Sean Chenery
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Men's Academy & Assistant NPC Strength & Conditioning Coach
Waikato Rugby
06.2023 - Current
- Lead S&C program for academy athletes through pre/in/post-season performance training
- Enhanced athlete performance by implementing innovative and interactive training methods tailored to individual/ positional specific needs.
- Monitor and test athlete performance using sport technology equipment (ForceDecks, GymAware & SmartSpeed gates)
- Design and coach periodised programs to assist and improve their performance capabilities - Focusing on Strength, Power, Speed, Agility, Change of Direction, and Injury prevention
- Communicate and work alongside the medical team for return-to-play athletes and nutritionist to guide athletes where necessary
- Ensure training (gym & field) is planned, organised and executed on time
- Monitor athletes through various training blocks and testing protocols, whilst maintaining up-to-date data on New Zealand rugby athletes data base with full testing battery results
Head Trainer
Hautapu Rugby Sport Club
02.2023 - Current
- Plan and deliver on-field conditioning during pre- & in-season
- Monitor GPS (STATSports) during games to provide coaches and athletes with game load data. (as part of my Masters)
- Work with coaches to coordinate training sessions and ensure training sessions run smoothly and orderly
- Warm players up for training, pre-game and during the game for benched players
- Prescribe off-feet conditioning for athletes who are unable to take part in areas of training/ Return-to-play. As well as game replacements for non-playing members
- Guide and advise the assistant trainer/s where necessary.
Strength & Conditioning Internship
Chiefs Rugby
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Key role was to monitor all athlete's readiness, post-game via VALD apparatus to assist in load management for the training week ahead
- Ensuring athletes perform and maintain correct technique in a standardised position
- Indicate any inconsistencies or decreases in performance to the Head of Performance.
Trainer
Fitstop
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Working through athletic movements and coaching 'everyday athletes to improve functional movement and body performance
- Carried out progressive gym-based sessions including 3RPM testing on compound movements while ensuring clients are using correct movement patterns and technique.
Academy Trainer
Huskiez Rugby
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Train the Women's Huskiez rugby academy in the gym as part of a Fitstop sponsorship where I focus predominantly on strength training and injury prevention
- Ensure technique is maintained throughout sessions while educating the young athletes about targeting specific muscle groups
- Apply progressions and regressions where necessary for the athletes.
Personal Strength & Conditioning Coach
10.2022 - 01.2023
Trainer
F45 Training
07.2021 - 11.2022
Education
Master of Science - Strength & Conditioning (On Going)
Wintec
Bachelor of Science - Sport Science & Human Performance
Wintec
2023
Personal Training Certificate Lv. 4
Otago Polytechnic
2020
St Peter's School Cambridge
2018
Skills
Technique instruction
Problem-Solving
Time Management
Reliability
Excellent Communication
Team Collaboration
Organizational Skills
Relationship Building
Periodization Planning
CPR/First Aid Certification
Accomplishments
Waikato Rugby U19
Northern Region Champions (undefeated) - 2024
Hautapu Rugby
Premiership A Champions - 2023
Premiership A Finalist (2nd) - 2024
Awards/Recognition
Exercise New Zealand Award - Student - Top 5 Finalist, 2023
Cover Letter & Job Details
I am excited to apply for the Academy Strength and Conditioning Coach position at Hong Kong China Rugby. With experience in preparing athletes to shine at the higher levels, I have honed the skills necessary to help rugby players reach their potential. My collaborative approach, combined with a deep understanding of strength and conditioning principles and rugby, this allows me to design training programs that improve both individual performance and overall team outcomes.
Born in England, raised in Singapore, and having lived in New Zealand, I have a diverse and multicultural perspective that enables me to connect with athletes from various backgrounds, enhancing their development and performance.
I am fully prepared to relocate to Hong Kong if successful in this role. The relocation date to be discussed.
Current Annual Salary: NZD $55,000 (pro-rated)
Expected Monthly Salary: HKD $35000 negotiable
Timeline
Head of Men's Academy & Assistant NPC Strength & Conditioning Coach
Waikato Rugby
06.2023 - Current
Strength & Conditioning Internship
Chiefs Rugby
03.2023 - 06.2023
Academy Trainer
Huskiez Rugby
03.2023 - 06.2023
Head Trainer
Hautapu Rugby Sport Club
02.2023 - Current
Trainer
Fitstop
12.2022 - 12.2023
Personal Strength & Conditioning Coach
10.2022 - 01.2023
Trainer
F45 Training
07.2021 - 11.2022
Master of Science - Strength & Conditioning (On Going)
Wintec
Bachelor of Science - Sport Science & Human Performance
Wintec
Personal Training Certificate Lv. 4
Otago Polytechnic
St Peter's School Cambridge
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