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Game Plan

ELEVATE YOUR GAME

Get one-on-one or group training with an NSCA-certified professional trainer with over 20 years of experience.

TURN POTENTIAL INTO SCHOLARSHIPS & CHAMPIONSHIPS

Championship teams aren’t built on talent alone. The right training gives your athletes the edge they need to dominate on the court and get scouted by NCAA programs.

At DMD Optimal Performance, we provide elite-level performance testing and training designed for teams that want to compete—and win—at the highest level.

WHO WE TRAIN

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JUNIOR ATHLETES

- Age-appropriate training exercises for athletes aged 7-13

- Build a foundation for success

- Personalized coaching and training sessions

HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETES

- More advanced training exercises for athletes aged 14-18

- Personalized coaching to compete at the highest level

- Access to advanced technology to enhance performance

COLLEGE ATHLETES

- Specialized training to prepare for collegiate competition

- Personalized coaching and support​

- Access to advanced technology and analysis tools

Unleash Explosive Speed
with the 1080 Sprint

DMD Optimal Performance provides accurate feedback and intelligent information for each client.

Having players perform a series of exercises or drills is not enough. What direction is the athlete pursuing?

Power, velocity, force production, strength, mobilization, and recovery methods are some of the essential characteristics athletes need to reach performance efficiency.

The Ultimate Training Device

Services

Our Services

Customized training designed for athletes who want to level up. Whether in a private or semi-private session, our coaching is built around your specific needs—giving you the focused attention, expert guidance, and game-changing strategies to maximize performance.

Group Training
for Teams & Clubs

Our group training sessions are the perfect option for a small group or whole teams looking to improve their speed, agility, and overall performance.

We will tailor each session to meet the needs of your group.

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1-on-1 Speed
Development Training

Are you a parent or coach interested in customized speed and agility training for your athlete?

 

DMD Optimal Performance offers one on one sessions for a more personalized approach to ensure your athlete gets the insights they need to succeed.

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SUCCESS STORIES

About

MEET COACH DARDEN

Owner, Sport Performance Coach

Certified by The National Strength and Conditioning Association since 1999.

My experience in the field has truly been rewarding and includes a four-year strength and conditioning internship at the University of Missouri-Columbia (Mizzou), during the university's Big 12 conference years; three years as a strength and conditioning coach at Nutriformance, a personal training firm in St. Louis, MO; and internship positions with three Delaware high schools. 

Contact

Ready to See Real Progress? Let’s Talk.

Fill out the form below to schedule a discovery call. We’ll discuss your athlete’s goals, training needs, and the best path to peak performance. No guesswork—just real results.

Preferred Contact Method

Address

155 Commerce Way

Dover, DE 19904

Phone

(302) 729-2026

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