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STF Strategic Plan (4–8 years)

Strategic & Growth

St. Vincent Taekwondo Federation (STF) Strategic Plan 2025–2033

“Building Champions on and off the Mat”

1. Introduction & Context

The St. Vincent Taekwondo Federation (STF) operates in a small island environment with a limited sports infrastructure, modest funding sources, and geographic challenges that can restrict access to international training and competition.

Yet, these limitations also present unique opportunities — to build a tightly knit, well-organized federation where every member is known, supported, and given a fair pathway to succeed.

This strategic plan provides a 4–8 year roadmap to grow participation, develop elite athletes, and strengthen governance — ensuring that St. Vincent and the Grenadines is recognized regionally and internationally as a disciplined, respected, and competitive Taekwondo nation.

2. Vision

To make Taekwondo the most respected and accessible martial art in St. Vincent and the Grenadines — producing athletes, coaches, and officials of world-class caliber while fostering discipline, respect, and community pride.

3. Mission

To develop Taekwondo at every level — from grassroots to elite performance — through structured programs, ethical leadership, and inclusive community engagement.

4. Core Values

  • Respect – For the sport, its traditions, and each other.

  • Integrity – Transparent decision-making and fair play.

  • Excellence – Pursuit of high standards in training, coaching, and performance.

  • Inclusion – Access to Taekwondo regardless of gender, location, or background.

  • Safety – Commitment to athlete welfare in training, travel, and competition.

5. Strategic Priorities & Goals

Priority 1 – Athlete Pathway Excellence

Goal: Develop a clear Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) pathway that supports growth from beginner to elite.

  • Implement Grading & Promotion Policy across all clubs.

  • Establish National Development Squads for talent ages 11–17.

  • Secure international training exchanges with regional federations.

Quick Wins (Year 1–2):

  • Run 2 national training camps annually.

  • Create a national athlete database.

  • Hold open selection tournaments with transparent scoring.

Priority 2 – Coaching & Technical Development

Goal: Build a national coaching standard aligned with international certification bodies.

  • Launch Coach Development Pathway with Level 1–3 tiers.

  • Require criminal background checks for all coaches.

  • Provide access to online and in-person technical workshops.

Quick Wins (Year 1–2):

  • Certify at least 5 new coaches.

  • Partner with Pan American Taekwondo Union for virtual clinics.

Priority 3 – Governance & Compliance

Goal: Operate under international best practice in transparency, safety, and accountability.

  • Finalize all STF policies in the Policy Bridge.

  • Implement annual audits and publish a public report.

  • Establish Athlete & Coach Councils for feedback.

Quick Wins (Year 1–2):

  • Publish Policy Bridge online.

  • Host first AGM with open Q&A session.

Priority 4 – Competition & Representation

Goal: Increase international representation of Vincentian athletes.

  • Participate in at least 3 regional tournaments annually.

  • Host one regional or invitational event in St. Vincent within 4 years.

Quick Wins (Year 1–2):

  • Send a minimum of 2 athletes to one Pan American event.

  • Partner with tourism board to pitch St. Vincent as an event host.

Priority 5 – Funding & Resources

Goal: Secure sustainable funding to support athlete travel, equipment, and training.

  • Develop Sponsorship & Fundraising Policy.

  • Build corporate partnerships with local businesses.

  • Apply for regional and international sport development grants.

Quick Wins (Year 1–2):

  • Launch community fundraising events.

  • Secure one major sponsor for the national team.

Priority 6 – Community Engagement & Inclusion

Goal: Expand participation across all parishes and demographics.

  • Create Women in Taekwondo Development Strategy.

  • Partner with schools for after-school programs.

  • Introduce low-cost entry programs for underserved communities.

Quick Wins (Year 1–2):

  • Hold free public Taekwondo day events.

  • Launch school Taekwondo outreach program in at least 3 schools.

6. Implementation Timeline

Year

Key Milestones

1–2

Quick wins, policy completion, athlete database, first national camps, coach certification drive.

3–4

Regional competition hosting bid, expanded sponsorship base, full LTAD rollout, more national squads.

5–6

First STF-hosted international event, athletes ranked in Pan Am standings, increased female participation.

7–8

Consistent presence in world championships, fully self-sustaining federation operations.

7. Monitoring & Review

  • Annual Review – Evaluate KPIs and progress.

  • Mid-Term Review (Year 4) – Adjust plan based on results.

  • Final Review (Year 8) – Set next cycle priorities.

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