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Led by a certified strength and conditioning specialist,
this hands-on clinic is designed to enhance speed, strength, and injury prevention for young athletes.

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See What Other Parents & Athletes Are Saying

Jordan Magee

2024 NFL 5th round draft pick for the Washington Commanders

“My experience training with Coach Wylie was great. [...] We also worked on combine drills to help me prepare for the camps I was going to. All this training also help translate to my season I felt more in control of my body while becoming faster and more flexible."

Tim Yancy

Smyrna HS Athlete Parent

"My son has been working with Coach Darden on speed development and it has been a great experience. He is very knowledgeable and has provided exceptional workout plans for my son."

Sterling Thompson

University of Wisconsin walk-on player in the BIG 10 Conference

“Coach Darden has helped me not only grow as an athlete but also as a man. He has built me up physically and mentally. I saw an increase of 7 inches on my vert and ran my fastest 40 time.”

What We Offer

Give Your Middle & 

High School Athlete 

a Competitive Edge

Data-Driven Training

Get real-time feedback and actionable steps for optimizing your athlete’s training regimen.

Expert Evaluation

Your athlete will be assessed using the same techniques applied to elite collegiate and All-American athletes.

Injury Prevention

Identify potential risk factors and learn strategies to reduce the chance of injury.

Confidence Boost

Help your athlete start the season stronger, faster, and more prepared to dominate on the field or court.

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Fill out the quick registration form and reserve a spot in our FREE sports performance clinic.

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Expert Training to Elevate Your Athlete’s Game

Meet Coach Darden

NSCA Certified Sports Performance Coach since 1999, with extensive experience in strength and conditioning. 

 

Completed a four-year internship at the University of Missouri-Columbia (Mizzou) during its Big 12 conference years, followed by three years as a strength and conditioning coach at Nutriformance in St. Louis, MO. Additionally, held internship roles at three Delaware high schools.

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