Dr Stathis Avramidis - Δρ Στάθης Αβραμίδης

Position
Visiting Research Fellow of Leeds Metropolitan University (UK).
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Qualifications
  1. PhD in Leisure and Sport Studies (thesis: The 4W Model of Drowning), Leeds Metropolitan University
  2. Master of Science in Sports & Exercise (thesis: Influence of Biomechanical Parameters in the Straddle entry that is used in Lifesaving & Lifeguarding), Leeds Metropolitan University
  3. Bachelor of Education in Sport Science & Physical Education, Department of Sport Science & Physical Education, National and Capodistrian University of Athens (mark: 8.39 out of 10)
  4. Diploma of Specialty in Adapted Physical Education, Department of Sport Science & Physical Education, National and Capodistrian University of Athens (mark: 10 out of 10)


Biography

Stathis Avramidis is a Visiting Research Fellow (2009-today) and a former Lecturer in Aquatics (PT) of Leeds Metropolitan University in UK (2003-2009). He was the 2009 winner of the Paragon Award Aquatic Safety from the International Swimming Hall of Fame for his ''outstanding work on water safety and lifeguarding worldwide''. He has also been awarded with two Commonwealth Diploma Awards for his contribution to lifesaving from the Royal Life Saving Society.

He is qualified Senior Tutor/Instructor of internationally recognized organizations (ILSF, STA, Singapore STA, RLSS Australia, RLSS UK, SLSA GB, CLSF, ASA, NUCO Training) having lifesaving experience and education from 13 countries. He trains lifesaving, lifeguarding, fire awareness, baby/preschool swimming, water safety, spinal injury management, defibrillation, first aid, and personal survival at sea. He has authored 178 publications (books, chapters, peer reviewed journal articles, DVDs, conference proceedings and articles in popular technical aquatic magazines/newspapers). He has worked as radio broadcaster, lifeguard, instructor, coach, first aider in various aquatic events such as Greek nationals, European, Mediterranean, World and the Olympic Games of Athens 2004.

Journal Articles
  1. Avramidis, S., Butterly, R. & Llewellyn, D. (2009). Under What Circumstances Do People Drown? Encoding the Fourth Component of the 4W Model. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 3(4), pp. 406-421.
  2. Avramidis, S. (2009). Drowning in Greek History and Mythology. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 3(4), pp. 422-431.
  3. Avramidis, S. (2009) Letter to the Editor. Journal of Aquatic Rescue and First Aid, 30(3), pp. 99-100.
  4. Avramidis, S. & Miller, S. (2009) Influence of Biomechanical Parameters on the Straddle Entry used in Lifesaving and Lifeguarding: A 2-Case Pilot Study. Journal of Aquatic Rescue and First Aid, 30(3), pp. 107-112.
  5. Avramidis, S., Butterly, R. & Llewellyn, D. (2009). Who Drowns? Encoding the second component of the 4W Model. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 3(3), pp. 224-235.
  6. Avramidis, S., Butterly, R. & Llewellyn, D. (2009). Where do People Drown? Encoding the third component of the 4W Model. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 3(3), pp. 236-254.
  7. Avramidis, S. (2009). Drowning in Bible and Contemporary Society: Responsibilities of the Religious Caregivers. Journal of Religion and Health. DOI 10.1007/s10943-009-9235-0
  8. Avramidis, S., Butterly, R. & Llewellyn, D. (2009). Drowning incident rescuer characteristics: Encoding the first component of the 4W Model. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 3(1), pp. 66-82.
  9. Avramidis, S. (2009). Lifeguard Leadership. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 3(1), pp. 89-100.
  10. Avramidis, S. & Butterly, R. (2008). Drowning Survival in Icy Water: A Review. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 2(4), 355-362.
  11. Avramidis, S. & Avramidou, E. (2008). Animal Rescuers: A Review. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 2(4), 346-354.
  12. Avramidis, S. (2008). Lifeguard Operations: Summary of Practices at the Athens 2004 Olympics. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 1(2), 47-55.
  13. Avramidou, E., Avramidis, S., & Pollman, R. (2007). Competitive Anxiety in Lifesavers and Swimmers. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 1(2), 108-117.
  14. Avramidis, S., Butterly, R., & Llewellyn, D. (2007). The 4W Model of Drowning. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 1(3), 221-230.
  15. Avramidis, S. (2005). Safety in Aquatics: Summary of the Athens 2004 Olympic Games. Previr, 2, pp. 32-34.
  16. Avramidis, S. (2004). Evaluation of Lifesaving and Drowning in Greece. Previr, 1, pp. 17-29.
  17. Avramidis, S. (2002) Do young children have a better outcome and a higher possibility of survival after a near drowning incident in icy water than adults? (Abstract). Exercise & Society Journal of Sport Science, 31, pp. 75-76.
  18. Avramidis, S. (2002). Influence of biomechanical parameters on the straddle entry used in lifesaving and lifeguarding (Abstract). Exercise & Society Journal of Sport Science, 31, pp. 188-189.

Books and Selected Chapters

  1. Avramidis, S. ed. (2008). Handbook on Safety and Lifesaving. Athens: Author.
  2. Avramidis, S., & Avramidou, E. (2007). Aquatic Rescue and Pool/Waterpark Lifeguarding. Athens: European Lifeguard Academy.
  3. Colman, V., Avramidis, S., Pascal Gomez, L.M., Vervaecke, H., & Persin, U. (2006). Life-saving as Academic Carrier: International Perspectives. In: Bierens, J. ed. Handbook of Drowning, Germany: Springer, pp. 176 -183.
  4. Avramidis, S. (2006). Lifeguarding means... Prevention of Accidents in and around the Water, Guidelines for Accident Prevention. Athens: European Lifeguard Academy.
  5. Avramidis, S. (2005). The History of Greek Lifeguarding. Athens: European Lifeguard Academy.
  6. Avramidis, S., Tritaki, J., and Avramidou, E. eds. (2004). 1st International Lifeguard Congress Abstract Book. Athens: European Lifeguard Academy.
  7. Avramidis, S. (2003). Lifeguard Pool & Waterpark. Athens: European Lifeguard Academy.
  8. Avramidis, S. (2002). Real Lifeguard Incidents. Athens: European Lifeguard Academy.
  9. Avramidis, S. (2001). The Specialized Lifeguard. Athens: European Lifeguard Academy.
  10. Avramidis, S.(1998). The Manual of the Greek Lifeguard. Athens: Anavasi.

DVD

  1. Terzopolos, K, Avramidou, E., & Avramidis, S. (2007) Pool & Waterpark Lifeguard. Piraeus (Greece), European Lifeguard Academy [CD ROM].
  2. Terzopolos, K, Avramidou, E., & Avramidis, S. (2007). Pool & Waterpark Lifeguarding. Piraeus (Greece), European Lifeguard Academy [CD ROM].

Selected Conference Proceedings

(This is a selection of over 40 conference proceedings)

  1. Avramidis, S. (2007). Drowning Incidents in Ancient Greek History & Mythology. In: Abraldes Valeiras, J.A. & Rodriguez, N. eds. Abstract Book of the International Lifesaving Congress, Spain: Lifesaving Federation of Galicia, p. 52.
  2. Avramidis, S., Giannakidis, V., Petenioti, P., & Avramidou, E. (2007). Drowning, Survival and Rescue References in the Bible. In: Abraldes Valeiras, J.A. & Rodriguez, N. eds. Abstract Book of the International Lifesaving Congress, Spain: Lifesaving Federation of Galicia, p. 90.
  3. Avramidis, S., Miner Holden, J.M., & Clark Sharp, K. (2007). Treating a Drowning Casualty with a Near-Death Experience. In: Abraldes Valeiras, J.A. & Rodriguez, N. eds. Abstract Book of the International Lifesaving Congress, Spain: Lifesaving Federation of Galicia, p. 63.
  4. Avramidis, S. (2007). Lifeguard Intervention for Intruder in Athens 2004 Olympics: A Case Report. In: Abraldes Valeiras, J.A. & Rodriguez, N. eds. Abstract Book of the International Lifesaving Congress, Spain: Lifesaving Federation of Galicia, p. 57.
  5. Avramidis, S. (2007). Miracle or Coincidence in Aquatic Rescue: A Case Report. In: Abraldes Valeiras, J.A. & Rodriguez, N. eds. Abstract Book of the International Lifesaving Congress, Spain: Lifesaving Federation of Galicia, p. 54.
  6. Avramidis, S., Butterly R., & Llewellyn, D. (2007) Risk Taking Behaviour as a Cause of Drowning after Engagement in Non-Aquatic and Swimming Activities. In: Farmer, N., & Beerman, S. eds. World Water Safety Conference & Exhibition 2007, Oporto (Portugal), AsNaNa and International Life Saving Federation, Matosinhos 27-29/09/07, p. 21.
  7. Avramidis, S., Butterly R., & Llewellyn, D. (2006) Who Rescues? Lifesaving Risk Assessment of Swimming & Other Aquatic Activities. In: Schwartz, K., Karargyri, D., Holland, S., Harpin, J., and Gorra, A. eds. Methodological issues and ethical considerations, Postgraduate Conference 2006, Leeds (UK), Leeds Metropolitan University.
  8. Avramidis, S., Butterly, R., & Llewellyn, D. (2005) The ‘4W Model’ of Drowning & Lifeguarding. In: Towards a Safer Europe: Time for Action, Pre-event of the First European Conference on Injury Prevention and Safety Promotion, CD of Abstracts, Eretria, Greece.
  9. Avramidis, S. (2004) Critical Evaluation of the Greek Legislation for Pools and Beaches & Quality of Private Lifeguard Agencies: Recommendations for improvement. In: Barrosso, B.B., Gomez, L.M.P., Marinas, M.A.G., and Velaso, P.S. eds. VI Jornadas 2004, VI ESS Congress of Lifesaving. Book of Abstracts, Spain: Escuela Segovia de Socorisimo, pp. 193-200.
  10. Hatziharistos, D., & Avramidis, S. (2002) Professional orientation of students specialized in adapted physical education. In: Koskolou, M. ed., Proceedings of the 7th annual congress of the European College of Sport Science, European College of Sport Science, Athens, Greece, 24-28 July 2002, Athens, Pashalidis Medical Publisher, p. 1095.
  11. Avramidis, S., Butterly, R., & Llewellyn, D. (2007) Where People Drown? Risk Assessment of Swimming & Non- Aquatic Activities. In: Efthimiades, D. ed. National 2-Day Meeting for ‘Injuries and Violence’ CD of Abstracts, Αθήνα 27-28/4/07.
  12. Avramidis, S. Butterly, R., & Llewellyn, D. (2007) Under what circumstances do people drown? Risk Assessment of Swimming & Non- Aquatic Activities. In: Efthimiades, D. ed. National 2-Day Meeting for ‘Injuries and Violence’, CD of Abstracts, Αθήνα 27-28/4/07.
  13. Avramidis, S., Butterly R., & Llewellyn, D. (2006) Who Drowns? Lifesaving Risk Assessment of Swimming & Other Aquatic Activities. In: Schwartz, K., Karargyri, D., Holland, S., Harpin, J., and Gorra, A. eds. Methodological issues and ethical considerations, Postgraduate Conference 2006, Leeds (UK): Leeds Metropolitan University.
  14. Avramidis, S., & Avramidou, E. (2005). Was Drowning a Cause of Death in Ancient Greece? In¸ Towards a Safer Europe: Time for Action¸ Pre-event of the First European Conference on Injury Prevention and Safety Promotion, CD of Abstracts, Eretria, Greece.
  15. Avramidis, S. & Avramidis, P. (2005). Alternative Rescue Methods for Poor Aquatic Areas, Suggestions for Future Research. In: Palacios, J.A., Abrunedo, F.J.L., Agrasar, C.C., et al. eds. 4th Congreso de Salvamento y Socorrismo: Actividades Acuαticas y Socorrismo Profesional”, Abstract Book, Burela, Spain, p. 20.
  16. Avramidis, S., & Gomez, L.M.P. (2004). Factors de Riesgo. In: Palacios, J.A., Abrunedo, F.J.L., Agrasar, C.C., et al. eds. 4th Congreso de Salvamento y Socorrismo: Actividades Acuαticas y Socorrismo Profesional”, Abstract Book, Burela, Spain, p. 20.
  17. Avramidis, S. (2004). Drowning & Deaths due to Great Flood & Tsunamis Disasters. In: Barrosso, B.B., Gomez, L.M.P., Marinas, M.A.G., and Velaso, P.S. eds. VI Jornadas 2004, VI ESS Congress of Lifesaving. Book of Abstracts, Spain: Escuela Segovia de Socorisimo, pp. 225-226.
    Avramidou, E., Avramidis, S., & Pollman, R. (2004) Competitive Anxiety in Lifesavers and Swimmers. In: Barrosso, B.B., Gomez, L.M.P., Marinas, M.A.G., and Velaso, P.S. eds. VI Jornadas 2004, VI ESS Congress of Lifesaving. Book of Abstracts, Spain:     Escuela Segovia de Socorisimo, pp. 219-220.
  18. Avramidis, S. (2004) The Model 4W of Drowning & Lifeguarding. In: Barrosso, B.B., Gomez, L.M.P., Marinas, M.A.G., and Velaso, P.S. eds. VI Jornadas 2004, VI ESS Congress of Lifesaving. Book of Abstracts, Spain: Escuela Segovia de Socorisimo, pp. 221-223.
  19. Avramidis, S. (2003). ‘Real Lifeguard Incidents’: An educational Tool for Drowning Prevention in Greece and Abroad. In: Mitsou A. Ed., VII International Olympic World Congress on Sport Science, Athens: IOC Medical Commission and FIMS, p. 101D.
  20. Avramidis, S. (2003). Influence of the Legislation and Quality of Private Lifeguard Agencies on the Performance of the Greek Beach Lifeguard Candidates: Is there anything left that shouldn’t change? In: Mitsou A. Ed., VII International Olympic World Congress on Sport Science, Athens: IOC Medical Commission and FIMS, p. 108E
  21. Avramidis, S. (2003). A Biomechanical Approach Of The Discus And Life Preserver Throwing As A Useful Guide For Lifesavers And Lifeguards: A Case Study, In: Mitsou A. Ed., VII International Olympic World Congress on Sport Science, Athens: IOC Medical Commission and FIMS, p. 108Ε.
  22. Avramidis, S. (2002). Do young children have a better outcome for survival after prolonged submersion in icy water than adults? In: Stitching Foundation Drowning 2002, World Drowning Congress, Amsterdam, p. 179.
  23. Avramidis, S. (2002). Influence of Biomechanical Parameters on the Straddle Entry used in Lifesaving and Lifeguarding. In: Stitching Foundation Drowning 2002, World Drowning Congress, Amsterdam, p. 153.
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