Meet Our Coaches
Meet the people who lead classes at the SKILLZ Młodzi Wojownicy Child Development Center.
Konrad Baraniecki
I am trained as a physiotherapist and a physical education teacher. I completed a bachelor's degree at the Faculty of Medical Sciences of Wyższa Szkoła Mazowiecka and a bachelor's degree in Physical Education at the Academy of Physical Education. I also hold a Recreation and Physical Activity Instructor qualification, specializing in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). In addition, I have completed numerous manual therapy courses, which help me deliver physical activity classes for children professionally.
My interest in martial arts began in childhood. For as long as I can remember, I have been fascinated by martial arts films, including "Enter the Dragon" starring Bruce Lee and "Kickboxer" starring Jean-Claude Van Damme, whom I looked up to. Back then, my biggest dream was to become a ninja warrior. I gained my experience and practical martial arts skills at the Sambo System Polska club. In April 2012, I became the runner-up at the International Polish Wushu Kung Fu Sanda Championships.
The Młodzi Wojownicy school grew out of a combination of my dreams, interests and education. The idea of teaching martial arts to children was suggested to me by Scott Winfiled, a teacher in the training program at the Florida Society for Bioenergetic Analysis. Working with children has unleashed my creativity. It is a challenge that brings me more and more joy every day in my role as a martial arts teacher.
Bartłomiej Szafraniec
My name is Bartek, I am 35 years old, and I am the father of two children who, just like me, are part of the SKILLZ Młodzi Wojownicy family.
Sport has been part of my life since childhood and has become a lifelong passion. I love all kinds of challenges: I have run half marathons, taken part in Runmageddon obstacle races and competed in an indoor triathlon. I have also trained in kickboxing, and I previously worked as a swimming instructor for children.
Outside of work, I am a big fan of an active lifestyle, including mountain hiking, cycling and new sporting challenges. I am also passionate about personal development and child psychology, which helps me better understand the needs of our young warriors.
Away from sport, I enjoy reading, from the classics of Henryk Sienkiewicz to the magical world of Harry Potter.
At SKILLZ Młodzi Wojownicy, I want to bring together my coaching, parenting and sporting experience to support children's development, help them build confidence and show them that physical activity can be great fun.
Natalia Wczysła
I am a fourth-year psychology student. I am particularly interested in developmental psychology and educational psychology, which help me better understand the needs of young people and support their development.
I work as an English tutor for children and teenagers. Working with them brings me great joy, especially when I see their progress and growing self-confidence. Patience, an individual approach and creating an environment where children feel safe and are happy to take on new challenges are especially important to me.
I used to play basketball, a sport that taught me the value of perseverance, consistency and teamwork. As a coach, I want to combine my interest in psychology with my passion for sport, helping children develop physical fitness, self-confidence, self-discipline and belief in their own abilities.
In my free time, I love taking long walks with my German Shepherd and spending evenings watching my favourite TV series.
Discover Our Approach to Teaching Children
Discover how our coaches apply their knowledge of child development, Teaching SKILLZ, Brain SKILLZ and training from SKILLZ Premier Institute in their everyday classes.
