Throwers Circle

Last Updated on April 15, 2023 by Andrew Pirie

Run for Change Throwers Circle Clinics 1 and 2 with certificates

Support the Throwers Circle to be a part of the bigger picture.

Throwers Circle is an Organization of Shotput, Discus, Hammer, and Javelin Throwers

 

Vision Mission

  • To increase awareness of the event of hammer, javelin, shot-put, and discus
  • To create a venue for throwers from different schools, universities, teams, and provinces to come together to share their knowledge and experiences
  • To create a solid support group for aspiring and competitive athletes
  • To establish clear and transparent standards for performance and ranking

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Activities

  • Bi-weekly meetings with athletes, coaches, and trainers
  • Train with national athletes and individuals from other Universities and provinces
  • Lectures and Discussions
  • Form, Technique, Biomechanics
  • Nutrition
  • Training Programs
  • Regular performance tests and ranking system
  • Two National Competitions per year

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National Competition and Conference

  • 3-day Throws Competition
  • Tune up for Philippine National Games in May
  • Standardized performance tests
  • National Ranking Lists

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How to Become a Member?

  • Annual Membership – Php 800/year
  • Semi-annual Membership – P450/half-year
  • Free access to lectures, handouts, and training sessions
  • Membership Card / Identification Card
  • Training Shirt
  • P30% discount at Semi-Annual National Competition
  • 15% DISCOUNT IF YOU REGISTER BEFORE FEBRUARY

 

Greetings from Run for Change and the Thrower’s Circle!

Run for Change (Run4change Inc.) is a non-profit organization driven by its passion for sports development coupled with the vision of a society that believes in the power of sports in promoting positive change in oneself, the community, and the nation. Since 2008, Run for Change has been implementing its three-pronged Sports Advocacy Program composed of Sporting Events, Sports Education, and Sports Development.

 As part of its Sports Advocacy Program, Run for Change will be formally organizing the THROWERS’ CIRCLE, an association of hammer, shot-put, discus, and javelin throwers who share the same passion for the sport. As part of its inaugural activities, we will be conducting a throwers clinic and symposium for athletes and coaches from January 19-23, titled “Circle of Champions.”

 

The schedule of activities will be as follows:

SATURDAY , January 19 (ULTRA Audio Visual Room)
1:00-1:30 Clinic and Symposium Registration
  Introduction of the Throwers’ Circle
1:30-3:00 Lecture # 1 – Hammer Throw by Arniel Ferrera (see below)
3:00-4:30 Lecture # 2 – Javelin Throw by Danilo Fresnido (see below)
4:30-5:30 Open Forum
SUNDAY January 20 (ULTRA Audio Visual Room)
10:00-12:00 Introduction of guest lecturer – James Wong
  Lecture # 3 – Strength and Conditioning for Throwers
12:00-2:00 PM Lunch Break
2:00-5:30 Lecture # 4 – Throwing Drills by James Wong
MONDAY January 21 (ULTRA)
8:00-10:30 AM Practical Session # 1 & 2
10:30-12:00 PM Lecture # 3
12:00-2:00 Lunch Break
2:00-3:00 Practical Session # 3
3:00-5:30 Performance Tests and Mini Competition
5:30-6:30 Formal Launch of Throwers’ Circle
  Awarding of Certificates of Attendance and Participation

Notes

As such, we would like to invite your College and High School athletes and their coaches to be a participant in this three-day clinic and workshop. The throws clinic will have as attendees the top throwers from all disciplines (hammer, shot put, discus, and javelin) coming from different Universities, Colleges, and members of the National Team. The symposium will be conducted jointly by James Wong, Arniel Ferrera, and Danilo Fresnido, all SEA Games Champions. The lectures shall be made open to all athletes and coaches interested in learning new techniques, and developments in strength and conditioning, and performance training. This will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Confirmation is required. We can only accommodate 25 athletes for the clinic, but we can accommodate as many participants for the lectures. THIS WILL BE FREE TO ALL INVITEES. Please

confirm before Thursday, 17 January 2013.

[CLICK HERE TO CONFIRM ATTENDANCE]

This is a great opportunity to meet and link up with other athletes

Who share the same passion for their sport. This kind of exposure doesn’t come very often. Hopefully, with the establishment of the Throwers’ Circle and we can help increase opportunities for collaboration and cooperation, especially in Sports Development.

We hope this letter reaches you at a good time and we look forward to your most favorable response to this request. Should you have any questions or suggestions, you may contact us at 0939 234 4287 or through email at [email protected]. You may also confirm your attendance with our event Secretariat, Ms. Phoebe Buquing, at 0999-999-3742 or 0917-533-3742 or [email protected].

Sincerely,

(signed)

ARNIEL B. FERRERA 

Interim Convenor, Throwers’ Circle

SEA Games Record Holder and Champion, Hammer Throw

National Record Holder, Hammer Throw – 2009 to present

Junior Record Holder, Hammer Throw – 2000 to present

Junior Record Holder, Discus – 2000 to present

(signed)

DANILO G. FRESNIDO

Founding Member, Throwers’ Circle

SEA GAMES Champion, Javelin Throw – 2003, 2005, 2009

National Record Holder, Javelin Throw – 2009 to present

(signed)

CHRISTOPHER DOMINIQUE C. HEY

Founding Member, Throwers’ Circle

UAAP Shot-put Champion – 2008 to 2010

Phil. Unigames Shot-put Champion – 2008, 2010

UAAP Junior Record Holder, Discus – 2006 to 2012

(signed)

KARL I. FRANCISCO

Founding Member, Throwers’ Circle

UAAP Champion, Hammer Throw – 2008 to 2010

 

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HAMMER THROW MODULE

  1. GRIP
  2. SWINGS

III. FIRST TURN/TRANSITION

  1. SECOND TURN
  2. THIRD TURN
  3. RELEASE AND RECOVERY

 

 

JAVELIN THROW MODULE

  1. GRIP
  2. APPROACH PHASE

III. 5-STRIDE RHYTHM PHASE (Withdrawal )

  1. 5-STRIDE RHYTHM PHASE ( Impulse Stride )
  2. DELIVERY PHASE

Part 1: Transition

2: Power Position

3: Final Arm Movement

  1. RECOVERY PHASE

Circle of Champions – Certificates of Participation and Attendance now available

Last January 19-21, Throwers Circle conducted its inaugural event titled, “Circle of Champions: A 3-day Throwing Clinic.” The clinic was conducted by none other than 10-time SEA Games Gold Medalist James Wong (General Manager of Singapore Athletic Association and Chief of Sports Development & Performance) and SEA Games Record Holder for Hammer Throw Arniel Ferrera. They also had with them National Coaching Staff members Nixon Mas and Danilo Fresnido, himself a National Record holder for the Javelin Throw.

Circle of Champions: A 3-day Throwing Clinic

Those who were able to complete the 5-sessions will receive a Certificate of Participation, while those who attended at least 3 sessions will receive a Certificate of Attendance.

CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION:

  • Gary Santiago
  • Mark Robert Lozada
  • Michael Baguisa
  • Percival Quiambao

CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE:

  • Rose Lontajo
  • Karl Francisco
  • Felix Camagay
  • Matrix Jamine Ortiz
  • Joyce Ann G. Delmoro
  • Archie Toledo

Other attendees include:

  • Dario de Rosas
  • Gabs Aganon
  • Joey Luz
  • Loraine Claver
  • Serenata Saluan
  • Emmanuel delos Angeles
  • Jessa Mae Fernandez
  • Edlyn Barcelona
  • Aldee Denuyo
  • Krisha Sardenia
  • Jila Dela Rosa
  • Rechelle Abodilmo
  • Kiza Faith Zombilla
  • Bernadette Ignacio
  • Kate Feliciano
  • Mark Ian delos Santos
  • Lantasan Abdillah
  • David Manag
  • Melissa De Jagle
  • Ernie Sabiduria
  • RJ Cabanyog
  • Laurence Rose
  • Twinkle Masilang

If there are any corrections as the spelling of your names and/or your name was not included in the list, please contact Event Secretariat, PHOEBE BUQUING at 0999-999-3742 or 0917-533-3742.

 

The Throwers Circle will be having another “Circle of Champions” in Baguio this February. Manila participants are encouraged to attend. It will be a 2-day training camp with National Champions Arniel Ferrera, Nixon Mas, and Danilo Fresnido — with Arniel Ferrera, Joey Ming Lao, James Wong Tuck Yim, Nixon Mas, and Nikolas Mas at Ultra-Philippine Sports Complex, Pasig Philippines.

Run for Change &  Throwers Circle launch second throws Clinic in Baguio Schedule  and DEPED Endorsement (updated)

The Department of Education in the Cordillera Administrative Region (DepEd-

CAR) encourages all school heads to send participants (athletes, teachers, and non-teaching personnel) to the 3-DAY SEMINAR AND WORKSHOP which will be held on February 14 & 15 from 3:oo pm to 6:oo pm and on February 16, from 9:oo AM to 4: oo PM at Quezon Elementary School Social Hall (Baguio City) and school grounds.

DepEd-CAR Baguio, as a co-sponsor of this activity, will grant service credit & certificate of overtime credit to teachers and non-teaching personnel respectively who will attend and participate actively in this sports activity. THIS 3-DAY SEMINAR AND WORKSHOP IS FREE as part of the Sports Development Program and Advocacy of Run for Change.

This 2nd leg of the Strength and Conditioning Seminar (3-day seminar and workshop) will be conducted by members of the National Coaching Staff for Athletics Nixon Mas, Danilo Fresnido, and National Athlete Arniel Ferrera.

The School Division Superintendent of DepEd in Baguio City, Estela Leon-Cariño has endorsed this event

(see attached DepEd Indorsement dated February 11, 2013).

 

SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14

3:00 – 3:15 PM Registration

3:00 – 3:30 Welcome Remarks

3:30 – 4:00 Introduction to Strength and Conditioning Programs and Sessions

4:00 – 4:45 The Essential Components of Principles of Training and Programming

4:45 – 5:30 Physiological and Psychological Aspects of Training

5:30 – 6:00 OPEN FORUM

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15

3:00 – 3:30 PM Talent Identification

3:30 – 4:30 Specific Exercises for Strength and Conditioning

4:30 – 5:15 Creating a Training Program

5:15 – 5:45 Injury Prevention, Management, and Rehabilitation

5:45 – 6:00 OPEN FORUM[youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IKrZzPX_WwA]

Support the Throwers Circle to be a part of the bigger picture.

Throwers Circle is an Organization of Shot Put, Discus, Hammer, and Javelin Throwers

Greetings from Run for Change and the Thrower’s Circle!

Run for Change (Run4change Inc.) is a non-profit organization driven by its passion for sports development coupled with the vision of a society that believes in the power of sports in promoting positive change in oneself, the community, and the nation. Since 2008, Run for Change has been implementing its three-pronged Sports Advocacy Program composed of Sporting Events, Sports Education, and Sports Development.

As part of its Sports Advocacy Program, Run for Change will be formally organizing the THROWERS’ CIRCLE, an association of hammer, shot-put, discus, and javelin throwers who share the same passion for the sport. As part of its inaugural activities, we will be conducting a throwers clinic and symposium for athletes and coaches from January 19-23, titled “Circle of Champions.”

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