COACH PHILOSOPHY
One of the prime motivators in athletics (and life) is pride in one’s accomplishments. Achievements for each athlete may differ but are found on every stage of the journey. The coach has been successful when the athlete realizes that victory is self-defined and not limited to the final outcome.
The coach and athlete must partner to work for, recognize and celebrate success. A culture where ‘seeking’ excellence is the norm must be established. The athlete who is well trained in the search (struggle) for excellence can apply this skill to life’s many challenges. With repeated and unrelenting dedication to each step on the journey, goals and even dreams can be reached.
IMPACT OVER 17 YEARS AND 3 TEAMS AS HEAD COACH:
AWARDS:
Coaching Excellence Award (2009, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14,16) – Canoe Kayak Canada
Director General Award – Club Development (2009) – Canoe Kayak Canada Innovation Fund (2005) – Canadian Olympic Committee
Olympic Torch Scholarship Fund (2004-2005) – Petro-Canada
Olympic Torch Scholarship Fund (2001-2003) – Petro-Canada
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:
Coaches Association of Canada – Chartered Professional Coach
Coaches Association of Saskatchewan – Member
COMMITTEE SERVICE:
2010-2016 Canoe Kayak Canada – Coaches Technical Committee Member
2010-2013 Canoe Kayak Canada – High Performance Committee Member
2008-2010 Canoe Kayak Canada – Alberta Coaches Representative
SELECTED PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2016 Head Coach, Wascana Racing Canoe Club Southern Saskatchewan Provincial Coach
2011-2015 Head Coach, Rideau Canoe Club, Ottawa, Ontario
2009 Canada Summer Games Coach, Alberta
2005-2010 Head Coach, Calgary Canoe Club, Calgary, Alberta Southern Alberta High Performance Coach
2004 Assistant Coach, Team Canada, Canada Cup International Regatta
2003-2004 Research Consultant, Department of National Defense
2003 Assistant Coach, Team Canada, Poznan & Bochum Regattas
2001 Canada Summer Games Coach, Nova Scotia Sprint Canoe/Kayak
1998-2004 Head Coach, Senobe Aquatic Club, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
1996 Head Coach, Banook Canoe Club, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
1995 Assistant Head Coach, Cheema Aquatic Club, Waverley, Nova Scotia
1993 Head Coach, Sackawa Canoe Club, Sackville, Nova Scotia
PUBLISHED ARTICLES:
Michael G. Robinson, Laurence E. Holt, Thomas W. Pelham., An Assessment of hydrodynamic and simulated race performance features of three C1 hull designs. Human Movement, 14(4), 2013, 322-327.
Thomas W. Pelham, Laurence E. Holt, Michael G. Robinson., A research pilot project to test the efficacy of current pedorthic practices in the Canadian Forces. Work, 26, 2006(2), 207-214.
Thomas W. Pelham, Michael G. Robinson, Laurence E. Holt., Assessing human movement with accelerometry. Work, 27(1), 2006, 21-28.
Michael G. Robinson, Laurence E. Holt, Thomas W. Pelham, Karen Furneaux., Accelerometry measurements of sprint kayaks: The Coaches’ New Tool. International Journal of Coaching Science, 5(1), 2005, 45-56.
Robinson, M. G., Holt, L. E., & Pelham, T. W., The technology of sprint racing canoe and kayak hull and paddle designs. International Sports Journal, 6(2), 2002, 68-85.
Pelham, T. W., Carter, A. G. W., Holt, L. E., & Robinson, M. G., Cumulative trauma injuries in rowing. Biomechanics in Sports XIX, 2001, 113-116.
Michael G. Robinson, Thomas W. Pelham, Laurence E. Holt., Performance Improvements and Technological Innovations in the Design of the Olympic Canoe and Kayak Over the Last 52 Years. International Sports Journal. Vol. 6(2), 2002, 68-85.
Pelham, T. W., Holt, L. E., & Robinson, M. G., Changes in range of motion resulting from varying intensities of isometric contraction during proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation. Biomechanics in Sports XIX, 2001, 147-149