Join Team Impact
2009-2010 Season
Age groups by year of birth
Novice: 2001 and after
Kids: 1998 - 1999
Bantam: 1996-1997
Cadet: 1994-1995
Juvenile: 1992-1993
Junior: 1990-1991
Senior: 1989 or Earlier
All are welcome to attend a practice at any of our locations. Introduce yourself to one of our coaching staff and they can answer any questions you may have. Hope to see you on the mats. We recommend observing a practice prior to participation. All participants must complete an OAWA Membership form prior to active participation.
Registration Information
A complete registration procedure will include:
1. Read the Waiver Agreement below
2. Read the Expectations of Excellence below
3. A photocopy of proof of age
4. Completed OAWA Membership Form.
5. Completed Team Impact W.C. Registration Form.
6. Registration Fee (Cheque payable to Team Impact)
7. Read the information regarding the practice policies (click here http://teamimpact.ca/Practices.php)
The following forms must be completed upon registration
1. Completed OAWA Membership Form including a photo copy of proof of age.
2. Completed Team Impact W.C. Registration Form
2010 Team Impact Registration Form for Cadet, Juvenile, Junior and Seniors
Team Impact Registration Form for Novice, Kids and Bantams
Team Impact Annual Membership Fees
For more information on our program for athletes under 15 years of age contact: Andrea Troja by e-mail at: teamimpactkidz@gmail.com
For more information on our program for athletes over 14 years of age contact: Chris Stefopulos teamimpact@netscape.ca
Application for community sports funding assistance can be found on the following link: http://www.canadiantire.ca/jumpstart
Rules, Policies and Procedures and Waiver Agreement
This agreement is intended for the benefit of everyone involved. Its purpose is to clarify the responsibilities of its members and provide for a positive experience for everyone. The Team Impact Wrestling Club (TIWC) goal is to produce exemplary citizen on and off the wrestling mat. Participation in our club will facilitate excellent preparation for success in life.
All Team Impact Wrestling Club athletes are representatives of this wrestling club, the community, the province, the country as well as their families. The team will be evaluated by the actions of its members both on and off the mats. Taking this into account, we expect all our members to be considered in the highest regard. We therefore insist that members follow these rules while participating in any event in which the club is involved, including travel to and from with the club:
2008-2009 Team impact Wrestling Club Rules, Policies and Procedures:
1. Abide by the rules, laws, regulations and bylaws of the OAWA, the CAWA, Canada, and the Province of Ontario (or any province or foreign country in which the athlete may be traveling with the club), or any host or host venue.
2. Team Impact does not advocate the use of any performance enhancing substance either on the permitted or banned list. There will be no use of or possession of drugs or performance enhancing substances prohibited by either law or the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport.
3. The use of any form of tobacco during the time of any TIWC event is banned.
4. The TIWC does not advocate any behaviour contrary to fair play. Any conduct detrimental to the best interest of the club will not be tolerated. This includes fighting and poor sportsmanship such as swearing, trash talking, showboating or arguing with officials, coaches, parents or teachers.
5. Possession or use of alcoholic while under the Ontario legal age, and/ or being intoxicated, regardless of age, while representing the club at any event is prohibited.
6. Athletes with any infectious or contagious diseases are not to return to practice or competition until the infectious or contagious disease has been cleared by a doctor. For skin diseases, the skin must be completely returned to normal. Athletes must notify a coach and all athletes in contact with, of any infectious or contagious diseases such as ringworm. Athletes are not to come into contact with blood other than their own. Stop, clean and cover all cuts and bleeding immediately.
7. Unless otherwise stated by a TIWC coach, on over night coach-supervised trips the following protocol will apply: The curfew is 10 p.m. lights out, in your assigned room and sleeping. Members must be in their assigned rooms, unless permission to change rooms is given by a coach.Members are responsible for any damage resulting to their assigned room unless the changed assignments are noted.
8 Respect the property of others at all times, including while traveling to events, while participating at events, while residing in accommodations. Theft and vandalism will not be tolerated. No stealing, tampering with, or destruction of belongings or the property of others.
9. Harassment is a criminal offence and will be treated as one. Harassment whether written, verbal, sexual, physical, emotional or racial, will not be tolerated. Any form of hazing (initiation) will be treated as harassment.
10. No fraternizing, please refrain from public displays of affection with girlfriends or boyfriends during club activities.
11. No females in males rooms and or no males in females rooms on any over night event.
12. Same-gender chaperones must be present on all over-night trips with athletes under 18 years of age.
In cases of illegal activity: the police will be contacted and any member breaking the law will be charged. Take note that the club will come down very tough on athletes guilty of any behaviour contrary to fair play or illegal.
Defiance of the above proceeding rules, policies and procedures can result in immediate suspension. An immediate suspension at the discretion of the coaching staff present can involve being sent home from an over-night event at the expense of the violator. A disciplinary hearing against the violator will be held to discuss a suspension from overnight trips for at least a period of exactly one-year. A more severe penalty may also be imposed. However, any appeal by the athlete and his/her parent/ guardian or personal coach will be heard by the TIWC executive before making their final decision. Ultimately, the executive reserves the right to refuse or revoke membership to any athlete who fails to comply with the TIWC Rules, Policies and Procedures or any new rules, policies or procedures imposed verbally at any given time.
Disclaimer of Liability
The Team Impact Wrestling Club and its staff do not assume liability for any injuries incurred while at a formal practice or any wrestling related event or on the way to or from any said event or practice. Please contact your insurance company to get additional insurance if necessary.
The athlete, in participating or using any club facilities, does so at his/her own risk. The TIWC staff shall not be liable for any damages arising from personal injuries sustained by the athlete during any TIWC event or at the facilities. The athlete and his/her parents assume full responsibility for any damages or injuries which may occur during participation in club activities and hereby fully and forever exonerate and discharge the TWC, its staff, employees and agents, from any and all claims, demands, rights of action or causes of action, present or future, whether the same be known, anticipated or unanticipated, resulting from or arising out of the athlete’s participation in the program and in use of the facilities
As a condition of participation, each participant must have had a physical check-up by a certified physician within the last calendar year. A signature is required on the Team Impact Registration and Emergence Action Plan Form to acknowledge and declare you or your son/daughter has had such a medical and is healthy and able to participate in wrestling and intensive physical activities.
A signature is required on the Team Impact Registration and Emergence Action Plan Form to accept this 2008-2009 Rules, Policies and Procedures and Waiver Agreement.
TEAM IMPACT WRESTLING CLUB- Expectations of Excellence for Athletes :
The Team Impact Wrestling Club is a non-profit organization that is focused on providing an organized and constructive environment where athletes can develop character and master wrestling skills. The club is committed towards coaching at all levels of the sport; but, primarily focusing on developing elite high performance athletes. Our goal is to put athletes on provincial, national and international podiums. To achieve this we must produce an atmosphere where athletes of all levels can flourish and we can work together to ultimately create an environment where elite results can be attained. The core focus is to build a solid base by developing a strong grassroots-feeder system. Proper preparation is an integral part of an optimal performance. Practices are scheduled year round. The coaching staff is committed to providing the best possible instruction in the sport of wrestling. Our objective in the process is not only focused on producing elite athletes, but on cultivating exemplary citizens. We want to pass along good values and life-long skills. Productivity is a direct result of a committed effort and professional approach towards achieving set goals. Being a member of the Team Impact Wrestling Club you become a representative of all that we are. Our goal is to adhere to the highest possible standards so that we can deliver the best program. To do this we ask our members to demonstrate the following habits.
1. Set a Goal- Whatever you do, do it with a purpose, an end in mind and it will get done. A purpose is an objective and an end in mind is a goal. Set objectives and goals what are personal, challenging, attainable, specific and measurable. Focus on the process/ performance over product/ outcome. Having goals will give direction and meaning to your efforts. Write down your goal and put it up somewhere where you will see it everyday
2. Communication Skills- Share your goal with the coaches and together make a plan of action. Provide constant feedback to coaches on matters that affect you, your goal and your expectations. Let the coaches know what they can do to help you. Coaches do many things; but they cannot read minds. Notify coaches of any medical considerations or medical action plans (i.e. epilepsy, diabetes, allergies, hepatitis, infections diseases, etc). If you are absent for more than two consecutive practices, notify a coach. Also, if injured notify a coach immediately. The athlete must inform the coach if they are taking any medical or performance enhancing substances. Athletes must also inform coaches if they plan to practice at another club or compete independently of the club.
3. Positive Attitude- Exhibit a positive attitude at all times. Behave in an honest and courteous manner. Show good sportsmanship by being humble in victory and proud in defeat. We value good sportsmanship over a championship. By being a good sport you will always be a winner. Being a good sport is essential. We will not condone the use of profane language or offensive gestures. The use of profound language and offensive gestures is a sign of a lack of discipline or lack of self control. Negative comments, put-downs, constant arguing, excuses, blaming, or complaining (whining) is a sign of a weak character and it will not be tolerated. This is not the behaviour of self confident winners. It you do not have anything good to say, do not say anything. Remember “live is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to what happens to you” (Lou Holtz). What you say about others says more about you.
4. Punctuality - Be prompt. Arrive "on time" and "on time" means being there 10 minutes early and ready to go. Do not wait to be told to start. A good team practice should run itself. If you are late, it is disrespectful and disruptive to the other members to take your time getting changed and ready. Rush to get ready, warm-up and see a coach so he can work you into the practice. If you have to leave the practice at any point inform a coach. Be on-time, work over-time.
5. Readiness - Come to practice and tournaments prepared. For practices, bring a water bottle (no sharing), shorts, T-shirt, wrestling boots, running shoes, skipping rope, athletic injury tape and trimmed fingernails. A mouth guard is recommended. For tournaments, you will need a red and a blue singlet, handkerchief, wrestling boots, warm up gear, a combination lock, a nutritious meal or two, as well as toiletries for showering. Personal hygiene is crucial in the prevention of skin infections such as ringworm. All personal wrestling gear, equipment and cloths (i.e. especially knee pads) must be clean and free of bad odor. You should always shower immediately after every workout and/ or competition by using a washcloth soaked with medicated soap. Athletes are not to come into contact with blood other than their own. Stop, clean and cover all cuts and bleeding immediately
6. Tenacious Work Ethic -Always performs to the best of your ability. To get more, you must ask for more from yourself. Always work to your maximum and you will get more. You get what you give. Develop a strong will to constantly accomplish and achieve more. Be intense in all your efforts. Do in practice what you do in a match. Success people are people who failed, but refused to quit. Set your goals towards improving your physical conditioning, developing new skills and improving old skills. Maintain an excellent level of fitness by getting involved with other sports and/or working out daily. It is your personal responsibility to be in excellent physical condition for wrestling. We do not loss matches because of poor conditioning.
7. Respect – Respect is a 2-way street. Show respect to others and others will show respect back to you. Respect the coaches, officials, and any support staff by following their instructions. Please address coaches as “Coach” and their last name. Please do not use their first names, unless otherwise advised. Parents and support staff should be addressed as Mr. or Mrs., unless otherwise requested by them. Respect the property of others, whether at the training site, the competition site or while residing in travel accommodations. Garbage belongs in the garbage bins, and vandalism will not be tolerated. Keep hotel rooms, practice areas and change-rooms neat, organized and clean. Respect others by not participating in teasing and ridiculing.
8. Teamwork and Leadership- The best leaders are those that lead by example. Help with the set-up and clean up with each practice. Assist coaches where assistance is needed. Help motivate others to improve. If you are eliminated from a competition, learn from the experience of others, take notes and help your teammates prepare for their matches. Do not leave the venue until everyone from our team is finished wrestling. If you have to leave early always inform a coach of your departure. Help the coaches and athletes prepare for their matches and cheer your teammates on. A team is not going to a tournament with 25 athletes and during the finals only having 5 athletes at the tournament. T.E.A.M. = Together – Everyone – Achieves - More. Team work makes the dream work!
9. Desire and Commitment- The most successful athletes are self-motivated and have developed the “relentless will to win." This means being willing to do what it takes to win; come to every practice, work hard, eat right, get quality recovery time (sleep) and follow the coach’s instructions. Make a commitment to being the best that you can be, by working to improve on your weaknesses and on improving your strength and cardio-fitness. Great improvements do not come to those who “know it all” or are complacent in your achievements. Lose your “coolness,” drop your ego and you will achieve greater heights.
10. Take initiative and show benevolence - Provide help where or when help is needed. Give back do not just take. Be grateful and take an active role in helping to develop a successful club. Each event partaken by the club is a direct reflection of what it represents. From practices to tournaments to fundraisers, whatever we do, we do together for the betterment of the team. Help others by being a mentor to the younger athletes. Share your expertise with those who may benefit from it. Please welcome new members by introducing yourself and try to learn the names of everyone on the team.
11. Dress Code – Your clothing should be neat, clean and respectable. On all club events wear your club gear. Show some respect for yourself by not to wearing clothing depicting illegal drugs, alcohol, profane language, racial, sexual or vulgar suggestions. If you dress with class, usually people will treat you with class.
12. Integrity and accountability. Let honesty govern your actions and you can do no wrong. Think before you speak and mean what you say. Fair play and sportsmanship take precedence over wining in our club. Team Impact will not condone any illegal behaviour or any behaviour contrary to fairplay.
13. Time Management - Use a calendar or day planner to keep organized. Effective management of your time will help to you to control and manage stress. Learn to use your time productively. Please plan ahead to avoid organizational problems. Make your intentions to participate in any tournaments or events clear no later than 2 weeks prior to the event. Prioritize with the end-goal in mind.Plan ahead and maintain an agenda or schedule. Manage your time effectively in order to excel in school or your personal life and to avoid missing training or competitions due to falling behind. Regular attendance and review combined with good organization is an integral aspect of succeeding in school as well as other aspects of life. We expect to hear good results and compliments about you in all aspects of your life.
14. Winners breed Winners- Assimilation by association;you can become that which you associate with. If you hang around peers who are constantly in trouble with the law, chances are good you too will also become in trouble with the law. Associate with peers who do well in school, do not take drugs and possess the above habits and you will do better.
Improvements come sooner for participants who are cooperative and follow the above habits. Our objective is to improve with every effort and we will commend every person who gives it their all. Our goal is to put athletes on the podiums at provincial, national, and international events. Our ultimate goal is to be the best wrestling club in Canada. These goals can only be achieved if no one cares about who gets the credit and everyone helps in the quest to be the best. In the end, we all will win because we have become better people.