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Samarah Littlemore

Gladstone,QLD

Summary

Dedicated, hardworking coach with seven years of experience in mentoring, training, and developing athletes. Knowledgeable about correct techniques, safety requirements, coaching strategies, and first hand experience in the sport, allowing for a further understanding of both the physical and mental factors involved in gymnastics. Expertise in creating positive, healthy relationships and guiding athletes to achieve their personal and group goals. Passionate about coaching, goals to maximise performance and prevent injury through proper technique, training, and timing. Driven and high-achieving with a successful career history in acrobatic gymnastics.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Gymnastics Coach

Gladstone Gymnastics Club
07.2017 - 12.2023
  • Maintained a fun-filled atmosphere with class participants while remaining professional and focused on safety before achievement.
  • Coordinated with colleagues and coaches to determine student advancement and progress.
  • Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
  • Developed lesson plans and goal-setting for individual gymnasts to meet personal goals based on their abilities.
  • Created junior and senior-level acrobatic routines.
  • Implemented new drills and activities to increase participant engagement and growth.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve technique and performance.
  • Reported and respectfully communicated program results and issues to parents.
  • Marking and handing out report cards determining the abilities of participants and what class is recommended based on their skill level.
  • Collaborated with coaches, gymnasts, parents, and administrators to run high-quality programs.
  • Maintained equipment, facilities, and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
  • Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form and technique to aid athletes in safely building strength.
  • Instructed individual and group classes to customise needs and emphasise proper technique and safety.
  • Collaborated with physical therapists and athletic trainers to develop proper form and technique for athletes.
  • Developed positive and trusting relationships with gymnasts to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
  • Led gymnasts through losses and injuries.
  • Trained athletes in the proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
  • Utilised various coaching models and techniques to maximise success.
  • Encouraged gymnasts to find creative solutions to problems and maintain motivation.
  • Participated in team-building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
  • Provided guidance to gymnasts in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
  • Analysed client feedback to adjust coaching sessions accordingly.
  • Assisted clients with developing strategies to manage stress and increase productivity.
  • Created and implemented lesson plans based on child-led interests and curiosities, depending on each individuals skill level.
  • Ability to demonstrate skills myself while coaching when considering visual learners.
  • Ability to explain skills in various ways while coaching when considering auditory learners.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Psychological Science And Counselling

Australian College of Applied Professions (ACAP)
Brisbane, QLD
2025

High School Diploma -

Chanel College
Gladstone, QLD
2021

Skills

  • Interaction and Communication
  • Scheduling and Organisation
  • Motivation and Encouragement
  • Routine Choreography
  • Relationship Building
  • Competition Preparation
  • Positive Coaching
  • Good Sportsmanship

Accomplishments

  • Successfully choreographed acrobatic routines, scoring the equal highest artistry points in QLD.
  • Successfully created choreography for annual displays and other additional events the club may have.
  • Recipient of the 2021 and 2022 QLD state team captain for the acrobatic discipline.
  • Recipient of the 2022 Young Sportsperson Australia Day award from the Gladstone Regional Council.
  • Recipient of the Gymnastics QLD Acrobatic Gymnastics 2021 National Gymnasts of the year, alongside my partner, Skylah Carlyon.
  • Selection onto the QLD acrobatic state team ten times.
  • Winning the first place all-around 2021 level eight women's pair award at nationals.
  • Winning the first place all-around 2022 level ten women's pair award at nationals.
  • Winning the second place all-around 2023 level ten women's trio award at nationals.
  • Successfully gaining acceptance onto the Australian acrobatic team in the 11-16 international division in 2017.

Certification

  • Certified WAG beginner and intermediate coach.
  • Certified Acrobatic beginner and intermediate coach.

Affiliations

Matt Burnett

Job/Affiliations - Gladstone Mayor

Contact - mayor@gladstone.qld.gov.au | 0437086401


Shane Mortimer

Job/Affiliations - BCOUNS (coaching), Nyamudy-Ngambri Elder, Allodiary of the Australian Capital Territory, Academic Teacher, and Horasis Member.

Contact - ngambri@y7mail.com | 0432377369


Dr Bunkum

Job/Affiliations - Principal at Chanel College (Gladstone)

Contact - leadershipteam@chanelcollege.qld.edu.au | 4973400


Letitia Burton

Job/Affiliations - Gladstone Gymnastics Club Assistant Acrobatics Coach, CNW Electrical Sales Coordinator.

Contact - ldelioglanis@cnw.com.au | 0428044339


Omer Finderr

Job/Affiliations - Gladstone Gymnastics Club Head Acrobatics Coach

Contact - omer@gladstonegymnastics.org.au


Kelly O'Neill

Job/Affiliations - Hair dresser at Industry United Hair

Contact - k_one@live.com.au | 0424154244

Additional Information

Since the young age of four, I was always passionate about gymnastics. I began my gymnastics career in the WAG discipline, achieving level four. I then moved to the acrobatic discipline, where I achieved many goals I dreamed of since I was a little girl, recently retiring after nationals this year. I have always admired and looked up to my coaches throughout my many years of training and competing. From this experience, I aspire to be the same idol my coaches were to me for future gymnasts. At the legal age of fourteen, I was more than eager to begin coaching, resulting in my long-lasting employment at Gladstone Gymnastics Club. Throughout those seven years, I have immensely enjoyed working in the gymnastics community and wish to continue doing so, even after the completion of my university degree. I currently coach in GGC's steps program, including steps one through five, as well as the acrobatic program, including beginners, development, juniors, and seniors. I hold an intermediate WAG and ACR level coaching accreditation and am eager to continue expanding my qualifications. Due to my love for the sport, I would be more than happy coaching in any discipline. However, my true passion is in the acrobatic program, where I wish to continue sharing my knowledge and experience. Additionally, I have been a senior top, middle, and base in both trios and pairs, allowing for a further understanding of each position and the importance of what role they play.


Furthermore, I am currently doing a duel degree course in psychological science and counselling. Due to this and gymnastics close relation regarding the negative stigma surrounding mental health issues within the sport, my knowledge would be beneficial. I would be able to better understand the mental blocks and other mental illness struggles athletes may be facing. My studies would provide me with the additional ability to further comprehend why they may be facing this difficulty and how I can do everything within my power to assist them, working through any problems alongside them. In turn, I would be able to contribute the the already safe, welcoming, and accepting environment the club has.

Timeline

Gymnastics Coach

Gladstone Gymnastics Club
07.2017 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Psychological Science And Counselling

Australian College of Applied Professions (ACAP)

High School Diploma -

Chanel College
Samarah Littlemore