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Igor Umicevic

Abu Dhabi,UAE

Summary

Empowering professional talented at planning and delivering motivational sessions for optimal participant engagement. Builds rapport easily and nurtures inclusive environment.

Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees.

Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion. Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Personal trainer

Energy Plus
Abu Dhabi, UAE
04.2023 - Current


  • Designed and executed individual and small group exercise fitness classes and regimens.
  • Devised specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
  • Built client capabilities through strength training, cardiovascular exercise and stretching.
  • Assessed client needs and current fitness levels to devise tailored strength and weight loss plans.

Strength and conditioning coach

Private
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina
01.2009 - Current
  • Provided 1:1 personal strength training including regular goal-setting to drive clients to achieve fitness goals.
  • Created and coordinated strength and conditioning classes to energize, strengthen and increase overall client fitness levels.
  • Explained and demonstrated safe and appropriate exercises for clients of various fitness and physical abilities.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with participants by interacting with groups during fitness classes.
  • Offered personalised nutrition advice to facilitate the achievement of clients' fitness goals.
  • Adjusted clients' fitness techniques to ensure proper form, minimizing potential injuries.

Personal trainer

Personal Trainers Dubai
Abu Dhabi, UAE
09.2022 - 04.2023
  • Devised specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
  • Increased client retention by implementing successful, person-centred fitness strategies.
  • Properly educated clients to improve attainment of individualised wellness objectives.
  • Built client capabilities through strength training, cardiovascular exercise and stretching.
  • Maintained awareness of latest personal training techniques and best practices by researching trends.

Military ranger

Ministry of Defense of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina
02.2010 - 09.2022
  • Led basic reconnaissance operations and reported enemy movements to commanding officers within 3-minute timeframe.
  • Secured buildings, rooms and perimeters whilst minimizing exposure times.
  • Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises, ensuring maximum safety.
  • Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
  • Maintained security of local areas and performed route clearance for visiting high-ranking officials.
  • Developing and implementing of physical training and rehabilitation program for OPFOR unit
  • Developing and implementing of physical training and rehabilitation program for APC unit
  • Designing and executing of training programs to reduce non-combat injuries

Youth and sports program manager

Istituto Pace Sviluppo Innovazionie Acli
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina
12.2005 - 07.2006
  • Conducted community workshops to promote different programs and educate public on available services.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired staff members offering exceptional talent and brought great skills to team.
  • Educated families and community members about different topics
  • Worked with governing board to turn mandates into real-world policies and advance programme objectives.
  • Optimized operational systems to maintain effective budgets and accurate documentation for permanent records.
  • Leveraged strategic networking to create new operational opportunities.

Education

Master's degree - Kinesiotherapy

University of Banja Luka
Banja LUka
10.2018 - 05.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Sport Science

University of Banja Luka
Banja Luka
10.2012 - 06.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education

University of Bihac
Bihac/Bosnia and Herzegovina
09.2001 - 06.2007

Skills

  • Functional Movement Systems Pro Level Specialist
  • Functional Trainer Level 2
  • Karate black belt II Dan
  • Karate Coach/Master of martial arts
  • First aid trainer
  • Lifeguard trainer
  • Sport science researcher
  • Injury management

Languages

English
Fluent

Timeline

Personal trainer

Energy Plus
04.2023 - Current

Personal trainer

Personal Trainers Dubai
09.2022 - 04.2023

Master's degree - Kinesiotherapy

University of Banja Luka
10.2018 - 05.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Sport Science

University of Banja Luka
10.2012 - 06.2015

Military ranger

Ministry of Defense of Bosnia and Herzegovina
02.2010 - 09.2022

Strength and conditioning coach

Private
01.2009 - Current

Youth and sports program manager

Istituto Pace Sviluppo Innovazionie Acli
12.2005 - 07.2006

Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education

University of Bihac
09.2001 - 06.2007
Igor Umicevic