10 July 2009 - Training camp for youngsters of the Commonwealth

Training camp for youngsters of the Commonwealth Chula Vista (USA) – 10 July 2009  In order to reinforce the position of archery for the next Commonwealth Games, the International Archery Federation (FITA), in association with three foundations—ESDF (Easton Sport Development Foundation), FIDTA (Fondation Internationale du Développement du Tir à l’Arc) and GSD (Global Sports Development)—launched a training camp project for the youth. This training camp started on 3 July and ended on 9 July 2009. It took place at the USA Olympic Center in Chula Vista (CVOTC) near San Diego, California.   The programme of the camp consisted in the technical aspects of archery, field competition, yoga lessons, cardiovascular and mental training with a few social activities. The participants progressed significantly during this camp.   The conductors of the camp were Mr Pascal COLMAIRE (FITA Development and Education Director) and Ms Ginger HOPWOOD (Coach from Atlanta). They were assisted by Mr Guy KRUEGER (Assistant Coach at the CVOTC) and Mr LEE Kisik (Coach at the CVOTC).   The countries that have benefited of this programme were Namibia, Barbados, Trinidad & Tobago, Sri Lanka, Samoa and New Zealand.   After the camp some of the participants will compete at the World Archery Youth Championship in Ogden, Utah (USA) from 11-19 July 2009. The other participants who are not yet ready for these championships will be attending the event as observers in order to gain international experience.    FITA Development Department