With 30 years in archery and 16 years as a coach, Viktoriya’s journey has taken her from volunteering at a local club to leading university teams and national squads, including in Egypt.
She emphasised learning by doing: “For beginners, we start with simple tools, even broken arrows. It teaches patience, tuning and respect for equipment. Then we move on.”
Her coaching philosophy also blends technical expertise with a nurturing approach.
“A woman coach brings a different style… it’s like a mother,” she explained. “We guide, we support, we build trust.”
She sees this style as particularly important in regions where female coaches can provide role models for young athletes.
Her next step is to apply the new curriculum learned at the World Archery coach trainer course and share her experience to inspire the next generation.
“I want to spread the love of archery,” she says. “If you’re in this process only for status or money, it will fail. But if you are here to help others, to inspire, to teach, it works.”
Viktoriya’s training is part of the broader World Archery coach accelerator programme 2025, supported by Olympic Solidarity, the International Olympic Committee’s flagship development initiative.
