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Velocity Athletes Collge Commitments By Velocity Sports PerformanceJuly 26, 2007
- Laura DeBruler - University of Illinois
- Jaclyn Hart - Purdue University
- Arielle Wilson - Penn State University
- Christy Landschoot - Depaul University
- Jessica Ullrich - Purdue University
- Shane Liston - University of Dayton
- Matt Kajmowicz - Miami of Ohio
- Donnie Morales - Beloit University
- Ryan Harbour - University of San Diego
- Kendall Santulli - Northwestern University
- Samantha Santulli - Northwestern University
- Allison Gage - Boston College
- Cameron Myers - Indiana University
- Taylor Marable - Princeton University
- Lindsay Bava - Loras College
- Amy Jellish – Univeristy of Illinois at Chicago
- Lisa Pierce - Purdue University
- Kelsey Murphy - Clemson
- Amy Sesol - Eastern Illinois
- Lyndi Senkpiel - Bradley University
- Elise Crnjak - Western Illinois
- Caryn Mastandrea - Marquette University
- Kate Corbett - Pacific
- Katie Eberling - Western Michigan
- Caitlin Strimmel - Western Michigan
- Elysse Studzinski - Villanova
- Lexie Miller - Radford University
- Sarah Collins - Eastern Illinois
- Jaime Gotham - Western Michigan
- Ashley Graham - DePaul University
- Stephanie Sagat - Lewis University
- Lauren Warning - Bryant College
- Chelsy Christoff - University of Dayton
- Alyse Serritella - Loyola University
- Caitlin O'Hara - Northern Michigan
- Lisa Burger - Elmhurst College
- Amanda Matusky - Carthage College
- Kirsten Wagner - U. of Michigan
- Kerry Porter – University of Denver
- Beth Karpiak – University of Michigan
- Adam Powers – Dartmouth University
- Lindsay Warren - Univeristy of Southern Cal
- Lawrence Connor - Grand Valley State
- Bryce Marable - University of Tennesse
- Lauren Pierce - Marquette University
November 30, 2011
Strength Training Area
Speed and Strength Training Area
Velocity Sports Performance defines sports performance training and has built a business devoted to training athletes in every sport, at all ages and all skill levels. Athletes of any caliber can realize their potential through advanced training programs, scientifically designed to maximize human sports performance. Velocity Sports Performance offers athletes from age eight through adult, semi-private and team-based sports performance training designed to help them increase speed, power and agility, while reducing the risk of sports-related injuries.
At Velocity Sports Performance only the best coaches are hired. Velocity Sports Performance requires its coaches to have a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or a related field, and to hold a current certification through a nationally accredited organization such as the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA). Additionally, training in small groups allows more personal one-on-one attention between coach and athlete, which ensures that each athlete will be able to get the instructions they need in order to improve.
Velocity Sports Performance enjoys strategic relationships with nationally respected organizations such as Under Armour, Combine360, and Gatorade. The company also offers worldwide franchise opportunities and provides world-class franchise training and ongoing support.
"I'm thrilled to bring a Velocity Sports Performance training center to Bloomington," said Chris Hunt, Center Director. "We know Velocity Sports Performance will help local sports enthusiasts develop a competitive edge with regards to speed, agility and strength."
"Until now, there was an underserved market in this area in terms of age-appropriate performance training for younger athletes." says Nate Michalowski, Sports Performance Director. "It used to be that sports performance training programs were only available to professional and collegiate athletes, but today, athletes start training earlier and preparing to meet their dreams of playing elite sports. Velocity Sports Performance programs are specifically designed to give kids a foundation for reaching their greatest athletic potential in a safe and supervised environment, while putting the 'fun' back into their activities. Meanwhile, parents will see their kids' self confidence grow."
In addition to our Youth and Developmental Programs, Velocity Sports Performance offers an Adult Fitness program. Our Adult Program sessions are designed for active adults looking for a challenging training program. The Adult program is designed to actively challenge effort and coordination with 60 minute movement-based sessions. No two sessions are alike, and all are fun, fast-paced, and educational, which is unique compared to a traditional gym-based workout. The result is an increase in overall fitness as well as improved metabolism, body composition, and exercise technique.
For more information about our Champlin or Bloomington locations contact Brad Ogle at (763) 390-6625. Learn more about opening a sports performance franchise by visiting: OwnASportsFranchise.com
April 29, 2011
Velocity Sports Performance is proud to have trained the athletes drafted on Thursday in the 1st round and are excited for the many other athletes who will be drafted in the upcoming rounds of the 2011 NFL Draft.
About Velocity Sports Performance
Velocity Sports Performance (www.velocitysp.com) is the premiere athletic performance training organization in North America. For over 12 years, Velocity Sports Performance has helped hundreds of thousands of athletes maximize their athletic potential. Velocity helps athletes achieve their goals by developing strength, power, coordination, agility, speed, flexibility, and energy systems with an additional focus on injury prevention, recovery/regeneration, and nutrition. There are nearly 50 Velocity Sports Performance training facilities across the United States.
Become a Velocity Franchise Partner
Now is a great time to join the Velocity Sports Performance brand and to become a franchise partner. Velocity offers different business models and affordable cost structures that meet your needs. Each comes with Velocity's unparalleled support, national partnerships (including Gatorade, ESPN, and Under Armour), program curriculum, marketing, Velocity University training, and cutting edge technology.
To learn more about owning your own Velocity Sports Performance, contact the Franchise Development team at:
Phone: 866-547-2250 (toll free)
E-Mail: sales@velocitysp.com
Web: http://velocitysp.com/franchise
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FNL Overview By Justin GerkinFebruary 03, 2012
Friday Night Lights Football Speed and Agility Program
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Program Overview
Velocity Sports Performance is pleased to once again be hosting our annual Friday Night Lights (FNL) program. Players of all ages can expect to achieve gains in first step quickness, lateral speed, explosiveness off the ball and top running speed. Our program will be very technique driven focused on proper body position, ground strike and efficient muscle recruitment. The program will be age appropriate and of course will vary for each age group. Please see the individual program descriptions for Youth, Middle School and High School. Sessions will be structured to focus on one of three key components of speed mechanics (acceleration, multi directional movement or max velocity) and all sessions will include explosive strength exercises, core and conditioning.
We have enhanced the program significantly for 2012. Some of the improvements include:
· We have extended the program from 6 weeks to 8 weeks without an increase in price. This will accomplish two key objectives. 1) Those that are going on spring break and may miss a week or two or those that may miss during Easter week will continue to receive value for their enrolment fee. 2) Those that are able to attend all sessions will experience even greater gains from the training program.
· Our presenting sponsor, Hinsdale Orthopaedics, will not only be available for the kickoff night to answer parent questions about common injuries and to discuss injury prevention strategy, Doctors from the group will also provide two free seminars during the 8 week program on topics most relevant to football players. Parents are encouraged to attend these 45 minute seminars and of course there is no additional cost.
· We have contracted with our friends from Seven Bridges Ice Arena to utilize the 180 by 80 foot turf field in their facility for the training. This will provide an excellent training space with plenty of room and will allow us to increase the intensity of the program for more advanced athletes.
· We are working with our National sponsors, Under Armour and Combine 360 to provide specific training for high school athletes planning to attend the UA/C360 Combine in Chicago or any other combine. The high school program will include sessions specifically dedicated to improving scores on the combine tests in addition to the training benefit expected at each session.
Kickoff Night
This year's kickoff night features Chicago cornerback Charles Tillman. Fresh off his appearance in this year's Pro Bowl, Tillman will provide a brief presentation, take questions from the attendees and will participate at one of the training stations during the kickoff night to assist in demonstrating certain drills or exercises. In addition, Mr. Tillman will autograph a number of items that will be included in a raffle drawing that night and take a picture with each group of athletes as they rotate to the station where he is providing demonstrations.
Athletes may attend the kickoff night without enrolling in the Friday Night Lights Program. Some may choose to participate in the demonstrations before deciding whether or not to enrol. If an athlete decides to enrol in the Friday Night Lights program the kickoff night fee will be waived (if enrol before the kickoff night) or will be credited against the fee for the program (if enrol at or subsequent to the kickoff night). Athletes that do enrol before the kickoff night will enjoy preferred seating and extra raffle tickets to improve their chances to win autographed items and other prizes.
All athletes attending the kickoff night will receive an event T-shirt, coupons from local merchants and sponsors, a raffle ticket for the drawing and will also be able to sample Gatorade product during the evening.
Please download a registration form and email or fax to Velocity Sports Performance to reserve your spot for the kickoff night and/or the program.
January 19, 2012
July 26, 2007
This standing two-foot jump test is the best test for explosive power. To improve performance in this area, we teach athletes correct jumping technique and emphasize explosive movements using equipment such as Olympic platforms, box jumps and medicine balls.
This is also a great test of power, evaluating an athlete’s ability to properly translate his or her body horizontally. To improve performance in this area, we use power exercises similar to those used for the vertical jump, while additionally emphasizing proper take-off and landing technique.
This tests an athlete’s agility, or ability to change direction quickly and under control. As such, this evaluation requires the athlete to move 5 yards, then sprint 10 yards in the opposite direction, and then sprint 5 yards back to the starting point. To improve agility, we use lateral movement drills and exercises that emphasize increased leg strength.
There are tight turns associated with this test, and the multi-directional component is significant. The test requires athletes to sprint around L-shaped pattern cones, and weave through the cones on the return to the starting point. Exercises that emphasize balance and core stability, as well as ankle and hip placement will help athletes perform tighter turns and learn how to accelerate around corners.
These tests evaluate both acceleration speed and overall quickness. By performing the tests at 10, 20 and 40 yard increments, we can better determine where the athlete’s weakest running area is, and customize the sprint training program accordingly.