Award SMART Goals

Explore our collection of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Smart Goals and find your next challenge

My goal for Bass Guitar in Musical Instruments under the Skills category is to be able to play a two-minute song with basic intermediate bass guitar skills in 3 months. I will attend Bass Guitar classes twice a week and will practice at home for an additional 4 hours each week. I will experiment with and practice different techniques, scales, chords and riffs. I will also challenge myself to learn new songs and progress my technical skills. I will also look to join an online or local bass guitar community to network and learn from more experienced bass guitar players.

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My goal is to develop an understanding of and appreciation for Maori culture, language, and traditions by engaging in at least one traditional Maori activity a week for six months. I will attend a dedicated language class twice a week, practice te reo at home and participate in other activities such as visiting a Maori marae, attending a Maori cultural event or workshop, or going to a Maori concert. I will also research online or use other resources to supplement my knowledge of Maori culture.

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Goal: Within the next 3 months, I will improve my overall Dog Training and Handling skills in natural environments by attending dog training sessions at least once a week and by completing an online course on the subject. I will practice my skills in outdoor locations – with my own dog, with other trained dogs, and in familiar and unfamiliar territory- to become proficient in handling and training canine companions. I will track my progress with a Dog Training and Handling log to measure my growth and development.

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My goal for Backgammon in Games under Skills Category is to become an accomplished player within 6 months by participating in at least one tournament against other Backgammon enthusiasts and to improve my overall technical skills. I will attend Backgammon lessons once a week for 1 hour and will practice at home for an additional 2 hours per week. Additionally, I will also review and analyze past Backgammon matches to broaden my knowledge on advanced strategies, tactics and rules.

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My goal for Quilting in Crafts under Skills Category is to create a unique quilt using advanced quilting techniques for a special occasion or event within 3 months. I will attend a quilting class once a week for 1.5 hours and practice at home for 2 hours per week. I will also research advanced quilting techniques and select the best pattern, material and colors for my quilt. I will track my progress and celebrate every milestone achieved in order to reach my goal.

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My goal is to develop a basic level of skill in musical instrument playing within 6 months. I will practice for 1 hour a day, 4 days a week and attend a weekly musical instrument class for 1 hour. I will also read a minimum of 1 article or book on musical instrument fundamentals to improve my understanding of the instrument. At the end of the 6 months, I will take part in a local musical instrument performance or competition to demonstrate my newly acquired skills.

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