Alan Ozdamar,CSCS, RKC
1732 Mackinnon Ave.
Cardiff, California 92007
(908) 247-2150
OBJECTIVE:
Seeking a challenging position, with growth opportunity, within a highly motivated company. I want to utilize my enthusiasm for movement, strong sense of intrinsic motivation and strategic forecasting to better serveyour team and clients alike.
EDUCATION:
The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, May 2009
B.S. Marketing.
G.P.A = 3.4
Professional Experience:
USA Rugby 7’sAssistant Strength and Conditioning Coach2013-Present
- Created yearly specific programs to the Sport of 7’s. Responsible for documentation of volume, intensity and creation of player profiles. This included player specific prehab/movement preparation, RPE to weight session, on field conditioning, skills sessions, and GPS monitoring of athletes during training.
- Daily biometric measurements were taken, sleep quality, stress levels, and emotional status was all documented and included in part of the player profile to develop a trend line for future performance optimization.
- Demonstrated and instructed proper acceleration/deceleration mechanics to improve efficiency. Coordinated specific top end speed mechanic drills, multi directional proprioception drills, appropriate plyometric movements, full body lifts and sport specific power developmental core work. Utilized Russian Special Forces“Systema” Training to acclimate the athlete to the most efficient way to move from a ground based position.
- Responsible for showing all athletes proper nutrition guidelines, ISSA approved supplementation, and complex restorative techniques to enhance recovery and performance.
- Worked hand in hand with the lead Physiotherapist/ATC to develop programs for injured players to support optimal return to play status. These injuriesranged from severe requiring surgery to minor requiring fascial manipulation and joint mobs. DNS, NKT and RNT were all modalities used to assist in the most effective treatment.
Adrenaline Lacrosse-(ADRENA-FIT program)-Speed and Agility Coach 2012
- Instrumental in the creation of the first ever on field strength and conditioning program specific to the sport of Lacrosse.
- Utilized unconventional tools to perform full body lifts and develop foundational strength in the youth population. These included lots of products from the SKLZ. Kettlebells, Rings, Speed Sacks, Sand Bags, Parachutes, Overspeed cords Medicine Balls, TRX’s, Rip Trainers, and body weight exercises to name a few.
- I designed the program for a 4-day split with two days being speed and agility and two days being true strength work.
- It has been ongoing for the last 12 weeks and incredible improvements in strength and agility have already been recorded. Projected length of the entire program is 5 months.
The Bishops School-Strength and Conditioning Coach (Summer Camp) 2012-2012
- Lead instructor for a Strength, Speed and Agility Camp that had campers ranging from novice to elite. Each camp class would vary between 15-25 kids.
- My goal was to teach each athlete about proper warm-ups previous to lift sessions utilizing activation, mobility and stability modalities to ensure injury risk reduction. Prior to on field speed and agility training, I would put the athletes through a full body “joint by joint” dynamic warm up.
- Instructed campers on how to perform basic plyometric movements with eccentric absorption for impact resilience, proper sprinting mechanics to streamline kinematic patterns, and designed agility drills utilizing proprioception to determine foot placement/ angle and center of gravity management.
University of California San Diego: Strength and Conditioning Internship 2012-2012
- Assisted with program design and implementation of Strength and Conditioning Programs for all athletic teams.
- Actively directed athletes to “pre-hab” common areas of dysfunction due to their specific sport and the plethora of benefits of doing so.
- Demonstrated and exacted proper execution of soft tissue therapies including SMR, joint mobilization, corrective exercise, PNF, stability and mobility exercises to improve athletic function.
- Taught proper movement mechanics to improve athletes form, increase safety of the lift, and to develop more efficient and effective results.
- Was an integral part of a UCSD work strong program which is a insurance funded rehabilitation program for the special/general population.
Flo Fitness, Westfield, New Jersey 2009-2012
Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT)/Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
- Trained athletes varying in ages from 13-30 years old. Rugby, Soccer, Baseball and Tennis predominantly. Top trained athletes went on to start as freshmen for D1 Ivy League Collegiate Programs.
- Played an integral part in training firefighters for the Linden Fire Department. This included strength and power development, EST, and job specific proprioceptive exercises.
- Created organized and executed mobility, flexibility, and S&C camps for the Westfield High School Men and Women teams. Created Strength and Conditioning programs for the Union County Rugby Football Club. They went to nationals each year following my prescription.
- Advised athletes on adequate nutritional values and NCAA approved supplementation.
- Coordinated seminars for continuing education. Brought in outside specialists to speak on topics such as Myofascial Integrity in the Athletic Population, Youth Injury Prevention Development, Age Specific Training, and Nutritional Coaching for Personal Development and Goal Achievement.
Breathe Fitness Studio, Mountainside, New Jersey 2009-2012
NASM-CPT
- Trained general population and special population clientele. Issues ranged from but were not limited to Fibromyalgia, Kyphosis, Lordosis, Diabetes, Obesity, Arthritis and Peripheral Artery Disease.
- Monitored and instructed new clients regarding safe and effective use of cardiovascular, flexibility and strength training equipment.
- Taught a variety of fitness classes in various formats, skill levels, and intensities. Specialized in Group training. This consisted of 3 clients at a time all with individual needs and wants and or goals.
- Assessed new clientele and outlined the plan they needed to follow in order to achieve their desired goals.
Professional Development:
Russian Kettlebell Certification (RKC)-2013
The Bishop School: Strength, Speed, and Agility Training Camp-2012
U.C.S.D Strength and Conditioning Internship-2012
N.E.T. (Networking - Educating - Training) Seminar at Leverage Training Center -2011
A day with Dos and Dowdell at Peak Performance NYC-2011
Peak Training & Diet Design Seminar -2011
Dr. Perry Nickelston of Stop Chasing Pain: Advanced Corrective Exercise Seminar-2010
Dr. Perry Nickelston of Stop Chasing Pain: Trigger Point Therapy Workshop-2010
Peter Twist Smart Muscle Training Seminar: Core, Agility, Speed, Balance 2010
Triad Laser Therapy: Weight Control Program-A Self Help Guide-2010
Professional References
To Whom It May Concern:
Alan Ozdamar has requested that I write him a letter of recommendation for your assistant strength and conditioning coaching position and it is my pleasure to do so. Being Alan’s intern coordinator and supervisor through his internship with UCSD Strength and Conditioning and Student Athlete Performance I feel confident that I can provide you with an accurate assessment of his skills.
Alan would be an immediate asset to your program. From a strength and conditioning coaching perspective I have noticed distinct coaching qualities in Alan that I feel are innate to coaches. He was one of my best if not the best intern that I have had the pleasure of mentoring. He was always the first to help out and lend a hand and never had to be told to do something. Along those lines he is very observant and because of that he is able to keep busy and stay ahead. Dan is very eager to learn and always takes on tasks with enthusiasm. He is diligent about the projects he is given and finishes them in a timely fashion while also taking pride in the quality of his work. It was obvious to me early on that Alan had previous experience coaching and that he possessed a passion for the profession. I think you would find him to be one of your most dependable and hardest working individuals.
From a personality standpoint, Alan showed the ability to build rapport and gain the respect of every student-athlete in every population that he was put in front of. His demeanor is down to earth but he knew how to get the attention of the athletes he was working with. I have noticed a calm confidence about him in which the student athletes seemed to respond to. Alan always did a great job in communicating what he wanted done and how it should be done in a clear and concise tone. I had complete confidence in Alan when he was with any of my teams.
In closing, Alan has outstanding qualities and all the abilities that a great coach possesses. I can say without reservation that he would be a great addition to your staff. Please feel free to contact me if I can be of any further assistance.
Sincerely,
Rudy Thomas, MS, SCCC
Director of Strength and Conditioning
University of California – San Diego
Rimac 4th Floor
9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037
858-822-2115 (office)
"Yourworkisgoingtofillalargepartofyourlife,andtheonlywaytobetrulysatisfiedistodowhatyoubelieveisgreatwork.Andtheonlywaytodogreatworkistolovewhatyoudo"
-SteveJobs
ToWhomItMayConcern,
Theabovequoteis theessenceofAlanOzdamar.Successinanyventurecomesfromdetermination, passion,integrity, character, andsteppingoutsideofyourcomfortzonebywelcomingchange.Helping otherpeoplecomes notfromthe'How'youdoit,forthereareendlessmethods tochoosefrominthat regard. Thetrueessenceofhelpingothers comesfrom 'Why'youdowhatyoudo. Trainingsomeoneto learnthe'How'is easyandcommon,buteducatingsomeoneonthe'Why'is whatmakesyougreat. AlanOzdamaris theepitomeofthe'Why'paradigm.
ItismysincerepleasuretorecommendAlanforyourprogram.Ihavetheprivilegeofbeinghisfriend andprofessionalcolleague.Inmybusiness Icomeacross manyfitness professionalsandrarelydoyou findonelikeAlan.Heloves whathedoes anditshows.Overthepastfewyears IhaveseenAlan progressinhis education,application,andteachingabilitywithclients.Yet,heis always strivingtobe better.Neversatisfiedwiththestatus quoandmotivatedtobecomebetterthanhewasyesterday.
Alanunderstands thethoughtprocessinvolvedwithassessmentandprogramdesignbasedon individualneeds.Transcending'booksmarts'to'realworld'applicationoftrainingprinciples while relatingtoanotherhumanbeingtohelpthemattaintheirpersonalgoalsis a rarity.Alanhas theability toconnectwithanotherperson andinspirethemtoreachpersonalhealthandfitness goals.He encouragesthemtogobeyondwhattheyexpectedofthemselvesmentallyandphysically.
IhighlyencourageyoutoacceptAlanintoyourprogram.Ipromiseyouwill seethetraits Ihavejust describedthemomentyoumeethim.Skills andtechniques canbelearnedwithenough'Deep Practice’;howevertheartofemotionalconnectionwithpeopleis agift.Combineexpertskillwith emotionalconnectionandwitness amazingtransformations.Alanwilldeliveronthis one-two combinationandbecomeamajorassettoyourprogram.Hewillbealeaderinthisindustry.OfthatI havenodoubts!
Thankyouandpleasedon'thesitatetocontactmeforaverbalreference. Respectfully,
PerryNickelston,DC,FMS,SFMA
973-800-6570
To Whom It May Concern,
Over the past years I have had the pleasure of getting to know Alan through a mutual friend in the strength and conditioning field. When I first had met Alan he was en route to take his NASM-CPT test. Within 4 months he had accomplished that goal and had already been looking to the horizon for the next challenge ahead. This was his CSCS test. Soon after he had tackled this challenge and was looking ahead to the future he told me about this as he put “super awesome internship”.
His type of motivation is rarely seen, but when it is, it's a talent to nurture. He has grown from not only being mentored by such strength coaches as myself, but from all those around him. He has a knack for absorbing knowledge quicker than most and implementing it immediately when appropriate and needed. In the past 12 months I have personally had the pleasure of getting to know him closer and learn what his true passions are. He has spoke of this internship VERY highly and has always set it in his future for another great learning experience to grow as a leading coach in this field.
His patient and ever vigilant eye for proper form and execution are undeniable. He is a TRUE coach with a great potential way past his years. Aside from the many times Alan has had to come to Leverage Training Center to get his hands dirty with the athletes (which has been extensive) he has attended many excellent seminars including Program Design, Soft tissue work, Athletic motivation and Corrective Exercise Technique all in the efforts of bettering himself.
It is my distinguished pleasure to recommend Alan for such a phenomenal opportunity. I can personally guarantee that he would not only be outstanding for the position, but that his demeanor towards the athletes, enthusiasm for his love of work, and unbridled joy for developing hard workers will make him an asset that is found too few, and way too far in between.
Please do not hesitate to contact me for verbal conformation of the above.
Warmest Regards,
Rich Mejias, CSCS
1-845-641-1549
To Whom It May Concern,
I have the pleasure on knowing Alan Ozdamar for the last two years. He was one of three students in our first ever Mentor Program. From the first day of the mentor program he has been super excited and eager to learn. He is the epitome of a sponge. He has learned more in two years then most trainers will ever learn in their career.
I have watched him grow from an N.A.S.M CPT to a Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach. However his certifications do not do his knowledge any justice. During his time at FLO Fitness he has had the pleasure of working with and learning from Chiropractors, Massage Therapist, Nutritionist, Physical Therapist, Athletic Trainers and many others.
He is also one of the masterminds behind our programming at FLO Fitness. He helped establish our exercise library for our 5 Levels of FLO program. It was designed to train our High School Athletes. He is our group training specialist due to his knack for being extremely creative with his exercises and ability to connect with clients.
I would strongly recommend Alan for any internship position. He would be a great asset to any program he is a part of. His leadership skills and ability to work in groups makes him a perfect fit where he is needed. He would also make the most of any experience that he goes through. Any information given to him will not fall on deaf ears. It will be learned and implemented.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions.
Christopher Flores , ATC., LAT,
Owner of FLO Fitness
Head Athletic Trainer at Westfield High School
(732) 682-3808
To Whom It May Concern,
I first met Alan when I brought my services to the fitness studio he was working in to help the owner build a post-rehabilitative facility. Alan immediately expressed interest in my offering and was eager to start learning better ways to help his clients. As a C.H.E.K Level 4 Practitioner I have learned to identify those trainers that are on their way to the top by their humility and passion for helping others.
Alan unlike any of the others trainers at this facility was always ready to listen and I watched as he quickly integrated what he had learned into his clients program. Alan also has a wonderful respect for his clients and stays focused on keeping them in good form while making sure they have a fun and safe workout.
I believe that what sets him apart from many of the trainers I have known is that he isn’t intimidated by someone who knows more than he does. He simply moves himself close to that person and absorbs everything he can. That, for me, is the sign of a great trainer.
October 5, 2011
Kristine Timpert, NMT, CMT,
C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 4, HLC 3, Golf Biomechanic
To Whom It May Concern:
Straight to the point, Alan is a great trainer. His thirst for knowledge and passion for fitness makes him stand out in a crowd. Factor in Alan's warm, genuine personality and his ability to connect with people and you've got a recipe for excellence. I've watched Alan train clients and he has a natural charisma that attracts people.
He truly understands how to get the human body to make gains and get great results. Whether you are a professional athlete, recovering from surgery, challenged with arthritis, experiencing, low back pain or age related challenges, need to lose fat weight, and many other circumstances, Alan Ozdamar can help you. I am thrilled to have Alan on staff at Breathe Fitness Studio. Judging from the feedback I receive, so are Breathe clients!”