Meng Yang Koh
Summary
Certified Archery Coach with 14 years of archery experience and 6 years of coaching experience. Fosters safe and fun learning environment and serves as positive role model for archers. Uses superb classroom management skills to lead activities and create inclusive and fun environment. Enjoys sharing passion for archery with students of all ages.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Archery Coach
Institute Of Technical Education
07.2020 - Current
- Facilitated communication between athletes, parents, and other coaches for optimal collaboration and support.
- Improved athlete technique through targeted skill drills and consistent feedback.
- Promoted a culture of sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among athletes both on and off the field.
- Established relationships with local clubs to increase opportunities for athletes to compete at higher levels of competition outside school settings.
- Assisted athletes in setting achievable goals and tracking progress throughout the season.
- Increased team success by implementing strategic practice sessions and fostering a supportive environment.
- Organized regular competitions to assess athlete performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Maintained accurate records of athlete attendance, progress, and accomplishments for evaluation purposes.
- Developed strong rapport with athletes by being approachable while maintaining professionalism boundaries.
- Collaborated with school administration to secure necessary resources and facilities for successful practices and events.
- Recruited new talent by hosting open tryouts, conducting presentations at local schools, or reaching out through community networks.
- Provided guidance on proper nutrition and conditioning for optimal athletic performance during competition seasons.
- Ensured all archery equipment was maintained in good working condition through regular inspections and repairs as needed.
- Continued professional development through attending relevant workshops, conferences, or seminars related to coaching techniques or sport-specific skills in archery.
- Kept updated on industry trends by connecting with fellow coaches via social media platforms or joining professional organizations within the community.
- Enhanced athlete performance by providing personalized coaching and developing individual training plans.
- Inspected program facilities for potential hazards and broken equipment to promote safety.
- Maintained clean, safe and secure archery range to reduce injuries or illnesses.
- Acquired archery supplies and equipment to prepare for classes.
- Trained staff in safe sports and archery range practices and procedures by demonstrating skills and providing regular feedback.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
- Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices.
- Developed and delivered presentations to educate clients on topics related to coaching.
- Developed and maintained network of professional resources to refer clients to.
- Assisted in developing marketing materials to promote coaching services.
Center Manager
Salt & Light Archery Pte. Ltd.
07.2019 - Current
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding processes to ensure a skilled workforce capable of meeting center objectives.
- Checked facility, employee work and service levels to maintain compliance with company and industry standards.
- Established performance metrics and conducted regular evaluations to identify areas for improvement and drive continuous growth.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through effective leadership, open communication channels, and regular team-building activities.
- Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, resulting in improved revenue generation and higher customer retention rates.
- Successfully resolved client concerns by actively listening to their needs and proposing viable solutions that met their expectations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by implementing efficient service delivery strategies and streamlining center operations.
- Introduced various initiatives aimed at improving employee engagement levels within the workplace which led to reduced turnover rates amongst staff members.
- Coordinated events and promotions at the center, generating increased foot traffic and sales revenue through targeted marketing efforts.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff members and clients alike.
- Increased employee productivity by providing comprehensive training programs and fostering a supportive work environment.
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
- Managed work and performance of more than 10 employees.
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration across departments.
- Streamlined scheduling procedures to optimize resource allocation, resulting in better overall management of the center''s workload.
- Initiated new marketing campaigns that effectively raised brand awareness, attracting more customers to the center.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Archery Coach
Salt & Light Archery Pte. Ltd
07.2019 - Current
- Facilitated communication between athletes, parents, and other coaches for optimal collaboration and support.
- Improved athlete technique through targeted skill drills and consistent feedback.
- Promoted a culture of sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among athletes both on and off the field.
- Established relationships with local clubs to increase opportunities for athletes to compete at higher levels of competition outside school settings.
- Assisted athletes in setting achievable goals and tracking progress throughout the season.
- Increased team success by implementing strategic practice sessions and fostering a supportive environment.
- Maintained accurate records of athlete attendance, progress, and accomplishments for evaluation purposes.
- Organized regular competitions to assess athlete performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Developed strong rapport with athletes by being approachable while maintaining professionalism boundaries.
- Recognized athlete achievements and milestones by incorporating an end-of-season awards ceremony to celebrate individual and team accomplishments.
- Collaborated with school administration to secure necessary resources and facilities for successful practices and events.
- Recruited new talent by hosting open tryouts, conducting presentations at local schools, or reaching out through community networks.
- Provided guidance on proper nutrition and conditioning for optimal athletic performance during competition seasons.
- Addressed any athlete concerns or conflicts promptly to maintain team cohesion and focus on goals.
- Ensured all archery equipment was maintained in good working condition through regular inspections and repairs as needed.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans to address various aspects of archery, including form, safety, and equipment maintenance.
- Continued professional development through attending relevant workshops, conferences, or seminars related to coaching techniques or sport-specific skills in archery.
- Kept updated on industry trends by connecting with fellow coaches via social media platforms or joining professional organizations within the community.
- Trained staff in safe sports and archery range practices and procedures by demonstrating skills and providing regular feedback.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Assisted clients in setting and achieving personal and professional goals.
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
- Developed and delivered presentations to educate clients on topics related to coaching.
- Assisted in developing marketing materials to promote coaching services.
- Developed and maintained network of professional resources to refer clients to.
Events Team Coordinator
Salt & Light Archery Pte. Ltd.
07.2019 - Current
- Worked under pressure and met deadlines while maintaining composure in difficult situations.
- Drove excellent guest service for events and conducted evaluations after completion.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and professionally throughout the planning process.
- Managed event logistics, ensuring seamless execution and positive experiences for all attendees.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing competitive pricing while maintaining high-quality products and services.
- Developed strong client relationships, leading to repeat business and referrals from satisfied customers.
- Maximized venue utilization through careful space planning, ensuring optimal flow for attendees during events.
- Mitigated potential risks by developing comprehensive contingency plans tailored to each specific event scenario.
- Trained new team members on company processes, policies, and best practices in event management.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry & Biological Chemistry
Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
Singapore07.2019
Skills
- Adaptive Teaching Methods
- Target setting
- Technique Evaluation
- Form Correction
- Competition Preparation
- Customer Service
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Coaching experience
- Nutritional Advice
- Nutritional Education
- Facilities oversight
Accomplishments
Assisted athletes with progress, leading to many medal counts across the 5 years of coaching. Within the scene of Singapore's local competitions, more than 50 medals were won by various athletes (As of 2024, 16 Golds, 13 Silvers, 23 Bronzes, across qualifications, IKO and TKO)
Recent Bronze medallist at Taipei World Indoors 2023 at the 50+ Category.
Affiliations
- Salt & Light Archery Pte. Ltd.
- Archery Association of Singapore
Certification
- National Registry of Coaches Level 1, (Level 2 by end 2024)
- MOE Registered Instructor
- TOPIK Level 1, Grade 2. (TOPIK 2 to be attempted)
- CPR/AED Certified
- Kim Hyung Tak Seminar @ Malaysia
- Basic Sports Science
- SG Coach Theory
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Korean
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Archery Coach
Institute Of Technical Education
07.2020 - Current
Center Manager
Salt & Light Archery Pte. Ltd.
07.2019 - Current
Archery Coach
Salt & Light Archery Pte. Ltd
07.2019 - Current
Events Team Coordinator
Salt & Light Archery Pte. Ltd.
07.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry & Biological Chemistry
Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
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