Jelena Arunović

Architect of High-Performance Systems

I am a head coach and high performance director specializing in high-performance systems in elite Olympic shooting.

Olympic Games Gold medal, 4th place and 7th place.
World Cups 3 gold, 6 silver and 3 bronze medals.
World Record AP60W Final - 247.9.
Technical and diagnostic systems Systems that support precision, analysis and consistency in top performance.
Competition preparation models A working structure for making key decisions under extreme pressure.
Coach education programs Materials, methodology and practice for developing elite coaching staff.
Sustainable development pathways Long-term athlete development through sustainable systems and structures.
About me

Architect of High-Performance Systems

I am a head coach and high performance director specializing in high-performance systems in elite Olympic shooting.

My work goes beyond the scope of daily training; I build complete structures that include technical and diagnostic systems, competition preparation models, coach education programs and sustainable development pathways for athletes.

My focus is on absolute precision, making key decisions under extreme pressure, and creating an environment in which athletes and coaches can consistently perform at their peak.

Technical and diagnostic systems

Complete structures that support analysis, precision and the stability of elite performance.

Competition preparation models

An approach that combines planning, strategy and execution in the most demanding conditions.

Coach education and athlete development

Programs that connect coach development with sustainable development pathways for athletes.

Global leadership and current roles

Work with national systems and international education programs.

March 2026 - Present · New Delhi, India

National Rifle Association Of India (NRAI)

Head Foreign Coach
  • I lead the preparation of India’s national pistol team for top-level results.
  • I am responsible for the complete athlete development system and competitive strategy at the elite level.
  • I manage multi-level structures covering senior and junior squads, with a focus on developing domestic coaching staff.
July 2024 - Present

European Shooting Confederation (ESC)

Coach Educator and Program Contributor
  • Lead educator for pistol disciplines within the official coach development programs of the European Shooting Confederation.
  • Author and contributor to structured education materials and long-term development pathways.
  • Focused on high-performance methodology and the practical application of science in work with elite coaches.
Expert career and achievements

Key stages of work in elite shooting.

November 2024 - December 2025 · Guangzhou

People’s Republic of China, Guangdong Provincial Sports Bureau

Head Coach
  • I led the elite pistol program within China’s high-performance system.
  • I successfully implemented European training methodology and competitive strategy within a traditional Chinese work structure.
October 2008 - August 2024

The Road to Olympic Gold: Zorana Arunović

Personal Coach
  • As a long-term personal coach, I guided the athlete from junior level to Olympic champion and multiple world and European records.
  • I was responsible for complete technical, tactical and psychological preparation across four Olympic cycles.
Sporting results overview

Sporting results overview

Key results achieved through coaching work include the Olympic Games, World Championships, European Championships, World Cups and a world record.

Olympic Games

Gold medal, 4th place and 7th place.

World Championships

1st place (2010), 2nd place (2010, 2018).

European Championships

1st place (2017), 2nd place (2018), 3rd place (2016).

World Cups and record

3 gold, 6 silver and 3 bronze medals. AP60W Final - 247.9.

Social engagement and education

Work on projects, systemic contribution and professional development.

Education and qualifications

Education, licenses and professional qualifications.

Master studies
  • Sports Science / High Performance Sport (Union University - Nikola Tesla, 2024).
Bachelor degree
  • Sports Coach - Shooting (2024).
Licenses
  • ISSF Coach License PRO and A.