What does a Train to Train Ringette program look like?
• Ringette-specific technical, tactical and fitness training 6-9 times per week, including complementary sports • Continue to develop general fitness and conditioning • Be aware of sensitive periods for development of strength, speed and endurance: • Strength: sensitive period for strength development in females after the onset of menarche • Speed: sensitive period for speed development in females at approximately 11-13 years and in males at approximately 13-16 years • Endurance: sensitive period for endurance (stamina) development in males with the onset of peak height velocity • Pay special attention to maintaining flexibility during periods of rapid growth • Competition format: Female vs. female only teams, male vs. male only teams Organized League games based on age level and/or ability (standings are recorded). Weekly games with some tournaments. Tournaments, Provincial and League Championship format should be modified round robin or other format to allow maximum number of games f
