SS Training Academy of Connecticut

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middle School Student Athlete Program

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A middle school athlete at SSTA will not only to move well and create a healthy lifestyle but will also develop a competitive athletic advantage in middle school. Middle school athletes often lack physical/athletic literacy and confidence thus we’ve made it a priority to ensure athletes who go through our program obtain this ability and confidence boost. They will be much more comfortable in their own body without focusing on physical insecurities they may have previously had. We care as much about our middle school athletes achieving a healthy lifestyle while maximizing sports performance as we do about their academic success. Most importantly, our SSTA’s specialist places a premium on presenting ourselves in a positive role model. SSTA’s detailed middle school program is based on the tenants of:

  • Child Development & Well Being
  • High School/Recreational Sport Preparation
  • Injury Prevention & Reduction
  • Pediatric Exercise Science & Long-term Athlete Development Model
  • Data Science & Analytics

For the middle school student-athletes, genetic baseline and physical maturity are large determinants of sports performance. We know not all children have the same body or the same response to physical training. Children are not “mini-adults” – they are unique and require individualized training programs and progressions as we prepare them for competing in high school varsity sports, while at the same time giving them a competitive edge in middle school. As their bodies mature and enter adolescence, their individualized programs shift to reflect the needs of their unique growth and sport of choice. This approach helps to solidify the fundamentals of athleticism and future success as a high school varsity athlete. The following items are potential components featured in a middle school athlete’s program, and are commonly what parents are looking for:

  • Speed/Power Training
  • Running Acceleration/Deceleration Mechanics
  • Agility/Change of Direction Mechanics
  • Sport-specific Conditioning
  • Core Stability Training
  • Strength Training (weights or bodyweight depending on puberty stage)
  • Injury Prevention and Corrective Orthopedic Exercise

Application

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  • If accepted, you will be notified by an SSTA staff member, then the athlete’s initial assessment will be scheduled
  • All Student Athlete programs are individualized and coached in a 1-on-1 or small group. There could be many athletes training in the building at one time but the training will be sure to meet the student’s individual needs.
  • All training sessions are 30-60 minutes long
  • Training frequency for school athletes is family and sport dependent but usually 1-3 times per week.