Structured Grading Rubric (VA First Pass)
This rubric ensures:
• Consistency
• Fairness
• Scalability
• Integrity
The VA performs initial scoring.
You review only borderline or high-level cases if needed.
3D STRENGTH PROGRAMMING RUBRIC™
Total Score: 100 Points
Pass Mark: 80
Below 80 = revision required
SECTION 1 — Assessment Summary (20 Points)
What we are checking:
Did they correctly interpret imbalance?
✔ Clearly identifies dominant pillar (5 pts)
✔ Clearly identifies weakest pillar (5 pts)
✔ Correctly interprets assessment findings (5 pts)
✔ Avoids over-pathologizing language (5 pts)
Fail markers:
- Vague diagnosis
- Confusing movement issue with pillar imbalance
- No structural reasoning
SECTION 2 — Pillar Bias Logic (20 Points)
✔ Bias aligns with weakest pillar (5 pts)
✔ Does not abandon dominant pillar completely (5 pts)
✔ Demonstrates proportional thinking (5 pts)
✔ Avoids overcorrection (5 pts)
Fail markers:
- Eliminates bilateral work entirely
- Overloads instability
- Bias doesn’t match assessment
SECTION 3 — Force Matrix Application (20 Points)
✔ Correct load behaviours selected (10 pts)
✔ Clear reasoning for load choice (5 pts)
✔ Avoids inappropriate stress layering (5 pts)
Fail markers:
- Random tool selection
- No explanation of stress behaviour
- Choosing momentum too early
SECTION 4 — Complexity Management (20 Points)
✔ Demonstrates layered progression (5 pts)
✔ Does not progress complexity prematurely (5 pts)
✔ Mentions regression triggers (5 pts)
✔ Shows capacity-driven thinking (5 pts)
Fail markers:
- Linear rigid progression
- Over-layering planes + asymmetry + momentum simultaneously
- No structural guardrails
SECTION 5 — Structural Clarity & Professional Reasoning (20 Points)
✔ Clear, structured explanation (5 pts)
✔ Uses system language correctly (5 pts)
✔ Avoids exercise list dumping (5 pts)
✔ Demonstrates understanding of durability (5 pts)
Fail markers:
- Generic strength programming
- Exercise template instead of structural logic
- No system integration
PASSING STANDARD
80–100 → Pass
70–79 → Revision required
Below 70 → Reattempt after review
The key is:
They must demonstrate thinking.
Not just compliance.
VA PROCESS FLOW
- VA scores using rubric.
- If 85+ → Auto pass.
- If 70–84 → Flag for your quick review.
- Below 70 → Return with feedback template.
That keeps quality high without burning your time.
Now here’s the strategic question:
Do you want feedback sent as:
A) Simple score + short notes
B) Structured feedback report with pillar breakdown
C) Short Loom-style recorded feedback (for higher-tier submissions)
Option B gives best professional credibility without overloading you.
