I have heard that if any provisions of the contract are illegal, then the whole thing could be thrown out. So I wouldn't go putting stuff in there just to bluff.
I have heard that the wording of some non-compete agreements as we know them may be considered illegal under Dominican labor code if they are perceived by a judge to hinder the employees right to work.
What may serve you better (just an idea) is a clause that entitles you to a percentage of all earnings related to the field you have provided training in, and/or shares in any company that works in that field for a specified period of time. It would be a mess to collect, but it would be a better deterrent than an obviously unenforceable non-compete.
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