The TOP (Target Objectif Podium) Camps are a component of the Canadian Archery System, and is a step in the athlete development pathway. The TOP program is intended to provide up and coming archery athletes, with the tools and techniques needed in the transition process into National and International competition. Additionally, these camps are being designed to include coach specific seminars, and provide an opportunity for local coaches to observe and participate in the camps. This would allow for for athlete and coach competency levels to be enhanced in their daily training environments back at their home clubs, across Canada. Developing coaches alongside their athletes, is an essential step in long-term athlete development. TOP has identified the following as their main objectives:
- To deliver a system-based program that guides the coordinated development of our next generation of top compound and recurve archers
- To focus on program quality which would enable athlete development to the highest level, and create a true and sustainable podium potential
- Provide access to world-class technical coaching earlier in the athlete development cycle, and to increase the abilities of personal and club coaches
- To provide integrate performance services, which enhance archer development, including training, competition, and sport science plans.
Who is TOP for?
The TOP Camps are for archers who are interested in taking the next step in competitive archery, and have goals to move towards National and International competition. Additionally, it is open to all athlete’s coaches, who are looking to further develop their skills as a coach, want to help develop coaching at their local club and community, and to learn about Archery Canada’s High Performance Coaching Program.
How often will a TOP Camp be held?
TOP camps will be held every Fall, with 4 camps throughout Canada, one out West, Central and 2 in Eastern Canada.
Each camp will be held over a weekend period, generally spanning 2 to 3 days. Each TOP camp will feature sessions in the gym, focusing on technical work, as well as specific coaching seminars, and introduction to High Performance topics, such as nutrition and sport psychology.
How can I participate?
Confirmed Camps will be communicated to all PTSO’s, and announced on social media. You can register for your camp of choice once the camp is confirmed. Instructions for specific camps will be posted here when available.
Any interested athlete is invited to registered for the camps. Athletes may also be invited by the Archery Canada National Coaches. Registration will be limited to space of the venue, with at least 15 archers and their coaches being able to attend.
What are the costs for the Camps?
Each Camp will have a registration fee, costs will vary slightly by location.
Specific information on the camps will be provided, once available.
When are the camps?
Confirmed Camps will be communicated to all PTSO’s, and announced on social media. You can register for your camp of choice once the camp is confirmed. Instructions for specific camps will be posted here when available.
Where are the camps?
Camps will be located in various locations across Canada, to accommodate each athlete and coaches geographical position. Each Camp will be held at a local facility that has access to hotels and restaurants near-by.
Questions?
For more information about the TOP Camps, do not hesitate to reach out to the Archery Canada office.
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Archery Canada is the national sport governing body for Archery in Canada, including all aspects of High-Performance (recurve and compound), 3D, and Field archery as well as those new to archery. Among its responsibilities, the association selects and prepares Canada’s teams that participate in international competitions including Continental Championships, World Championships and major multi-sport Games (ie. Olympic Games).
