Future Focus: Fostering Archery at the Rocky Mountain Classic

Dawn Groszko: Fostering Archery at the Rocky Mountain ClassicIn this episode of The Archery Parent Podcast, Manisha welcomes Dawn Grozsko, Archer, coach, and organizer of the the Rocky Mountain Classic. The event, scheduled for January 2nd to 4th, 2026, welcomes Archers under 25. Dawn highlights its unique offerings, including match play and team events, which are rare for youth tournaments in Canada. This episode covers the tournament's evolution, registration details, and what first-time participants can expect. It also emphasizes the importance of youth development in Canada and provides practical travel tips for Archers attending.This episode will be released after the deadline for 2026. If you’re still interested in attending, contact event organizers*, or plan on attending in 2027. (*NOTE: There is no guarantee that registration will be re-opened.)00:00 Welcome to the Archery Parent Podcast00:56 Introducing Dawn Grozsko and the Rocky Mountain Classic01:23 The Origin and Evolution of the Rocky Mountain Classic02:39 Event Details and Logistics04:36 The Importance of Match Play in Archery06:14 Core Values and Mission of the Rocky Mountain Classic10:15 Categories and Bow Disciplines16:11 NASP and Youth Archery Programs17:37 Ensuring a Fun and Supportive Environment20:04 Life Skills and Feedback from the Rocky Mountain Classic21:23 Advice for First-Time Rocky Mountain Classic Parents22:03 The Importance of Youth Development22:54 Encouraging Positive Mindsets in Young Archers26:51 The Role of Volunteers in Archery Events28:07 Preparing for Away Tournaments34:41 Travel Tips for Archers40:29 Final Thoughts and EncouragementTournament Information & RegistrationOfficial Website: jimbowsjuniors.ca Contact Email: jjacshoots{at}gmail.com Location: Abbey Centre, Blackfalds, Alberta (approx. two hours north of Calgary)Facebook Pages for Results:JJAC Facebook Page Archery Alberta Facebook PageOfficial Results:IANSEO: Results will be listed here following the competitionFor a comprehensive recap, extra tips, and resources for this episode and the Rocky Mountain Classic event, visit our blog.----For more episodes, visit archeryparentpodcast.ca. We’re doing this one arrow at a time.ATTRIBUTION: Permission granted for the use of "The Stranger" by Michal Menert and Adam Corey Tenenbaum of Wooden Flowers, for Season 1 of "The Archery Parent Podcast". MUSIC: "The Stranger"ARTIST: Wooden Flowers (Michael Menert and Adam Corey Tenenbaum)ALBUM: "Goldtrails", Gravitas RecordsINSTAGRAM: @giantmetalcrickets @michalmenertWEBSITE: https://giantmetalcrickets.bandcamp.comYOUTUBE: @giantmetalcrickets2020 FACEBOOK: Giant Metal CricketsListen to Wooden Flowers "The Stranger" on Spotify and all other streaming platforms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.