Saskatchewan Sport Framework Compliance

Safety & Standards

At National Athletics Academy, participant safety is our highest operating standard. We adhere strictly to the safeguards recommended by Sask Sport, the Coaching Association of Canada, and sport safety frameworks.

Parent Trust Center

The Three Non-Negotiable Safeguards

Every child in Regina deserves a secure, encouraging, and abuse-free sporting environment. NAA enforces these three core safety protocols without exception:

Required for All NAA Coaches & Activity Leaders

Respect in Sport (Activity Leader)

In Saskatchewan, youth sports operate under the Sask Sport Respect in Sport (RiS) framework. Required for all NAA coaches and activity leaders, 100% of NAA coaches, assistant coaches, and administrative personnel must hold active Respect in Sport Activity Leader certification prior to stepping onto the court or field.

What this covers:Bullying prevention, harassment identification, discrimination safeguards, and emotional athlete well-being.
Vulnerable Sector Screened

CRC-VSS Police Checks

All coaches, instructors, and volunteers working with youth participants undergo thorough Criminal Record Checks with Vulnerable Sector Screening (CRC-VSS) through the Regina Police Service or local RCMP detachments.

Renewal Cycle:Screenings are renewed on strict multi-year cycles, with mandatory annual statutory declarations of no changes.
CAC Mandate

CAC Rule of Two

NAA follows the Coaching Association of Canada (CAC) Rule of Two: interactions between coaches and participants always take place in open, observable settings with two screened adults present, never one-on-one behind closed doors.

Core Standard:Two screened adults are always present or interactions occur in open, observable settings.
Physical Wellbeing

Concussion Protocols & Emergency Action Plans

Sport should build resilience, not risk. NAA maintains rigorous on-site health standards across all gymnasium, turf, and martial arts facilities in Regina:

1

Sask Sport Concussion Recognition

Follows Parachute Canada & Sask Sport Concussion Protocol. When in doubt, the athlete sits out — mandatory physician clearance required before Return-to-Play.

2

First Aid & CPR Certified Staff

Every active training block has a designated First Aid / CPR certified lead coach with fully inspected first-aid kits on site.

3

Venue Emergency Action Plans (EAP)

Specific emergency procedures, AED locations, and emergency contacts documented for each Regina school and fieldhouse venue.

Special Safeguards in MMA Fundamentals

NAA offers MMA fundamentals (striking, grappling, self-defence) strictly as skill development, discipline, and fitness — never unsanctioned fighting.

  • ✓ No head strikes permitted in youth cohorts (Ages 4–12)
  • ✓ Mandatory protective gear (shin guards, headgear, mouthguards) for any youth sparring
  • ✓ Strict 1:8 coach-to-athlete supervision on all mat training

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