Our Organization

Our Team

The board of directors, operations leadership, and certified coaching staff guiding National Athletics Academy Inc. in Regina, Saskatchewan.

Safe Sport Trained

Sport-specific coaching credentials or Safe Sport training for every coach

Respect in Sport

Required Respect in Sport certification for all NAA coaches and activity leaders

Screened

Criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening via Regina Police Service

First Aid & CPR

Valid First Aid / CPR-C required for all coaches before their first session

Non-Profit Governance

Board of Directors

National Athletics Academy Inc. is governed by our volunteer Board of Directors in accordance with The Non-profit Corporations Act, 2022 (Saskatchewan).

Lijas Hamza

Director

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Akash Pillai

Director

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Executive Leadership

Executive Leadership Team

Kiran Nair Raveendran

Director of Operations

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Shyam Krishnan

Technical Director

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Coaching Staff

Head Coaches

Meet our confirmed coaching staff and upcoming appointments. All NAA coaches are NCCP-registered, CRC-VSS screened, Respect in Sport trained, and complete Standard First Aid & CPR-C before their first session.

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Kyran J. Zimmerman

Head Coach – Basketball & Volleyball

Kyran J. Zimmerman is a passionate basketball and volleyball coach with experience as both a competitive athlete and coach. He played both sports throughout high school and continued his volleyball career at the club level, playing with RVC from 2021–2023 and Golden Ticket from 2023–2024. Kyran began his coaching journey as an Assistant Basketball Coach with YAS Basketball Academy in 2019 and has spent the past two years working as a Sport Instructor with the City of Regina at the Sportsplex, gaining valuable experience working with athletes of different ages and skill levels. As a fitness enthusiast, Kyran is passionate about helping athletes develop their skills, improve their confidence, and reach their individual goals. His coaching approach focuses on creating a positive, energetic, and supportive environment where athletes can learn, stay active, and enjoy the game.

Sports & Focus

BasketballVolleyballTournaments

Certifications & Safeguards

NCCP Registered (EAP)Respect in Sport (Activity Leader)RPS CRC-VSS Screened

Additional Coaching Positions & Seasonal Onboarding

We are currently interviewing and onboarding qualified, certified coaches across our upcoming programs including Badminton, Athletics (Track & Field), and Toddler Soccer. All candidates undergo mandatory criminal record checks, vulnerable sector screening, and Respect in Sport certification.

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We're Hiring

Join the NAA Coaching Team

National Athletics Academy Inc. is building a founding group of certified coaches across all pillars. We're looking for passionate, qualified coaches who believe in multi-sport development, long-term athlete pathways, and community-first values.

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Minimum Requirements

  • ✓NCCP sport certification (or willingness to complete one)
  • ✓Valid First Aid / CPR certificate
  • ✓Criminal record check including vulnerable sector screening (CRC-VSS)
  • ✓Respect in Sport (Activity Leader) certified
  • ✓CAC Rule of Two compliance
  • ✓Experience working with youth athletes