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Lionel Valin

Lionel Valin

Colchester ,Essex

Summary

Enthusiastic Cyclist, Skilled Bike mechanics, Elite Professional fitness instructor with 5 years of experience in Indoor cycling coaching, both at military gyms and British Fitness and Health centres, with a genuine passion for supporting people in their journey back to fitness through wellbeing, both promoting physical development and mental health.

Proactive individual with knack for leadership and communication, strong organisational skills, eager to inspire and guide groups on cycling adventures in a safe and enjoyable environment.

Ready to make positive impact in Cycle Ride Leader role.


Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Bike mechanic

Essec Pedal Power
Colchester, Essex
03.2024 - Current


  • Demonstrated advanced knowledge of various bike models to assist EPP Colchester staff, performing troubleshooting and repair on diverse bicycle makes and models, both new (bike building) and second-hand (renovations).
  • Collaborated effectively with team members during multiple outdoor activities, achieving high-quality outcomes during diverse bike kitchens, including site set-ups and bike deliveries.
  • Maintained organised work space to enhance working conditions and prevent safety hazards, including clearing up workshop backyard area and participating into bike shelters building.

Elite Indoor Group Cycling Instructor

Athleticum UK and Ireland
Colchester, Essex
12.2020 - Current
  • Participated into Spinning International events supporting charities such as TBEW 2025 (The Big Eastern Weekender, raising funds for "MAGPAS Air Ambulances" and "My Wish Charity" supporting paediatric diabetes).
  • Co-celebrated "Iain McKendry's 10th Anniversary of Spinning training", a young adult diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, in Edinburgh, Jul 2025.
  • Fostered positive learning environment by implementing interactive teaching methods, especially design for special populations (Menopause and Andropause audiences, pregnancy and post-surgery back to fitness, elder population with osteoarthritis issues, young adults with disabilities).

Head of Digital Office

French Air and Space Force
Lyon, France
09.2022 - 08.2023
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions, to deliver responsive and innovative systems .
  • Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels in Cyberdefense and Digital Transformation.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines, including engineering advice and logistic support to short notice deployments and standby structures.


Franco British Liaison Officer

Royal Air Force Head Quarters
High Wycombe , Buckinghamshire
08.2019 - 08.2022


  • Conducted successful studies about developing French counterpart of UK Air Cadets called FR Youth Air Squadrons.
  • Communicated regularly with team members, both British and French, ensured alignment with corporate goals.
  • Facilitated dialogue with National Team Leaders and Military Industry Representative for better decision making.
  • Acted as key point of contact with partners, contributing to positive relationships.
  • Coordinated meetings between stakeholders, improved communication and understanding.
  • Worked closely with management teams-enabled effective strategic planning.

Education

Higher National Diploma - Fitness

Elite Level 3 Spinning Instructor
Athleticum UK and Ireland
12.2020 - 08.2025

Higher National Diploma - Operations Management

NATO Center of Excellence
Lyon
09.2023

Higher National Diploma - Aeronautical Engineering & Logistics

French Air Force Officers Academy
Salon de Provence
09.1992

Skills


  • Passionate cyclist, Bike mechanic and Elite indoor group cycling instructor
  • Former military with tactical vehicles driving licences, including 4x4 vans
  • Actual volunteering, Charity events support
  • Experience in recruitment and youth development
  • Personal trainer dedicated to special populations with physical restrictions and/or mental disabilities
  • Communication skills, Public speaking,
  • Team building, Stakeholder and database management,
  • Strategic and operational planning experience
  • Multilingual and International Relationship knowledge
  • Resourcefulness, Open friendly, Motivational and Wellbeing focused

Languages

French
Native
English
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Bike mechanic

Essec Pedal Power
03.2024 - Current

Head of Digital Office

French Air and Space Force
09.2022 - 08.2023

Elite Indoor Group Cycling Instructor

Athleticum UK and Ireland
12.2020 - Current

Higher National Diploma - Fitness

Elite Level 3 Spinning Instructor
12.2020 - 08.2025

Franco British Liaison Officer

Royal Air Force Head Quarters
08.2019 - 08.2022

Higher National Diploma - Operations Management

NATO Center of Excellence

Higher National Diploma - Aeronautical Engineering & Logistics

French Air Force Officers Academy

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