Hrvoje Podnar Email & Phone Number

The Faculty of Kinesiology is an academic, educational and research institution of higher education in the Republic of Croatia, one of the younger members of the University of Zagreb. Kinesiology is an empirical, transdisciplinary general science field that primarily uses an experimental approach to its comprehensive investigation of principles and regularities of human movement or physical activity and exercise, where humans are observed as integral bio-psycho-social beings.As a… Show more The Faculty of Kinesiology is an academic, educational and research institution of higher education in the Republic of Croatia, one of the younger members of the University of Zagreb. Kinesiology is an empirical, transdisciplinary general science field that primarily uses an experimental approach to its comprehensive investigation of principles and regularities of human movement or physical activity and exercise, where humans are observed as integral bio-psycho-social beings.As a faculty member, some responsibilities include:► Develop research projects and collaborate in the research projects► Facilitate theoretical and practical courses► Assist undergraduate/graduate students Show less

Diving Center "Mihurić" opened since 1996 is a member of Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI), and since 2001 PADI 5* IDC, GOLD PALM RESORT and INSTRUCTOR DEVELOPMENT CENTER.PADI Divers carry the most respected and sought after scuba diving credentials in the world. Progressively promoted as mastery of specific performance objectives are received, I became a certified instructor trainer (Course Director), with credentials equivalent to international standards. I also… Show more Diving Center "Mihurić" opened since 1996 is a member of Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI), and since 2001 PADI 5* IDC, GOLD PALM RESORT and INSTRUCTOR DEVELOPMENT CENTER.PADI Divers carry the most respected and sought after scuba diving credentials in the world. Progressively promoted as mastery of specific performance objectives are received, I became a certified instructor trainer (Course Director), with credentials equivalent to international standards. I also organize dive excursions and conducting recreational and professional diving courses. Show less

As a part-time ski instructor, I organize and conduct ski courses for children and youth.

As the elementary school’s Sports Program Manager, some of my key contributions were as follows:► Developed and implemented entire sports program curriculum► Directed sport program activities and measured anthropological characteristics► Analyzed anthropological measurements and utilized data to validate sport program

In my role as an elementary Physical Education Teacher, my primary responsibilities included:► Developed school physical activity program ► Taught skills and activities that transfer into physical activity outside of PE class► Monitored progress and implemented initiatives to enhance and improve development

Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Social Sciences, Kinesiology

» Highest-ranking student in a graduating class » Independent and cooperative research in physical activity in public health » Development.

Master’S Degree, Sports Science, Kinesiology

» “Category ‘A’ scholarship for especially talented students” of the Ministry of Science, Education and Sport, Republic of Croatia (2005 –.