Kristen Haakerud
Bristol,CT
Summary
Dynamic, highly motivated gymnastics professional with 20 plus years of coaching experience. 14 years as a NAWGJ official working closely with professionals around Region 6. Member of NAWGJ CT State Committee charged with training new officials and leading lectures. Experience in leotard and budget design. Seeking to share my passion with the Sylvia P family.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Head Gymnastics Coach
American Gymnastics Training Center
01.2012 - Current
- In charge of developing and leading training programs to enhance athlete performance for competitive levels 2-10.
- Structuring and implementing pre-competitive program for ages 4-7.
- Design and coordination of training schedules through out the gymnastics facility.
- Manages communication between parents, athletes, and coaches to ensure transparency.
- In charge of budgeting and design for competitive and clinic leotards.
- Planning and executing of fundraising events.
- New equipment budgeting and acquisition.
- Mentoring junior coaches, fostering professional growth and skill development.
- In-house choreographer for Floor and Beam exercise.
NAWGJ Judging Official
NAWGJ
09.2011 - Current
- CT Committee member charged with training new officials and coordinating competition schedules.
- CT State Clinician. Conducts educational opportunities for coaches and officials on performance and evaluation of compulsory routines.
- Level 10 rated official in charge of evaluating athlete performance while maintaining accuracy and an unbiased opinion.
Screenwriter
Self
2011 - Current
- Developed original scripts that engage diverse audiences.
- Collaborated with directors and producers to refine storylines and character development.
- Conducted thorough research to ensure authenticity and depth in narrative content.
My Gymnastics Judge
Nicole Langevin
09.2021 - 07.2024
- Evaluated gymnastic performances using established judging criteria for accuracy and consistency.
- Provided constructive feedback to athletes and parents via Zoom meetings.
Education
Children's Literature And Communications
Naugatuck Valley Community College
Waterbury, CTScreenwriting And Marketing
Screenwriting U
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team oriented atmosphere
- Knowledgeable in leotard design with multiple companies across the world
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Works effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Competent in Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word
- Skilled in communications with varying personality types
Timeline
My Gymnastics Judge
Nicole Langevin
09.2021 - 07.2024
Assistant Head Gymnastics Coach
American Gymnastics Training Center
01.2012 - Current
NAWGJ Judging Official
NAWGJ
09.2011 - Current
Screenwriter
Self
2011 - Current
Children's Literature And Communications
Naugatuck Valley Community College
Screenwriting And Marketing
Screenwriting U