Education and Academic Qualifications
Dr.Sc., Faculty of Physical Education, Sport and Health – Skopje (2018–2021)
Master of Sport Sciences, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport – University of Prishtina (2008)
Bachelor of Physical Education and Sport, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport – University of Prishtina (2004)
Academic Title and Position
Full-time Lecturer, AAB College – Faculty of Physical Education and Sport (since 2012)
Assistant in Martial Arts, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport – University of Prishtina (2008–2020)
Professional Experience
Assistant, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport – University of Prishtina (2008–2020)
Assistant, Univers College (2008–2010)
Regular Assistant, AAB College (2008–2012)
Full-time Lecturer, AAB College (2012–present), subject: “Martial Arts”
Published Works
Shala, Sh. (2011). The impact of anthropometric characteristics on the manifestation of explosive strength in 16-year-old football players. Montenegrin Sports Academy “Sport Mont”. Link
Shala, Sh. (2011). Differences in anthropometric characteristics and motor skills between young wrestlers, footballers, and non-athletes. Montenegrin Sports Academy “Sport Mont”. Link
Shala, Sh. (2018). Blood lactate concentration in karate athletes measured twice during the precompetitive and competitive annual training program. Sport Science – International Scientific Journal of Kinesiology, Bosnia & Herzegovina. ISSN: 1840-3662 (Print) / 1840-3670 (Online). Link
Shala, Sh. (2020). Changes in maximum oxygen consumption in karate athletes during the preparatory and pre-competitive period. Sports Scientific & Practical Aspects – International Journal of Kinesiology, Vol. 17(1), 61–67. Link
Shala, Sh. (2021). Changes in situational motor abilities of karate athletes during the preparatory and pre-competitive period. Sport Science – International Scientific Journal of Kinesiology, Vol. 14(2). ISSN: 1840-3662 (Print) / 1840-3670 (Online). Link
Shala, Sh. (2021). Teaching, Assessment, and Formulation of Learning Outcomes at AAB. Center for Professional Development and Innovation – AAB College.
Shala, Sh. (2021). Scientific Research at AAB. Center for Professional Development and Innovation – AAB College.
Scientific Conferences
Shala, Sh. (2013). The relations between anthropometric dimensions and motor tests in manifest dimensions: The prediction of motor variables with the system of anthropometric variables (men). International Balkan Symposium of Sports Sciences, Tetovo.
Shala, Sh. (2013). Relations of maximal strength of arms, legs, and body with explosive, repetitive and static strength among students of the Faculty of Sport Sciences in Prishtina. International Balkan Symposium of Sports Sciences, Tetovo. Link
Shala, Sh. (2018). Motoric abilities in two basketball schools. International Balkan Symposium of Sports Sciences, Tetovo.
Shala, Sh. (2018). Transformational changes under the influence of programmed training in elite karate athletes. 11th International Symposium “Sport and Health”, Tuzla. Link
Shala, Sh. (2019). Canonical correlation analysis of morphological and cognitive dimensions in elite wrestlers. International Conference on Sports Science and Health, Banja Luka. Link
Shala, Sh. (2020). Relations between anthropometric dimensions and motoric tests in manifested area. Conference on Sports Science and Health, Banja Luka.
Shala, Sh. (2021). International Sports Conference, AAB College, Prishtina, Kosovo. Link
Shala, Sh. (2024). International Congress on Natural, Health Sciences and Technology, University of Tetova, North Macedonia. Link
Karate Qualifications and Training
Black Belt I Dan (2000), II Dan (2003), III Dan (2006), IV Dan (2012) – Kosovo Karate Federation
Regional Referee (2007), Judge A-B (2012) – Kosovo Karate Federation
WKF Accredited Coach – World Karate Federation (2018, 2021)
Other Seminars and Trainings:
Seminars delivered by renowned instructors: Sensei Enver Idrizi, Ortega, Hitoshi Kasuya, Ekrem Taraku, Y. Ohta, among others.
Training topics include: refereeing, karate techniques, kumite, kata, design and management of research projects.
Professional and Organizational Engagements
Member of the Board, Kosovo Karate Federation (2016–2020)
Head Coach, Karate Club “Princi” – Pristina (2018–present)
Physical Preparation Coach, Kosovo National Karate Team (2011–2020)
Head Coach, Academy of Martial Arts “Universiteti” (2010–2018)
Coach, Karate Club “Prishtina” (2002–2015)
Sporting Achievements – National and International
Multiple champion and medalist in:
Kosovo Championships (2000–2010) – Kumite and Kata
National Championships – Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia
Memorial and International Tournaments: “Deshmoret e Lirise”, “Mentor Dervishaj”, “Xhevat Makolli”, “Rrahim Curri”, “Burim Spanca”
Mediterranean Championship – 1st place, +75 kg (Cyprus, 2003)
European Karate-do Championship (WSKF) – 3rd place (Ukraine, 2003)
STRUGA OPEN – multiple-time winner (2005–2012)
Soljdarnost Open, Kercove Open, Forca Open, Fati Gostivar, Ippon, Kosova Open
WSKU World Champion for Veterans (35–40 years) – Pristina, 2014
Language Skills
| Language | Speaking | Writing | Reading |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albanian | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| English | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Serbo-Croatian | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Computer Skills
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Scientific literature research online
