
Overview
3
3
Languages
4
4
Certifications
18
18
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Coach
Massialas Foundation Mteam Fencing
San Francisco, CA
09.2017 - Current
- Cultivated community and media relations through social media and other communication channels to support program.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Organized and supervised games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
Yoga Coach
Columbia University
New York, NY
01.2016 - 02.2017
- Developed safe and effective exercise programs for the varsity team athletes.
- Motivated athletes to achieve their personal fitness goals through developing and modifying routines.
- Educated athletes on effective ways to exercise while on business travel, at home and on vacation.
- Developed a yoga program for experienced fencers centered around rehabilitation and recovery through strength & flexibility training, and mind-body cohesion training.
Assistant Coach
Fencers Club
New York, NY
09.2013 - 01.2017
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
- Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience and respect for others.
- Readied athletes for tough tournaments by implementing coordinated regimens of practices and physical conditioning.
- Enforced discipline both on and off the fencing strip to lead athletes with highest personal standards.
- Traveled nationally and internationally to coach junior athletes at high level competitive events.
Education
Master of Science - Sports Management
Moscow State University of Railway Engineering
Moscow, Russia 09.2009 - 06.2021
Master of Physical Education (MPeD) - Physical Education
Volga Region State Academy of Physical Culture
Kazan, Tatarstan, Russia 09.2015 - 06.2021
Skills
Facility Maintenance
Team Bonding
Personal discipline
Motivational leadership style
Program planning
Youth mentor
First Aid and CPR
Russian fluency
Special events planning
Athlete safety
Adaptable nature
Continuous improvements
Parent interaction
Classroom management
Scheduling
Planning and Coordination
Teambuilding
Accomplishments
- 2012 Olympic Silver Medalist (T)
- 2012 European Championships Silver Medalist (I)
- 2011 World University Games Champion (I)
Certification
Certified Yoga Instructor
Timeline
Assistant Coach
Massialas Foundation Mteam Fencing
09.2017 - Current
Yoga Coach
Columbia University
01.2016 - 02.2017
Master of Physical Education (MPeD) - Physical Education
Volga Region State Academy of Physical Culture
09.2015 - 06.2021
Assistant Coach
Fencers Club
09.2013 - 01.2017
Master of Science - Sports Management
Moscow State University of Railway Engineering
09.2009 - 06.2021