My name is Prince Solanki, born in New Delhi, India. Throughout my life, I’ve been very passionate about sports and how it can change lives. I’m a Black Belt Dan 1 in Judo. I’ve played judo for 14 years and then shifted to be a Judo coach while working with The Judo Federation of India for four years as a technical official. Judo has taught me the art of how to get back up, no matter how many times I fall. It is a lesson that goes beyond the mat that is to be resilient whether it’s in sports, school, work or in life. As time went by, I kept on learning various sports to improve myself and added Volleyball, Soccer, Shot put, Tug of war, Wrestling, and Yoga to the list, and I am still making sure I won’t stop here.

Throughout my journey As a High school Physical Education teacher for Grades 1 – 12, I have realised how important sports are when you are a child. I have been recognized for my dedication and commitment to improving physical performance and the overall health of others near me.

To Pursue my passion and learn more about sports, I moved to Canada to pursue my sports management post-degree diploma. With my love for sports, I share my knowledge and experience with athletes by combining different sports to support their Holistic development.

I hold a BSc in Physical Education, Health Education, and Sports (2014-2017) and a second bachelor’s in physical education (2018-2020). I also earned a Diploma in Yoga Vidya (2019-2020) and am currently pursuing a post-degree Diploma in Sports Management from Camosun College, which is scheduled to be completed in December 2024. Additionally, I am working towards certifications as a personal trainer and nutritionist through the International Sports Science Association (ISSA).

Professional Experience
– One Year position – Student Health and Wellness Director at Camosun College Student Society.
– Four years of experience as a technical official with the Judo Federation of India.
– Coaching experience in Judo at the National selection camp for girls for Kendriya Vidyalaya school.
– One year as a PE teacher for Grades 1-12 at a high school.
– Two years of experience as Events staff for the Camosun Chargers at Camosun College.
– Multi-sports coach at Barefoot Elementary School through Richardson Sports in the Summer.
– One year position – External Executive at Camosun College Student Society

Education
– BSc (PE,HE, Sports) 2014-2018
– Bachelor’s in Physical Education 2018-2020
– Yoga Vidya Diploma 2020
– PDD Sports Management December 2024
– ISSA (International Sports Science Association) – certified Personal Trainer and Nutritionist (in progress)
– NCCP (National Coaching Certification Program) – certifications (in progress)

Personal Accomplishments
– Brown belt (2013)
– Brown belt with red strip (2017)
– Dan 1 Black belt in JUDO (2019)
– IGIPESS campus Annual meet – Shotput 3 position (2016)