In order to remain a member of the Shintani Team, under the supervision of the Head Coach, all team members will be expected to:

• communicate with coaches in a timely manner through emails and personal contact

• submit pre-training/competition goal setting and assessment

• submit post-training/competition goal setting and assessment

• create an effective personal fitness plan for yourself with input from coaches and team trainer.  Plan will include karate training, mental training, cross training (weights, cardio, etc) and diet

• follow your personal fitness plan

• document progress of your personal fitness plan

• submit regular monthly progress reports to the trainer and head coach

• demonstrate improvement and skill development in Kata and Kumite, from training session to training session and competition to competition

• maintain monthly communication with coaches between training sessions using the coaches preferred communication method

• learn and promote the history of Shintani Wado Kai including knowledge of and respect for Hanshi Shintani & Sensei Peter Ciofi

• maintain a high standard of team apparel - Kumite Gi’s, Kata Gi’s and belts must be clean, well-pressed and quality material

• own and maintain current tournament-approved Kumite equipment

• not consume alcohol at any Shintani Team karate related functions unless approved by head coach

• maintain the following training schedule:

  • bi-weekly training at your home club

  • team training sessions

  • clinics, regional workouts and tournaments

  • attendance at the Shintani National Tournament

• be a role model and mentor who can educate and encourage other SWKKF Karateka on the values of the SWKKF at tournaments and training sessions

• organize and participate in fundraising events, including the Annual Silent Auction

• attend other area clubs to train and to build connections (highly encouraged)

• Team members who are minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian when travelling with the team

 

Any Shintani Team member who fails to meet any of the above expectations may, at the discretion of the Head Coach:

• be replaced either temporarily or permanently

• be replaced with an alternate Shintani Team Member

• not be funded in any way

 

Shintani Team Outcomes

• Develop team unity by being a positive role model for athletes, coaches and staff

• Provide positive leadership for athletes, coaches and staff

• Respectfully share knowledge and experiences with all athletes and their club instructors

• Commit the necessary time, effort and sacrifice needed to support the Shintani Team

• Foster a climate of mutual respect and cooperation amongst Shintani Team members, coaches, management, support staff, and team members home club instructors

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