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Hi, I’m
Debra Morrison-Goate
Aquatic Program Directrix & Sport Performance Psychology Counselor
Summary
Dedicated aquatics manager, coach and teacher with impressive expertise and certification. Energetic professional with robust background in sport psychology counseling. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to supporting others to come through their suffering and find clarity and joy. Always purpose-driven and passionate about the work, known to be a "fire-starter" when developing new areas of business . With over 25 years of dedicated managing and mentoring experience.
Teaching and counseling is my life purpose and I put all I can into ensuring that the knowledge, experience and skills I have acquired, can be passed on to my clients of all ages, background and abilities. My vision is to assist individuals and groups to advance their awareness and abilities, so that they can realize their fullest potential, in any aspect they strive to achieve.
“To educate is to bring out and reflect that which was already within the self.”
Overview
27
years of professional experience
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Aqua Athele
Prorgam Directrix, Site Supervisor and Snr Teacher
01.2000 - 12.2023
Job overview
- Outstanding development and progression of all swimmers at all levels: from todswim - CGA L3.
- Connected with all and every client and fulfilled their goals and needs.
- Ability to connect, support and ensure safety and learning of all clients from age > 0 - 80+
- In-depth knowledge, understanding and ability to teach and coach aquatics.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures, leading to an overall increase in effectiveness.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
- Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
- Handled client complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
- Boosted team performance by developing customer service training materials and conducting service training.
- Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
- Solicited client feedback to identify and improve on areas of weakness.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
Self-employeed
Sport Counseling/ Sport Psychology
1 2003 - Current
Job overview
- Provide sport counseling to various sporting individuals and teams, Assessment, Observation, Research, Needs analysis, Program design, Mental skills training, Counselling, Workshops education and facilitation, Event and competition preparation
- Sporting contexts and level of athlete(s): International swimming, International waterpolo, International triathletes, National swimming, National waterpolo, National netball, National tennis, National Jiu-Jitsu and mixed martial arts, Club and Varsity cricket, Club and Varsity tennis, Club and Varsity netball, Club and Varsity athletics, Club and Varsity basketball, Club and Varsity rowing, Club waterpolo, Club swimming, Provincial u21 Rugby
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Reduced the number of crisis situations by proactively addressing potential triggers and risk factors.
- Encouraged peer support among clients by fostering an inclusive and non-judgmental atmosphere in group settings.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on best practices in mental health counseling, attending conferences and participating in professional development opportunities.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing effective counseling techniques and strategies.
- Supervised meetings with family members to help create support system for clients.
Headstart Swimming
Self-employed
02.1997 - 12.2013
Job overview
- Swimming Teacher: Learn-to-Swim instructor, Learn-to- Stroke,Stroke development instructor & Coach
- Outstanding development and progression of all swimmers at all levels.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
CEAK
Self-employed
01.2011 - Current
Job overview
- Transformational Kinesiology Practitioner, Health/Applied Kinesiology Practitioner, Sport Psychology Counsellor, Spiritual & Life Guidance Counsellor: Sub-clinical health syndrome identification, Remedy protocol suggestion, Emotional blocks identification, processing, clearing and release, Belief system blocks- and limitation identification and elimination, Spiritual and life guidance, Counselling
Swimming SA, CGA, EGA, ASCA, Aqua Athlete Etc
Independent speaker
6 2012 - Current
Job overview
- Conference speaker, Workshop facilitator, Guest speaker: Learn-to-Swim, Sport Psychology aspects, Facilitator: Sport Psychology modules, Progressive style of Learn-to-Swim
- Connected with attendees through empathetic listening and genuine responses during Q&A sessions.
- Received consistently positive feedback from event attendees, leading to numerous invitations for future engagements.
- Collaborated closely with event organizers to ensure seamless integration of messaging into overall program goals.
- Delivered high-quality presentations for diverse audiences, driving increased brand awareness and interest.
- Established credibility as a speaker by conducting thorough research on industry trends and relevant topics.
- Demonstrated expertise in subject matter through staying current on industry developments and maintaining strong relationships with fellow professionals in the field.
- Expanded professional network through active participation in industry conferences, workshops, and seminars.
- Earned recognition as a sought-after speaker due to consistently delivering compelling presentations that resonated with audiences.
- Implemented stories and anecdotes into speeches to make information more entertaining.
- Maximized impact of message delivery by employing persuasive communication strategies tailored to specific audiences demographics.
- Secured lucrative speaking contracts through effective negotiation skills and proven track record of successful events.
- Continuously refined speaking skills through ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops or coaching sessions.
Dr. Kromhout's Kinesiology & Energy Healing
Independent contractor
05.2011 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Assistant lecturer, Practical skill instructor, Assistant workshop co-ordinator: Assisting with the application of practical learning of course material, Skills development for kinesiology and energy healing courses, Organization and co-ordination of workshop
Deloitte S.A. (& Sasol)
Independent contractor
10.2014 - 02.2017
Job overview
- Workshop Facilitator: Facilitation of corporate wellness and energy workshops
Make-up Stars
Professional Make-up
03.2000 - 03.2013
Job overview
- Owner, Lecturer, Sales & Workshop Co-ordinator: Setting syllabus, Staff training, Lecturing, Demonstrations, Business operations, Accounts, Setting up of workshop venue, Registration of clients, Sales of products
University of Johannesburg
Intern
10.2004 - 09.2005
Job overview
- Sport Counsellor (UJ): Provide various sporting codes with mental skills training, Needs analysis and assessment, Sport counseling on a team and individual basis
Vuka Ukhanye Africa
Intern
10.2004 - 07.2005
Job overview
- Sport Counsellor (NGO): Counselling for Schools, Learners, Teachers, General public in the field of Sport counseling, Trauma counseling, Family counseling, HIV/AIDS counseling
- Activities also included Needs analysis, Project development and design, Program implementation, monitoring and evaluation, Event management and co-ordination, Budgeting and administration, Leadership and communications
Aqua Elite
Employed
10.1998 - 03.2002
Job overview
- Swimming coach: Fitness trainer, Stroke development
Central Gauteng Waterpolo Board
League Secretary
10.1998 - 01.2000
Job overview
- Organization and administration of Matches, Referees, Accounts, Venue
Education
Randpark High School
Matric with Exemption - University entrance
01.1993 - 1996.01
London Business & Management School
Diploma in Sport Management - passed with distinction
01.1997
Rand Afrikaans University – RAU
B.A. in Sport Psychology - Cum Laude (with distinction)
01.1998 - 2000.01
Rand Afrikaans University – RAU
BA - Honours - Psychology
01.2001
Rand Afrikaans University – RAU
M.A. – Research
01.2003
University of Johannesburg - UJ
B.A. HONS (PSYCH) – BPSYCH Registered Counselor
01.2004 - 2006.01
Spencer Institute
Certified Sport Psychology Coach
04.2019 - Current
Spencer Institute
Certified Stress Management Coach
04.2020 - Current
Skills
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
undefinedAdditional Courses & Education Updating
- Swimming South Africa - Learn-to Swim, 1998, 2010
- Central Gauteng Waterpolo Board - Provincial & Club Referee, 1998
- Renee's Institute of Fitness Professionals - Aerobics Instructor, 1998
- National Department of Sport & Recreation - Sports Leader, 1998
- National Department of Sport & Recreation - Sports Administration Level 1, 1999
- South African Lifesaving - Bronze Certificate in Lifesaving, 1999
- Resuscitation Council of South Africa - Occupational Emergency Care, 2000, 2003, 2006
- Health Professionals Council of South Africa - Registered Counsellor Board Exam – Sport Counselling, 2007
- Manifesting Change - Mike Dooley, 2007
- Set Your Champion Free - Lisa Nichols, 2007
- Discovery Your Power - Dr. John Demartini, 2007
- The SGR Program - Bob Proctor, 2007
- Resusitation Council of South Africa - First Aid and Emergency Trauma Care, 2009, 2012
- Mind Power - Robin Banks, 2010
- Frans Kromhout - Kinesiology and Energy Healing level 1, 2010
- Frans Kromhout - Kinesiology and Energy Healing level 2, 2010
- Swimming South Africa - LTS program – RPL, 2011
- South African Red Cross Society - Level 1 first aid, 2011
- Swim America/ ASCA - LTS, 2013
- Swim America/ ASCA - Site Supervisor, 2013
- Swimming Teachers & Coaches Conference, 2013
- Break-through Experience - Dr. Demartini, 2013
- Education Conference: swimming, 2014
- Swimming South Africa - CGA timekeeper, 2014
- First aid - level one emergency care, 2014
- National Teachers & Coaches Conference, 2016
- Child Protection & Long-Term Participation Development, 2016
- Progressive style of Learn-to-Swim, 2016
- CPR, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023
- 10-day meditation, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2024
- Sport Performance Psychology Summit (2nd), 2017
- Sport Performance Psychology Summit (3rd), 2018
- First aid level one, 2018, 2021
- Swim America – coaching level one, 2018
- Swim Coaches Conference, 2019
- Child Protection & Long-Term Participation Development, 2019, 2021, 2023
- Progressive Drills for LTStroke, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
- Great Teacher Manifesto, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
- Mental Mastery for Everyone, 2021, 2022
- Child Protection & Long-Term Participation Development, 2021, 2023
- FINA Rules Explained, 2023
Personal Qualities
- Driven
- Determined
- Passionate
- Dynamic
- Intelligent
- Personable
- Amiable
- Organized
- Timeous
- Reliable
- Confident
- Compassionate
Relevant Employment History
- Independent speaker to Swimming SA, Central Gauteng Aquatics, Eastern Gauteng Aquatics, SwimCoach in Africa & Aqua Athlete Swimming Club, Conference speaker, Johannesburg, 06/2012, present
- Independent contractor to Deloitte S.A. (& Sasol), Workshop Facilitator, Johannesburg, 10/2014, 02/2017
- Independent contractor to Dr. Kromhout's Kinesiology & Energy Healing, Assistant lecturer, Practical skill instructor, Assistant workshop co-ordinator, Houghton, JHB, 05/2011, 2018
- Self-employed under CEAK, Transformational Kinesiology Practitioner, Health/Applied Kinesiology Practitioner, Sport Psychology Counsellor, Spiritual & Life Guidance Counsellor, JHB, PTA, KZN & INT, 01/2011, present
- Employed under Aqua Athlete, Partner/Manager/Senior Swimming Instructor, Helderfontein, Johannesburg, 01/2019, 12/2023
- Employed under Aqua Athlete, Manager/Senior Swimming Instructor, Bryanston, Johannesburg, 01/2013, 05/2017
- Self-employed under Aqua Athlete, Owner/Manager/Instructor/Coach, Fourways, Johannesburg, 01/2007, 08/2012
- Self-employed under Headstart Swimming, Owner/Manager/Instructor, Randburg, Johannesburg, 01/2002, 06/2007
- Self-employed under Headstart Swimming, Swimming Teacher, Kyasands, Johannesburg, 10/2002, 12/2013
- Self-employed under Headstart Swimming, Swimming Teacher, Cliffview, Johannesburg, 01/2000, 12/2002
- Self-employed under Headstart Swimming, Swimming Teacher, Cresta, Johannesburg, 10/2000, 03/2003
- Employed under Aqua Elite, Swimming coach, Fitness trainer, Stroke development, Randpark Ridge, Johannesburg, 10/1998, 03/2002
- Vuka Ukhanye Africa, Intern – Sport Counsellor (NGO), Soweto, Johannesburg, 10/2004, 07/2005
- University of Johannesburg, Intern – Sport Counsellor (UJ), Auckland Park, Johannesburg, 10/2004, 09/2005
- Sport Counselling/ Sport Psychology, Johannesburg, 2003, present
- Central Gauteng Waterpolo Board, League Secretary – Ladies & u20 League, Randburg, Johannesburg, 10/1998, 01/2000
- Make-up Stars, Professional Make-up, Johannesburg & PTA, 03/2000, 03/2013
Employment References
- Aqua Athlete (1998-2023), Adrian Goate, 083-226-4313, adrian@aquaathlete.co.za
- Central Gauteng Aquatics (2006-2023), Janet Volkel, 083-442-0850, janetvokel@3gi.co.za
- Aqua Athlete Club Secretary (2020 -2023), Michele Goate, 073-549-6409, club-secretary@aquaathlete.co.za
- Aqua Elite & Headstart Swimming (1998-2014), Adrian Goate, 083-226-4313, goate@mweb.co.za
- Swim Coach in Africa/ASCA, Cheryl McLellan, +32 479 31 43 65, cheryl@swimcoach.co.za
- Meadowlands Police Station/ Vuka Ukhanye Africa (NGO) (2004-2005), Director Nico Snyman, 082-822-6585
- Eastern Gauteng Aquatics, Shirley Leech, 083-506-7149, administrator@easterngautengaquatics.co.za
- University of Johannesburg (2000-2005), Dr. Leon Van Niekerk, leonvn@ufh.ac.za (Prof at University of Fort Hare)
- Dr. Kromhout's Kinesiology (2010-2018), Dr. Frans Kromhout, 021-439-6193, frans@franskromhout.co.za
- Energy Journey @ Deloitte (2014-2016), Marisa Fahrina-Lloyd, 082-898-7739, mfarinhalloyd@deloitte.co.za
- Make-up Stars/ Professional Make-up (2000-2014), Debbie Jean, 082-804-2748, debbiejean2@gmail.com
Full Name
Debra Cavell Morrison-Goate
Identity Number
7803210204087
Citizenship
South African
Home Language
English
Other Languages
Afrikaans, basic Spanish
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Johannesburg, South Africa
- Date of Birth: 03/21/78
- Driving License: Code EB (08)
Interests
Education (in-depth)
1993-1996 Randpark High School. Randpark Ridge, Randburg, JHB
Matric with Exemption - University entrance
Subjects:
English
Afrikaans
Mathematics
Science
Biology
Geography
1997 London Business & Management School Orange Grove, JHB
Diploma in Sport Management - passed with distinction
Subjects:
Marketing & Sponsorship
Coaching & Training
Nutrition
Sports Development & Management
Sports Psychology
Sports Medicine
1998-2000 Rand Afrikaans University – RAU Auckland Park, JHB
B.A. in Sport Psychology - Cum Laude (with distinction)
Triple Major subjects:
Human Movement Studies
Psychology
Sport Psychology
- all passed with distinction
2001 Rand Afrikaans University – RAU Auckland Park, JHB
BA - Honours - Psychology
*6 subjects passed with distinction.
Year average of 72,4%
2003- Rand Afrikaans University – RAU Auckland Park, JHB
(*on hold) M.A. – Research
Dissertation: Sport Psychology: confidence as a source of strength to counter competitive sport anxiety in elite swimmers – a fortigenic approach.
*On hold (to be completed in the near future)
2004-2006 Rand Afrikaans University – RAU Auckland Park, JHB
B.A. HONS (PSYCH) – Sport Counselling
-average of 75% (distinction)
6 Exams passed with distinction
Completed a 3-month practical in Meadowlands, Soweto and at RAU Sport.
Completed internship in Meadowlands, Soweto and UJ Sport (January – June, 2005).
Worked as intern for NGO Vuka Ukhanye Africa- sport counsellor and general counsellor to general public and schools.
Worked as an intern for University of Johannesburg providing sport counselling on team and individual basis to several sports codes.
Research Essay – Mental Skills Level of Elite Athletic Teams and Cricket Teams of RAU.
2007
Health Professionals Council of South Africa
Registered Counsellor Board Exam – Sport Counselling 80%
Apr 2019-present Spencer Institute Santa Margarita, CA, USA
Certified Sport Psychology Coach
(online certification - ongoing)
Apr 2020-present Spencer Institute Santa Margarita, CA, USA
Certified Stress Management Coach
(online certification - ongoing)
Timeline
Spencer Institute
Certified Stress Management Coach
04.2020 - Current
Spencer Institute
Certified Sport Psychology Coach
04.2019 - Current
Independent contractor
Deloitte S.A. (& Sasol)
10.2014 - 02.2017
Independent contractor
Dr. Kromhout's Kinesiology & Energy Healing
05.2011 - 01.2018
Self-employed
CEAK
01.2011 - Current
Intern
University of Johannesburg
10.2004 - 09.2005
Intern
Vuka Ukhanye Africa
10.2004 - 07.2005
University of Johannesburg - UJ
B.A. HONS (PSYCH) – BPSYCH Registered Counselor
01.2004 - 2006.01
Rand Afrikaans University – RAU
M.A. – Research
01.2003
Rand Afrikaans University – RAU
BA - Honours - Psychology
01.2001
Professional Make-up
Make-up Stars
03.2000 - 03.2013
Prorgam Directrix, Site Supervisor and Snr Teacher
Aqua Athele
01.2000 - 12.2023
Employed
Aqua Elite
10.1998 - 03.2002
League Secretary
Central Gauteng Waterpolo Board
10.1998 - 01.2000
Rand Afrikaans University – RAU
B.A. in Sport Psychology - Cum Laude (with distinction)
01.1998 - 2000.01
Self-employed
Headstart Swimming
02.1997 - 12.2013
London Business & Management School
Diploma in Sport Management - passed with distinction
01.1997
Randpark High School
Matric with Exemption - University entrance
01.1993 - 1996.01
Sport Counseling/ Sport Psychology
Self-employeed
1 2003 - Current
Independent speaker
Swimming SA, CGA, EGA, ASCA, Aqua Athlete Etc
6 2012 - Current
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