Two-time Olympic Medalist and World Champion, Jimmy Pedro, has teamed with Buck Wessell,
2004 Olympic Team Leader of the Boulder Judo Training Center in Colorado,
to provide a Professional Judo system and holistic approach to the development of well-rounded athletes.
Team FORCE is a full-time resident training program for judo players looking not only to advance their
level of success in the sport of judo, but also want to become well-rounded athletes and successful leaders within their community.
FORCE stands for “Focus On Results, Civic Responsibility and Education".
The Team FORCE program is designed to help athletes succeed in every aspect of their life.
Team FORCE will provide young adults with the opportunity to train in the sport of
judo in pursuit of their Olympic dreams while learning valuable life skills and leadership
traits that will arm them for success in life after sport.
Team FORCE places emphasis on education, positive role modeling, civic
responsibility, and life long skills that will help impact society in a positive way.
Pursuit of Olympic Dreams
Working to develop both mental and physical skills, Team FORCE athletes will train year round
to perfect their abilities within the sport of judo by attending practices and tournaments locally,
nationally and internationally.
Ultimately, many Team FORCE athletes will be serious contenders
to represent the United States in the Olympic Games and the World Championships.
Life Skills Development
Team FORCE athletes will also participate in monthly leadership sessions that focus on the
key attributes and characteristics that leaders and champions possess, including setting goals, focus,
discipline, confidence, communication skills, and visualization.
Team FORCE athletes will also serve as role models and mentors
by speaking to schools in their community, instructing classes for younger athletes and
participating in civic events within their area.
Community Service
Team FORCE members will give back to the community and fulfill their civic responsibility
by participating in the Aim Higher program offered by the Boulder Judo Training Center.
The Aim Higher program provides judo and sports programs for underprivileged and adjudicated
youth within the community.
Team FORCE athletes will foster the progress of these youth by serving as coaches and peer advisors in this
program.
Team FORCE members receive financial assistance for the following:
Travel
Education Expenses
Housing
Training Camps
National and International Events
Elite Program Costs
