Gerard Le Roux
Sport & Exercise Scientist
Pretoria,GP
Summary
Goal-oriented Strength and Conditioning Coach with solid background in building and managing individual and group training programs. Experienced optimizing athletic performance through speed, strength and power conditioning. Detail-oriented, systematic and driven to achieve remarkable results with every athlete. Successful keeping athletes safe and on form. Experienced setting training goals and helping individual team members achieve personal standards. Specializing in Rugby.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Rugby Travel Academy
07.2023 - Current
- Reduced injury rates through detailed assessments, targeted mobility exercises, and proper movement pattern training.
- Served as a mentor for younger or less experienced coaches on staff, offering guidance on program planning and execution strategies.
- Stayed up-to-date on current research trends in strength and conditioning, applying new techniques as appropriate for improved results.
- Coordinated scheduling with other coaching staff members to ensure seamless integration of strength and conditioning sessions within overall practice plans.
- Increased athlete accountability by implementing attendance policies and regularly communicating expectations.
- Enhanced athlete performance by designing and implementing customized strength and conditioning programs.
- Managed administrative tasks such as maintaining accurate athlete records, tracking progress over time, updating workout templates as needed.
- Led daily training sessions for more than 80 high-performance Rugby athletes.
- Reviewed and improved nutritional habits of team members.
Personal Trainer
Elevate Fitness Silver Lakes
07.2023 - Current
- Increased client retention through consistent communication, motivation, and support.
- Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
- Educated customers on preventive care, nutrition, fitness, stress management, and ergonomics.
- Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Centurion Rugby Club
01.2023 - Current
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Developed and maintained network of professional resources to refer clients to.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Analyzed client feedback to adjust coaching sessions accordingly.
- Developed and implemented programs focused on improving power, speed and endurance.
- Enhanced functional movement pattern of each athlete.
- Implemented sport-specific conditioning drills to improve athletic capabilities in various team sports.
- Educated athletes on proper lifting technique, reducing the risk of injury during weight room sessions.
Director of Fitness and Sports Nutrition
PSI (Performance Sport Institute)
02.2021 - Current
- Enhanced overall client satisfaction by developing and implementing customized fitness programs tailored to individual needs.
- Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships among employees, promoting collaboration and teamwork in achieving company goals.
- Managed budgets effectively, allocating funds towards equipment upgrades, marketing initiatives, and employee development opportunities for maximum return on investment.
- Streamlined facility operations by conducting regular staff trainings on new fitness trends, equipment usage, and customer service best practices.
Education
3 Year Diploma - Sport & Exercise Science
ETA Collage
Stellenbosch, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Personal training background
undefinedAccomplishments
Assisted Nico du Plooy (Participant In the Youth Commonwealth Games) with Olympic weight lifting Conditioning in 2023.
Conditioned Danika Roets 1st place RSA U/16 Hammer throw 2023.
Conditioned Mari Du Raan. She made RSA fast five Netball team and participated in the Youth Commonwealth Games 2023.
Timeline
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Rugby Travel Academy
07.2023 - Current
Personal Trainer
Elevate Fitness Silver Lakes
07.2023 - Current
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Centurion Rugby Club
01.2023 - Current
Director of Fitness and Sports Nutrition
PSI (Performance Sport Institute)
02.2021 - Current
3 Year Diploma - Sport & Exercise Science
ETA Collage
04.2001 -
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