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Thomas Annen

Edinburgh,Midlothian

Summary

Hardworking sports instructor with an impressive track record teaching athletes tennis and swimming. Continuously evaluates and makes changes to the coaching programme based on findings. Encourages good sportsmanship in all phases of athletic participation by example and through instruction. Advanced communication skills to give clear instructions to student-athletes during coaching sessions. I am also an avid gym goer, and have been for several years, immersing myself into the fitness industry in my spare time and taking care of my nutrition. I have introduced many of my peers to the gym, and have helped them on their fitness journeys, so I have a good range of knowledge of exercise science and optimal training technique.



Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Assistant tennis coach

Merchiston Tennis Club
Edinburgh , Midlothian
09.2023 - Current
  • Encouraged and promoted tennis by making lessons fun and inspiring students to improve skills.
  • Maintained safe training environments for minimised risk of injury.
  • Supported smooth running of events by arriving on-time and well-equipped.
  • Provided concise instruction for optimised athlete understanding of game rules and play strategies.

Food and Beverages assistant

Honeycomb & Co
Edinburgh , Midlothian
09.2019 - 01.2024
  • Cleared tables, wiped down and replaced cutlery between courses to limit service disruptions.
  • Placed orders and processed payments in POS systems, maintaining efficient service operations.
  • Demonstrated high standards of customer service to take and deliver accurate food, cocktail and coffee orders.
  • Employed strong interpersonal skills to handle queries relating to menus, allergies and restaurant services.

Swimming Instructor

Swimeasy Ltd
Edinburgh , Midlothian
11.2019 - 06.2023
  • Adapted teaching to suit individual and group needs for responsive swimming lesson instruction.
  • Planned and delivered swimming lessons to hundreds of learners over the years.
  • Consistently applied effective, innovative coaching methods to meet and exceed team needs.
  • Developed specialised teaching methods for swimmers with learning difficulties and disabilities.
  • Motivated individuals and groups to achieve positive results against set goals.
  • Observed swimmers abilities and gave tips on improving technique.
  • Built positive relationships with staff and swimmers to develop productive lesson environments.
  • Followed all child safety measures related to pool and water hazards.
  • Supervised and mentored new team members to build competent and confident teaching team.

Education

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Higher Modern Studies

George Waton's College
Edinburgh
08.2021 - 05.2022

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Higher History

George Watson's College
Edinburgh
08.2021 - 05.2022

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Higher English

George Waton's College
Edinburgh
08.2021 - 05.2022

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Higher German

George Waton's College
Edinburgh
08.2021 - 05.2022

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Higehr Drama

George Watsons College
Edinburgh
08.2021 - 05.2022

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Advanced Higher Drama

George Watson's College
Edinburgh
08.2022 - 05.2023

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Advanced Higher German

George Watons College
Edinburgh
08.2022 - 05.2023

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Advanced Higher Modern Studies

George Watson's College
Edinburgh
08.2022 - 05.2023

Master of Arts - International Relations

University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh
09.2023 - 03.2027

Skills

  • Multilingual
  • Leadership
  • Problem-solving
  • Team building
  • Training exercises

Timeline

Assistant tennis coach

Merchiston Tennis Club
09.2023 - Current

Master of Arts - International Relations

University of Edinburgh
09.2023 - 03.2027

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Advanced Higher Drama

George Watson's College
08.2022 - 05.2023

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Advanced Higher German

George Watons College
08.2022 - 05.2023

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Advanced Higher Modern Studies

George Watson's College
08.2022 - 05.2023

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Higher Modern Studies

George Waton's College
08.2021 - 05.2022

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Higher History

George Watson's College
08.2021 - 05.2022

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Higher English

George Waton's College
08.2021 - 05.2022

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Higher German

George Waton's College
08.2021 - 05.2022

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Higehr Drama

George Watsons College
08.2021 - 05.2022

Swimming Instructor

Swimeasy Ltd
11.2019 - 06.2023

Food and Beverages assistant

Honeycomb & Co
09.2019 - 01.2024
Thomas Annen