For example, on a Tuesday, the drill would be performed as one of the main part exercises of the daily training program.The recommended number of sets to be performed is the same number of rounds the boxer will box.For instance, a Senior open male boxer, will perform 4 sets of this drill.A Junior open female boxer will perform 3 sets of the drill.An added thought is to have the athletes use a heart rate monitor.Firstly, this would ensure that the athletes work at the proper intensity, Sub-Maximal, and begin the next set when their heart rate has fallen to the appropriate levels of recovery.During rest intervals the boxers MUST use a form of active rest to mobilize the lactic acid produced from the previous set,if not the lactate will pool and appropriate recovery will not occur, making the preceding sets worthless.

THE DRILL:

Appoint 3 boxers to a heavy bag. There are 3 positions to maintain for this drill by each boxer for a period of 10 seconds.The boxers will rotate these positions.Position 1, hitting the bag. Position 2, holding the bag. Position 3, directly behind the boxer holding the bag, in the ready stance.The coach will blow the whistle to indicate the beginning of the set and will blow the whistle every 10 seconds for 2 min.When the whistle is blown each boxer will rotate positions.While in the hitting position the boxer will deliver a series of combinations to the bag for 10 sec.It must be combinations the boxers use in the ring with appropriate force as well.Within 10 seconds the boxers should throw between 45 to 70 punches.See stats from Russian National Team.The number of punches will very from weight division to weight division.

Whistle Start–10s hitting, 10s holding, 10s ready position behind the holding person.

Rotate this for 2 min.

The work to rest ratio is 1:2

To increase the intensity of this drill, cut the boxers down to 2.Work to rest ratio is 1:1,this should only be done near the end of the phase.This will prepare the boxer for the forth coming, high intensity work of the competitive phase.Another method in making the drill more realistic to boxing conditions, is to use 5 sec intervals.

Increasing the intensity should be done nearing the end of the SPP Sub phase, going into your competitive phase.

Any questions on this drill fell free to contact Gordon Apolloni at:

ocoach@hotmail.com

Sample SPP Phase:

E = Endurance
I= Interval
A= Active rest

             Mon              Tue               Wed               Thurs           Fri          Sat             Sun

Week 1    E                  I                       E                     E                  E             A              A

Week 2    E                 I                        E                    I                   E              A              A

Week 3    E                I                        E                     I                  E                I               A

Week 4     E                I                         E                    E                  I                 I               A

Week 5     E                I                         E                   A                 I                  I                I

This is an example of the implementation of the exercise.The rational behind this implementation is that most or all tournaments are on weekends, the body must prepare to work at high intensities during that time.This is why near the end of the phase, week 5, the work gets more intense at the end of the week.

Grants & Scholarships

GM’s Making Dreams Possible The Coaching Association of Canada is now accepting applications for the next wave of GM’s Making Dreams Possible Club Coaching Grants with the grant deadline of September 26, 2008 fast approaching! Since 2007, General Motors (GM), in partnership with the Coaching Association of Canada (CAC), has awarded 171 $2,000 grants to community sport organizations and 20 $10,000 grants to high performance coaches and athletes across Canada through the Making Dreams Possible. Thus far, these grants have provided funds for training and development to over 9,000 coaches, and impacted nearly 110,000 Canadian athletes. The goal of the Making Dreams Possible program is to enhance the sport experience for our Canadian athletes at all levels through coaching excellence. However Making Dreams Possible would not be a success without continued support from our provincial and territorial partners in spreading the word to local community clubs and sport organizations. Clubs and coaches can find valuable information to help them complete their applications with our Helpful Hints, page which gives an outline of specific criteria the Selection Committee is looking for. Clubs can find this useful guide online at: http://www.coach.ca/makingdreamspossible/club/index.htm. If you have any questions or require more information about the Making Dreams Possible program, please contact: Claudia Gagnon, Program Coordinator Coaching Association of Canada Tel: 613-235-5000 ext. 9-2350 E-mail: GMgrants@coach.ca Thank you for your cooperation!   DOCUMENTS   GM Button FR 150x100 gif , 25 KB GM Button 150x100 gif , 28 KB GM Banner FR 468x60 gif , 30 KB GM Banner 468x60 gif , 28 KB     Du rêve à la réalité de GM L’Association canadienne des entraîneurs accepte maintenant les demandes pour la prochaine vague de subventions offertes aux clubs pour l’entraînement Du rêve à la réalité de GM et la date d’échéance de la demande, fixée au 26 septembre 2008, arrive à grands pas! Depuis 2007, General Motors (GM), en partenariat avec l’Association canadienne des entraîneurs (ACE), a attribué 171 subventions de 2 000 dollars à des organismes de sport communautaire et 20 subventions de 10 000 dollars à du personnel entraîneur et athlètes de haute performance à l’échelle du Canada, dans le cadre du programme Du rêve à la réalité. À ce jour, ces subventions ont permis de financer la formation et le développement de plus de 9 000 entraîneurs et entraîneures, et ont eu une incidence sur près de 110 000 athlètes canadiens et canadiennes. Le programme Du rêve à la réalité vise à améliorer l’expérience dans le sport des athlètes canadiens et canadiennes de tous les niveaux par le truchement de l’excellence dans l’entraînement. Toutefois, le programme ne pourrait être mené à bien sans le soutien continu de nos partenaires provinciaux et territoriaux qui sensibilisent les clubs communautaires et les organismes de sport. Les clubs, les entraîneurs et les entraîneures trouveront, sur notre page de Conseils utiles qui donne un aperçu des critères précis recherchés par le comité de sélection, de précieux renseignements afin de les aider à remplir leur demande. Les clubs peuvent consulter ce guide pratique à l’adresse http://www.coach.ca/durevealarealite/club/index.htm. Afin d’aider à faire davantage la promotion de cette initiative et d’en faire profiter vos clubs et votre personnel entraîneur, nous vous demandons de bien vouloir nous aider en procédant comme suit : 1. Faire suivre ce courriel aux personnes inscrites sur votre liste de distribution – La meilleure façon d’aider GM et l’ACE à atteindre leur objectif qui vise à améliorer l’expérience des jeunes athlètes canadiens et canadiennes par le biais d’un entraînement de qualité consiste à faire circuler le message au sein de votre réseau de clubs. Le fait de partager cette information avec vos clubs leur permet de bénéficier des fonds offerts, d’élaborer leurs programmes de développement du sport et d’habiliter les entraîneurs et entraîneures à accéder à la formation et à la certification dont ils et elles ont besoin. 2. Bouton/bannière – Affichez les boutons ou les bannières ci-joints sur votre site Web. Veuillez établir le lien pour le français à http://www.gm.ca/gm/french/corporate/olympics/making-dreams-possible/overview et pour l’anglais à http://www.gm.ca/gm/english/corporate/olympics/making-dreams-possible/overview . (Si les boutons ou les bannières sont déjà affichés sur votre site Web, veuillez prendre note des nouvelles adresses URL.) Nous aimerions vraiment que vous nous informiez si vous avez affiché les boutons ou bannières sur votre site, aux fins de suivi. Si vous avez des questions ou si vous souhaitez obtenir davantage d’information au sujet du programme Du rêve à la réalité, n’hésitez pas à communiquer avec : Claudia Gagnon, coordonnatrice de programmes Association canadienne des entraîneurs Tél. : 613-235-5000, poste 9-2350 Adresse électronique : SubventionsGM@coach.ca Merci de votre collaboration!     DOCUMENTS   GM Button FR 150x100 gif , 25 KB GM Button 150x100 gif , 28 KB GM Banner FR 468x60 gif , 30 KB GM Banner 468x60 gif , 28 KB   Coaching Association of Canada 141 Laurier Avenue West, Suite 300 Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5J3 Telephone: 613-235-5000 Fax: 613-235-9500 coach@coach.ca   Association canadienne des entraîneurs 141, avenue Laurier ouest, bureau 300 Ottawa (Ontario) K1P 5J3 Tél. : 613-235-5000 Téléc. : 613-235-9500 coach@coach.ca   If you wish to unsubscribe from this newsletter, hit reply and type UNSUBSCRIBE in the subject line. 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FUNDING OPPORTUNITY - GENERAL MOTORS MAKING DREAMS POSSIBLE

Making Dreams Possible online applications are now available...

The Coaching Association of Canada is pleased to announce that the General Motors Making Dreams Possible club coaching grant and high performance coach grant applications are now back online.

Dedicated to supporting athletes at all levels through coaching excellence, General Motors’ Making Dreams Possible Program provides one hundred $2,000 club coaching grants and ten $10,000 high performance coach grants to community sport clubs and high performance coaches nationwide on an annual basis.

In just its second year, this program has already impacted over 9,000 coaches and nearly 110,000 athletes in 171 communities across the country.

This fall, another 50+ $2,000 grants will be awarded to community sport clubs across the country for coach training and development. The application deadline is September 26, 2008. High performance coach grants will be awarded again in February 2009.

Apply now and make dreams possible in your community – visit Making Dreams Possible.

Coaching Association of Canada
141 Laurier Avenue West, Suite 300
Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5J3
Telephone: 613-235-5000
Fax: 613-235-9500
coach@coach.ca

Professional Development Grants (up to $2,000 each)

The purpose of the Professional Development Grants is to assist women who are interested in a career in coaching by providing an opportunity to upgrade their education and certification. A grant allows the coach to participate in coaching seminars or conferences, attend major competitions, or consult with a recognized sport expert. A grant may also be used in combination with support from other cost-sharing partners to help coaches broaden the scope of their learning options. To be eligible, the coach must be certified at Level 3 of the National Coaching Certification Program and be an approved Level 4/5 candidate. Women in Coaching Grant Application Guidelines All applications must be made in writing and include the following: Coaching Résumé name, address, home and business telephone numbers, fax number, e-mail address sport, NCCP CC #, and current level of certification current coaching position, name and address of coaching employer previous coaching positions (include level of coaching position, dates of full-time and part-time employment, name of employer) additional coach education, courses or clinics attended related athletic background major coaching achievements. Proposed Learning Objectives identify clear learning objectives and outcome related to the specific grant indicate how the national or provincial/territorial sport organization will be involved in and committed to the proposed activity indicate how the proposed activity will provide a practical coaching/educational experience. indicate how the activity will contribute towards Level 4/5 or other coaching certification. Activity Outline list specific details of all activities by name, date, and location identify the role you will play during the activity (head coach, assistant coach, observer, student) indicate the calibre and number of participants, their sex and age range indicate who will supervise/mentor the activity and their qualifications include a detailed list of applicable expenses and other cost-sharing partners. (Note: equipment purchases are not considered eligible expense submissions.) Promotion of Women in Coaching Activity Identify an activity (e.g. presentation, course, publication) as part of your proposal that will help to promote women in coaching. Include information about the target audience, location and date of the presentation, etc. Letter of Support Your application must include a letter from your national sport organization supporting your project and confirming your involvement in the Level 4/5 program. Note: As a recipient of a Women in Coaching grant, you may be asked to supply a photo and a detailed report of your learning activities for publication or promotion purposes. For more information contact: scroxon@rogers.com

EVENTS

 

Coach Reflections On Beijing: Conquering the Wall 

Take your coaching to new heights and listen as Olympic coaches returning back to Canada share lessons learned from the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Moderated by Sheilagh Croxon, Olympic Coach, Synchronized Swimming and Chair of the Coaches Association of Ontario, our list of riveting speakers include:

Joel Filliol, Triathlon,
Pierre Lafontaine, Swimming
Mike Spracklen, Rowing

In partnership with the CN Tower, the event takes place on Sunday, October 26, 2008 from 9am-4pm at the Maple Leaf Theatre - CN Tower. The cost is $65 or $50 if you're a CAO Member and includes a light lunch, as well as an opportunity to ascend the CN tower at the end of the presentations.

Seats are limited, and registration is filling up quickly! To secure your sport, visit https://www.karelo.com/enter_res.php?&BID=154#Ev6498 to register.  

Prevention and Recovery of Injury
After finishing this module, coaches will be able to design a personalized Prevention Action Plan that will enhance their athletes’ performance and assist in the prevention of injuries. In particular, they will be able to Identify injuries common in sport and methods of preventing them.

Managing Conflict
Although conflict is normal, it is not always necessary. This session will teach coaches how to identify where conflict is likely to occur and how to manage the situation. Coaches will learn about the five approaches to managing conflict and when it is appropriate to use each of them.

Leading Dope Free Sport 
The world of sport is full of surprises; Know the rules and how they apply to your athletes at any given time. One of your responsibilities as a Coach is to know and comply with all applicable anti-doping policies and rules. This session will give Coaches the tools and resources needed to create a doping-free sport environment.

Psychology of Performance
After finishing this module, coaches will be able to guide their athletes in the development of the psychological skills they need to maximize their performance. In particular, Coaches will be able to: develop individualized competition focus plans for their athletes or teams, develop the ability to critically reflect on psychological skills and decide which are most relevant for their athletes or teams.

Coaching and Leading Effectively
After finishing this module, coaches will be able take leadership action that improves the conditions that support athlete performance. In particular, Coaches will be able to:  Make interventions that enhance learning and build and reinforce group and team cohesion and commitment, develop expectations about the behaviour and commitment needed to achieve individual and team goals, communicate effectively and respectfully with both athletes and those supporting their performance.

Developing Athletic Abilities
After finishing this module, coaches will be able to: Implement general and sport-specific training protocols and methods to appropriately develop or maintain sport-specific athletic abilities. adapt selected training protocols and methods to athletes’ stage of development and training experiencea, adapt selected training protocols and methods to the phase in the yearly program, use the results obtained by evaluating an athlete’s performance to develop training protocols and methods for the athlete’s gender and stage of development.

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