Athletic Training Program Overview » Personalized Training Programs

Personalized Training Programs

Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Unlock your athletic potential with our program specifically designed to build coordination, strength, balance, biomechanics, and confidence in upper elementary-age students, laying the foundation for success in sports.
 
Middle School (Grades 6-8)
The Middle School Program for 6th – 8th graders is a training regimen that significantly enhances athletic performance, fostering functional strength, dynamic movements, and accelerated speed mechanics, all while mitigating the risk of injuries.
 
High School (Grades 9-12)
The High School Program for 9th – 12th graders is a training regimen designed to mitigate injuries, enhance speed, boost power, ultimately preparing athletes to compete with the confidence of collegiate-level athletes even before stepping into college.  
 
USI supports athletes who participate in a variety of sports including, but not limited to: 
Baseball
Basketball
Beach Volleyball
Competitive Cheer
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Flag Football
Football
Golf 
Gymnastics
Lacrosse
Skiing & Snowboarding
Soccer
Softball
Surfing
Swimming & Diving
Tennis 
Track & Field
Volleyball 
Water Polo
Strength and Conditioning with Recode Fitness 
 
Our strength and conditioning program for student-athletes is designed to enhance athletic performance, reduce the risk of injury, and promote overall physical fitness. Tailored to the unique needs and goals of each athlete, our program encompasses a comprehensive range of exercises and training modalities to optimize strength, power, speed, agility, and endurance.

The program begins with a thorough assessment of each athlete's current fitness level, movement patterns, strengths, and areas for improvement. Based on this assessment, our certified strength and conditioning coaches develop personalized training plans that address the specific needs and goals of the athlete.

Throughout the program, our coaches prioritize proper technique, form, and safety to minimize the risk of injury and ensure optimal results. Athletes receive ongoing feedback, support, and encouragement to help them stay motivated and accountable for their training goals.
Leadership and Mental Performance
At the Universal Sports Institute, we recognize the crucial roles that leadership and mental performance play in the overall athletic performance of our student-athletes. Our comprehensive program for mental performance and leadership development is designed to enhance mental resilience and psychological skills among student-athletes, empowering them to excel in sports and beyond. 

Our program incorporates various strategies and techniques to develop key cognitive skills and optimize mental performance and leadership:
  • Visualization and Imagery: Visualization and imagery techniques are powerful tools for all students used to enhance performance by mentally rehearsing skills, strategies, and successful outcomes. Our instructors teach athletes how to create vivid mental images of successful performances, positive outcomes, and effective game strategies, helping them build confidence, reduce anxiety, and mentally prepare for competition.
     
  • Goal Setting and Mental Planning: Setting clear, achievable goals is essential for maintaining motivation, focus, and commitment in sports for students of all ages. Our coaches work with athletes to set specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals and develop personalized plans to achieve them. By breaking down long-term goals into smaller, actionable steps, athletes can track their progress, stay motivated, and maintain focus on their objectives.
     
  • Stress Management and Relaxation Techniques: Managing stress and anxiety is crucial for maintaining optimal mental acuity and performance under pressure for all age groups. Our instructors teach athletes various relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and mindfulness meditation, to reduce stress, calm the mind, and enhance focus and concentration during competition.
     
  • Mental Toughness and Resilience Training: Building mental toughness and resilience is essential for overcoming setbacks, adversity, and challenges in sports. Our instructors provide athletes with strategies to develop resilience, cope with pressure, bounce back from setbacks, and maintain a positive mindset in the face of adversity. Through resilience training, athletes learn to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth and develop the mental toughness needed to persevere in the pursuit of their goals.
 
  • Leadership Lessons: USI athletes will learn leadership lessons to better prepare them for sports and leadership roles. They will learn how to “play their best game” and focus on what they can control. 
 
By integrating evidence-based practices, personalized coaching, and holistic approaches, we empower athletes to sharpen their minds, optimize their performance, and thrive in competitive environments.