Tyler Creighton
Napier
Summary
Sport and exercise professional with a Bachelor of Health, Sport, and Human Performance (Human Performance Science) from the University of Waikato with experience in high-performance sport, athlete development, and governance. Currently completing a Master of Health Science at Massey University, researching the effects of TRPV1 activators on fatigue and cognitive performance during physical activity.
Practical experience includes supporting elite athletes as a Strength and Conditioning Intern with the Chiefs Rugby Club, leading high school programs as a Strength and Conditioning Coach, and coaching at the international level in Olympic weightlifting. In addition, I serve on the executive board of Weightlifting New Zealand, contributing to national strategy, athlete qualification planning, and preparation for international competition.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Board Member
Weightlifting New Zealand
10.2020 - Current
- Lead the development and execution of long-term strategic goals, driving the growth and advancement of weightlifting across New Zealand.
- Maintain high standards of governance and compliance, ensuring legal and ethical operations by establishing and updating policies on athlete welfare, anti-doping, competition rules, and organisational ethics.
- Oversee the financial health of the organisation, including budget approval, performance monitoring, and securing funding, to ensure effective resource allocation and sustainable sport development.
Olympic Weightlifting Coach
Weightlifting NZ
01.2019 - Current
- Coached athletes representing New Zealand at international competitions, including Olympic and Commonwealth Games qualification events.
- Led masters athletes to gold medal performances at the World Championships and World Masters Games.
- Collaborated with national coaching staff to align athlete preparation with high-performance pathways.
Performance Coach
Self-employeed
01.2019 - Current
- Coached athletes to achieve a 300 kg squat, 230 kg bench press, and 350 kg+ deadlift in powerlifting.
- Designed contest-preparation training cycles for men’s bodybuilding and women’s physique athletes, leading to podium finishes at IFBB Nationals and NABBA events.
- Coached athletes to complete ultramarathons (50–160 km), qualify for Cross-Duathlon World Championships, and achieve marathon swim finishes.
Strength & Conditioning Intern
Chiefs Rugby Team
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Supported the implementation of strength and conditioning programs for contracted and development players, contributing to group-wide increases across all key lifts.
- Delivered on-field match replacement sessions for the non-playing 23, ensuring training load and match readiness were effectively maintained across the squad.
- Collected and managed performance data (GPS tracking, heart rate monitors, force plates) to monitor workloads and recovery, contributing to team-level improvements in sprinting max velocity, countermovement jump height, Bronco test times, and other key performance metrics compared with previous seasons.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Hillcrest High School
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Designed and delivered evidence-based strength, speed, agility, power, and conditioning programs for Tier One athletes across multiple sports.
- Coached athletes on proper lifting technique, movement efficiency, and injury prevention to enhance performance and reduce injury risk.
- Conducted regular performance testing and produced detailed end-of-term athlete reports to evaluate progress and guide future training.
Assistant Retail Manager
Sportsfuel
05.2017 - 03.2020
- Provided tailored sports nutrition advice to athletes and active individuals, supporting training, recovery, and performance goals.
- Represented and promoted the brand at community and sporting events, building relationships and increasing awareness of evidence-based nutrition practices.
- Managed day-to-day store operations, including staff oversight, visual merchandising, and marketing initiatives to drive engagement and sales.
Education
Master of Health Science (Sport And Exercise) -
Massey University, Auckland
07-2026
Bachelor of Health, Sport And Human Performance -
University of Waikato, Hamilton
07-2024
Skills
- Strength and Conditioning Program Development (TeamBuildr)
- Applied Biomechanical Analysis (Kinovea)
- Performance Profiling (Vald Systems/STATSports)
- Data Visualisation/Management (R, Power BI, Smartabase)
Certification
ASCA Level 2 // First Aid Level 1
IWF Category 2 (International) // New Zealand Certificate in Aquatics Level 3
Timeline
Strength & Conditioning Intern
Chiefs Rugby Team
10.2024 - 06.2025
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Hillcrest High School
10.2024 - 06.2025
Executive Board Member
Weightlifting New Zealand
10.2020 - Current
Olympic Weightlifting Coach
Weightlifting NZ
01.2019 - Current
Performance Coach
Self-employeed
01.2019 - Current
Assistant Retail Manager
Sportsfuel
05.2017 - 03.2020
Master of Health Science (Sport And Exercise) -
Massey University, Auckland
Bachelor of Health, Sport And Human Performance -
University of Waikato, Hamilton
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