Zanele Vimbela
Sport Coach And Sport Promoter
Aliwal North
Summary
Experienced Spar Netball player and overall sports enthusiast. Possesses background in coaching various sports teams with focus on player development and strategic game planning. Demonstrated ability to mentor athletes and foster teamwork, while consistently improving individual and team performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Sports Coach
TotalNet Academy
01.2017 - Current
- Promoted sportsmanship, teamwork, and positive attitudes among athletes both on and off the field.
- Increased player skill levels with the implementation of targeted drills and practice sessions.
- Adapted coaching style based on individual learning preferences of athletes for more effective instruction leading better understanding key concepts techniques required optimal performance.
- Established partnerships with local businesses to secure sponsorship deals that supported the financial needs of the sports program while also benefiting community partners.
- Designed specialized strength and conditioning programs tailored to each athlete''s needs, contributing to improved overall physical fitness levels and reduced injury rates.
- Enhanced athlete performance by developing tailored training programs and providing individualized feedback.
- Maintained up-to-date records of athlete progressions, attendance, accomplishments, and areas needing improvement for continued growth.
- Collaborated with other coaches to share knowledge, resources, and best practices for improved coaching strategies across various sports disciplines.
- Coordinated travel logistics for away games, ensuring timely transportation, accommodations, meals arrangements were made efficiently without disrupting team focus or morale.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Assisted in developing marketing materials to promote coaching services.
Senior Fitness Specialist
TotalNet Academy
01.2017 - Current
- Promoted a positive workout environment by maintaining clean, organized, and fully operational fitness facilities.
- Maintained current knowledge of industry best practices and certifications through ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, webinars, and conferences.
- Expanded services offered at the fitness center by researching industry trends and incorporating popular modalities such as functional training or HIIT workouts into the program offerings.
- Mentored junior fitness specialists, sharing expertise in exercise programming and client relations to foster professional development.
- Increased member retention rates by building strong rapport with clients and consistently exceeding their expectations.
- Improved client fitness levels by developing customized exercise programs tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing the risk of injury while maximizing results.
- Coordinated special events including training bootcamp and themed workout challenges designed to boost client engagement and participation rates in various programs.
Freelance Sports Writer
Mind Interactives
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Revitalized community sports coverage by increasing assignments and revamping quality standards.
- Pitched and developed new columns, consistently increasing readership with proven sports and reporting expertise.
- Delivered authoritative sports coverage with careful attention to game facts, stats and predictions.
- Coordinated analytical sports pieces showing trends at different levels and offering insight into influences over sports like netball and basket ball.
- Collaborated with editors for timely publishing of articles, resulting in a well-organized and efficient workflow.
- Conducted research to ensure accuracy and credibility in every article, maintaining high journalistic standards.
Fitness Instructor
Virgin Active (Greenacres)
08.2015 - 09.2016
- Explained and demonstrated safe and appropriate exercises for clients of various fitness and physical abilities.
- Remained current with fitness trends and techniques to provide latest and most impactful workouts for clients.
- Assisted gym members in achieving their weight loss goals by offering nutritional guidance and meal planning advice.
- Instructed gym members about correct use of weight resistance and cardiovascular equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Honours in Sports Management
Nelson Mandela University
Gqeberha 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Human Movement Science
Nelson Mandela University
Gqeberha 04.2001 -
Skills
Game strategy
Performance analysis
Project Management
Sports psychology
Media relations
Sports enthusiast
Fitness assessments
Effective communication
Game strategy development
Refereeing and coaching
Accomplishments
- Former Spar National Netball Player (2014 - 2023)
- South African - E.C Aloes, Gauteng Golden Fireballs(2017, 2020), Gauteng Jaguars (2024 finalists)
- UK Super League - Team Bath (2018), Strathclyde Sirens (2020), Loughborough Lightning (2022, 2023 championship title)
- South African Basketball Championship (2024)
National & International Franchise Team:
Affiliations
- TotalNet netball club - 2017 - current under Ekurhuleni Region
- Celtic Finest Basketball Club - 2024
Additional Information
Mrs Melinda Goosen - Nelson Mandela University Sports Manager
Contact number: 076 396 2121
Ms Mampho Tsotetsi - TotalNet Academy Head Coach/ Director
Contact number: 060 490 1029
Virgin Active Regional Manager Greenacres:
Contact number: 041 363 1460
Timeline
Freelance Sports Writer
Mind Interactives
04.2024 - 06.2024
Sports Coach
TotalNet Academy
01.2017 - Current
Senior Fitness Specialist
TotalNet Academy
01.2017 - Current
Fitness Instructor
Virgin Active (Greenacres)
08.2015 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Honours in Sports Management
Nelson Mandela University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Human Movement Science
Nelson Mandela University
04.2001 -
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