Derrek Retief
Adventure Guide
Windhoek, Khomas,KH
Summary
At Warriors Academy, I leveraged creativity and innovation alongside patience and empathy to enhance program success, evidenced by increased retention rates and positive feedback. Skilled in both technical aspects and emotional support, I significantly improved participant outcomes and satisfaction through tailored lesson plans and effective team collaboration. Knowledgeable activities team member committed to providing quality programming to diverse range of individuals. Skilled in leading engaging activities, organizing events and developing creative solutions to best serve needs. Creative Activities Assistant skilled at planning unique events and activities. Considerate listener utilizes residents' preferences to create fulfilling experiences. Celebrated for keeping activities budget-friendly. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
8
8
Certification
Work History
Multi Activity Instructor
Warriors Academy
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Developed strong rapport with participants through active listening, empathy, and encouragement during challenging activities or moments of frustration.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to develop innovative approaches to activity instruction, resulting in improved participant outcomes.
- Increased participant satisfaction by fostering a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment for all ages and skill levels.
- Streamlined administrative tasks by maintaining accurate records of attendance, progress reports, and incident logs.
- Boosted overall program success by developing and implementing creative lesson plans tailored to individual needs.
- Promoted physical fitness and healthy habits through engaging exercise routines and nutrition education.
- Continuously improved instructional techniques by participating in professional development workshops and staying current on industry trends.
- Facilitated open communication between staff members, participants, and parents regarding expectations, goals, progress updates, or concerns that arose throughout the program duration.
- Managed supplies inventory, ensuring that all necessary materials were readily available for each activity session without exceeding budget constraints.
- Received positive feedback from participants and parents alike for exceptional ability to connect with individuals on a personal level while still maintaining professional boundaries.
- Ensured participant safety by enforcing strict adherence to guidelines and procedures during all activities.
- Exceeded performance metrics set forth by management through consistent delivery of high-quality instruction resulting in increased retention rates and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to improve quality of life for residents.
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
- Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.
- Planned and prepared meals to supply residents with nutritious and appealing meals.
- Provided feedback, guidance and support to students on participation and performance.
- Supported students in identifying, setting and achieving personal goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cambridge International
Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia11.2022
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Safety awareness
- Physical Fitness
- Creativity and Innovation
- Technical skills
- Outdoor Survival Skills
- Activity-specific knowledge
- Documentation skills
- Schedule Management
- Project Management
- Enrichment program development
- Group facilitation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Multitasking Abilities
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team 9 other instructors in the development of our program.
- Received high score ratings from tourist surveys due to professionalism, entertaining personality and high attention to detail.
- Achieved outstanding results by completing all neccecary documentation with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- Public speaking and group facilitation
- WCSA ( Wall Climbing Supervisor Award)
- MDT ( Mountain development Training)
- ASA ( Abseiling Supervisor Award)
- NQF wilderness First Aid
- NAUI (Training Assistant, Nitrox diving, Rescue diving)
- AQN ( Adventure qualifications Network)
- Hiking below 2400m ASL ,Mountain Biking ,Abseiling below 60m ,Flat water Paddling , Adventure Based Learning and Team Building Guide
Hiking, Mountain Biking, Scuba diving, White water Rafting, Abseiling and Rock Climbing
As a qualified guide in all these fields i have done numerous trips and events for each of them. For example i have guided a variety of hikes ranging from costal to mountain tops. I have completed a 10 day, 240km hike throughout the Drakensburg unassisted, Lead a group of 13 on a 5 day hike in the Drakensburg aswell and many more.
My most notable Mountain Biking trip was a 5 day trip we call "Tower cycle" and it involves cycling up peaks including Iron crown which is the highest point in Limpopo South Africa. before hand i had to conduct a skills analysis to evaluate the group. I have also had extensive training in repairing bikes, both in shop and on trips.
As a NAUI training assistant i have personally contributed to the training of 24 students to date. Along with being a NAUI training assistant i also specialize in Nitrox diving and Rescue diving.
With my ASA and WCSA credentials I am able to manage a climbing site and conduct an operation on my own, i have lead groups on many occasions and have only received positive reviews, my most notable trip was when i took a group of 12 students climbing and abseiling for 10 days in Boven South Africa.
Languages
English, Afrikaans
Native language
German
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Multi Activity Instructor
Warriors Academy
01.2024 - 11.2024
High School Diploma -
Cambridge International
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