Olympic sparring   

For those interested in competitive Taekwondo, intense Olympic-style training classes are available. This training is focused solely on sport of Olympic Taekwondo. The sessions are intended for upper level competitors who are actively competing or plan to be actively competing at sport Taekwondo events. 

This program will prepare athletes for Taekwondo competitions locally, provincially, and nationally.

Objectives:

·          Focus on the training process rather than the outcome of the competition. 

·          Emphasize hard work, self-discipline and commitment. 

·          Provide a well-structured strength and conditioning program that is continually monitored and adjusted. 

·          Monitor basic key performance indicators in annual plan (attendance, training volume, competitive events). 

·          Emphasize success rate of technical skills during combative engagement. 

·          Ensure fitness testing is done on a regular basis throughout the annual plan. 

·          Develop tactical planning to promote athlete readiness during competition. 

·          Ensure high-intensity practice to simulate competition demands. 

·          Emphasize tactical decision making to solve problems in new situations or contexts. 

·          Maximize opportunities to effectively implement appropriate mental strategies to ensure competition readiness. 

·          Provide support for academic demands and to assist athlete to balance lifestyle choices. 

·          Develop strategies that promote recovery and regeneration.