Braxton Taua
Brisbane,Bell Bird Park
Summary
I developed a deep love and interest for sports and well being at an early age. Since I've followed this path I have gained the knowledge to contribute to the improvement of a healthy lifestyle. I really enjoy watching others grow, by helping clients advance their knowledge, abilities and health by living a positive life, as it does for myself.
MultI-talented fItness leader wIth a successful hIstory helping individuals of all backgrounds improve health, fitness and overall well-being. Im an experienced Sports Coach with a proven track record at North Canterbury Sports Trust and Canterbury Rugby, specializing in athlete development, healthy lifestyle and effective communication. Inspiring in adapting coaching strategies to enhance team performance and individual skills, notably through feedback delivery and sport-specific knowledge. i also have experience in mentoring new coaches by fostering a collaborative and positive environment for sports and well being.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Coach
North Canterbury Sports Trust
07.2023 - Current
- Adapted coaching style based on individual learning preferences of athletes for more effective instruction leading better understanding key concepts techniques required optimal performance.
- Give health and living advice to my clients.
- Trained and mentored new coaches on fundamentals of coaching to apply best practices and strategies.
- Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute successful training sessions.
- Fostered a positive team environment with consistent communication and motivational tactics.
- Developed players'' skills through personalized training sessions for improved game results.
- Recommended and ordered equipment and supplies. Createdcreated a fun/positive environment for primary aged kids to thrive in.
Resource Coach
Canterbury Rugby
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Trained and mentored new coaches on fundamentals of coaching to apply best practices and strategies.
- Increased athlete''s skills development through individualized training plans based on each player''s strengths and weaknesses.
- Provided feedback to coaches to improve teaching techniques and increase drive to succeed.
- Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
- Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall program improvement.
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective coaching strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Sports Coaching - Health Sciences
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZHigh School Diploma -
Rangiora High School
Rangiora, NZ12.2018
Skills
- Feedback Delivery
- Sport-Specific Knowledge
- Sports fundamentals
- Effective Communication
- Athlete Development
- Motivation Techniques
- Physical Conditioning
Accomplishments
- Coach of the U16 Canterbury Representative rugby football team (2021-2022).
- Premier Canterbury Maori rugby representative (2019-2021).
- Canterbury Tennis representative (2012-2015).
- Ran successful fitness classes (2023-2024)
- Two years of university, studying sports coaching and health science (2019-2021)
References
Craig mullan,
phone: 0276334219
craigmullan@ncrugby.co.nz
Wendy Cathcart,
Phone:0272289441
Languages
Maori
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sports Coach
North Canterbury Sports Trust
07.2023 - Current
Resource Coach
Canterbury Rugby
01.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Sports Coaching - Health Sciences
University of Canterbury
High School Diploma -
Rangiora High School
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