Award SMART Goals

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My goal for Skiing – Cross Country in Snow / Winter activities under Physical recreation is to improve my skiing technique by participating in at least one cross-country skiing competition within 6 months. I will focus on developing better technique and increasing my overall performance, by attending cross-country skiing lessons at least once a week and practicing an additional two hours per week. I will also participate in two local ski races to test and evaluate my progress.

Skiing, Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities

My goal is to improve my Ski Jumping skills in snow / winter activities by participating in at least one Ski Jumping competition or performance within 3 months. I will attend Ski Jumping classes twice a week for 1 hour and will practice at home for an additional 2 hour per week. My goal is to compete against other Ski Jumpers and to improve my overall performance and technical skills. I will track my progress in a personal journal to monitor my improvement and will use goal setting techniques to set and measure new heights with every jump.

Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities, Skeleton

My goal for Speed Skiing in Snow / Winter Activities under Physical Recreation Category is to harness my skiing speed and technique by participating in at least one skiing tournament in three months, and to increase my skiing speed by 10 Km/h within 6 months. I will attend skiing-instruction class twice a week for 1 hour and practice at home for an additional 2 hours per week. I will also equip myself with the necessary gear to maximize my chances of achieving this goal.

Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities, Speed Skating

I will also look for additional opportunities to practice and refine my skills by participating in special events and activities. After 3 months, I will compete or participate in a Body Attack performance. I will evaluate my progress and skills after 6 months, and reassess and adjust my goal as necessary. My goal for Spin in Gym / Personal Programs under Physical recreation is to improve my overall Spin skills by attending at least one Spin class three times a week for one hour, and practicing an additional two hours at home. Within 6 months, I aim to complete a designated spin warm-up and routine, including 15 intervals, climbing drills and sprints. Additionally, I will participate and/or compete in spin competitions and/or exhibitions, assess my progress after 3 months, and reassess and adjust my goal accordingly.

Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities, Speed Skiing

My goal for Track and Field in Athletics under Physical recreation is to improve my overall track and field performance by participating in at least one competitive event in 3, 6 or 12 months. I will attend Track and Field practice two times a week for a period of 1 hour and will practice at home for an additional 2 hours a week. In addition, I will read related literature and research articles on Track and Field techniques to stay up-to-date with new techniques and performance enhancements. I will also use video analysis to track my progress and identify areas of improvement. By the end of 3, 6 or 12 months, I hope to demonstrate improved technique, increased strength, and improved race results.

Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities, Tobogganing

To improve my fitness and endurance by incorporating exercises specific to curling. My goal is to be able to maintain a high level of fitness and energy throughout a match within 6 months. I will attend a curling clinic or practice with a team once a week for 2 hours and will practice fitness and endurance exercises on my own for an additional 2 hours per week.

Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities, Curling

My goal is to improve my overall skills and ability in Snorkelling by participating in organised events and activities within 6 months. I will attend Snorkelling lessons twice a week for 1 hour and will also practice at home for an additional 2 hour per week. I will do research about different places for Snorkelling trips and will also participate in local events and expeditions related to snorkelling. I will track my overall progress and aim to make significant improvements in my snorkelling abilities within 6 months.

Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities, Sledding

To improve my pushing technique by learning and practicing the proper form and power generation for the start and throughout the push phase. My goal is to achieve a faster push time within 12 months. I will attend a pushing clinic twice a week for 1 hour and will practice my pushing at the gym for an additional 2 hours per week.

Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities, Bobsled

My SMART Physical Recreation goal for Skipping in Gym / Personal Programs is to increase my endurance and overall skipping technique. I will attend skipping classes at least twice a week for 1 hour and practice an additional 1 hour per week at home. Within 3 months, I will be able to perform a consecutive 10 minutes of skipping with minimal breaks. Within 6 months, I will be able to jump rope for at least 15 minutes without breaks. Within 12 months, I will have increased my endurance to 30 minutes of consecutive skipping and have improved my technique and speed.

Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities, Skiing - Cross Country

To improve my sweeping technique by learning and practicing the proper stance, grip, and sweeping motion. My goal is to be able to consistently control the speed and direction of the stone within 3 months. I will attend a curling clinic or practice with a team once a week for 2 hours and will practice sweeping on my own for an additional 1 hour per week.

Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities, Curling

To improve my delivery technique by learning and practicing the proper stance, grip, and release technique. My goal is to be able to consistently deliver the stone with accuracy and power within 6 months. I will attend a curling clinic or practice with a team twice a week for 2 hours and will practice delivering on my own for an additional 1 hour per week.

Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities, Curling

To improve my driving technique by learning and practicing the proper line and steering techniques for the different sections of the course. My goal is to reduce my time by at least 0.5 seconds within 6 months. I will attend a driving technique clinic twice a week for 1 hour and will practice driving on the track for an additional 2 hours per week.

Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities, Bobsled

My goal for Javelin in Athletics under Physical Recreation is to improve my Javelin throwing ability by participating in at least one local Javelin tournament within 6 months. My goal is to increase my accuracy by learning proper techniques for Javelin throwing. I will attend beginner Javelin classes twice a week for 1 hour and will practice at home for an additional 2 hour per week. I will also set specific throw distances that I would like to achieve and monitor my progress against this goal.

Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities, Ice Skating

I will also set rewards for myself when I reach certain milestones in order to keep motivated.

Snow / Winter Activities, Bobsled, Physical Recreation

To improve my overall curling skills by participating in at least one local or regional curling tournament within 12 months. My goal is to compete against other curlers and to improve my overall performance and technical skills. I will attend a curling clinic or practice with a team twice a week for 2 hours and will practice on my own for an additional 2 hours per week.

Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities, Curling

My goal for Ice Skating in Snow / Winter Activities under Physical recreation is to achieve basic & intermediate proficiency levels in Ice Skating within 3 months. I will attend ice skating practices 3 times a week for an average of 1 hour per session. I will also practice ice skating at home for an additional 2 hours per week. Additionally, I will watch instructional videos and articles about ice skating to enhance my understanding and performance. I will measure my progress by tracking the amount of time I am comfortable on the ice and the manoeuvres I am capable of performing.

Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities, Ice Hockey

To improve my start technique by learning and practicing the proper push and glide position and the timing of the push. My goal is to achieve a faster start time within 3 months. I will attend a start technique clinic once a week for 1 hour and will practice my start at the track for an additional 1 hour per week.

Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities, Bobsled

To improve my overall bobsledding skills by participating in at least 3 local or regional bobsled competitions within 12 months. My goal is to compete against other bobsledders and to improve my overall performance and skills in a competitive setting. I will attend bobsled practice and training session twice a week for 2 hours and will spend an additional 2 hours per week for physical training and recovery.

Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities, Bobsled

To improve my strategy and tactics by learning and understanding the different shots, such as draws, takeouts, and freezes, and the best way to use them in different situations. My goal is to be able to make better decisions and be more effective during matches within 12 months. I will read up on curling articles, watch curling matches and also attend any curling webinars or courses to further develop my knowledge.

Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities, Curling

Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities, Curling

My goal for Softball in Court/Field Sports under Physical Recreation is to improve my overall softball skills by participating in a softball camp within 6 months. My goal is to improve my on-field abilities and technical skills. I will attend softball practice twice a week for 1.5 hours and will practice at home for an additional 1 hour per week. I will also attend a softball camp where I will practice with a coach for 3 hours per day and participate in a tournament to assess my improvement.

Snowboarding, Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities

To improve my braking technique by learning and practicing the proper timing and angle of the brake handle. My goal is to achieve a smoother and faster stop within 6 months. I will attend a braking clinic once a week for 1 hour and will practice my braking on the track for an additional 1 hour per week.

Snow / Winter Activities, Bobsled, Physical Recreation

My goal for Skiing in Snow/Winter Activities under Physical Recreation is to improve my overall skiing level by participating in a skiing competition or performance within 3 months. My goal is to compete against other ski enthusiasts and to improve my technique, accuracy, and control in different types of snow conditions. I will participate in skiing lessons twice a week for 1 hour and will practice at home for an additional 2 hours per week. I will also watch ski instructional videos and participate in sledding, tubing and snowboarding activities to gain knowledge and skills to improve my overall skiing level.

Physical Recreation, Snow / Winter Activities, Ski Jumping