SPORT ARNIS
Sport Arnis Canada's purpose is to provide a framework for its member schools to offer high-quality and safe programs to its members.
MANDATE & GOALS
The goal of Sport Arnis Canada is to expand recognition of Arnis as a Sports and Athletic Program that will allow all Arnis practitioners and competitors the opportunity to measure themselves against their peers in a safe and fun manner that is inclusive and respects equal access to all.
Sport Arnis Canada will emphasize mental wellness and physical education and offer grading and promotion. It will also include an option for athletes in Canada to compete in organized events to build character and extend goodwill within the community.
FIVE PILLARS
(1) Community (appreciation of Filipino culture).
(2) Awareness (to expand the recognition of Sport Arnis).
(3) Unity (to bring Canadian Arnis communities together).
(4) Safety (to practice and compete safely).
(5) Education (to share Filipino Martial Arts and the history behind it).
SPORT ARNIS
ATHLETES TRAINING
- Official recognition and ranking
- Part of a network of schools and the larger community of martial artists
- Passport to track your martial arts journey
- Discounted Seminars, Travel & Competition
COACHES CERTIFICATION
- Professional development
- Formal Coaching recognition
- NCCP education - a pathway to professional coaching
- Insurance and due diligence
- Certification ensures expertise and oversight.
- Part of a national network of Coaches
OFFICIALS SEMINAR
- Professional development
- Consistency
- Legitimacy
- Standards of practice
- Part of a national sports network
CLUB NETWORK
- Part of a National network of schools across Canada and around the world
- Backing of Provincial and National sports organizations
- Insurance
- Credibility