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    Ages 7 to 18 · Valencia & Santa Clarita

    Youth Athlete Training.

    Power, speed, agility, and mindset. The four keys we build in every young athlete.

    The Youth Athlete Program

    Built on Four Keys

    Our Youth Sports Performance Training is designed to improve our athletes' overall power, speed, agility, and mindset. These four components are the keys to improvement in fitness, athletics, and any high-level physical activity. Our goal is to help each of our athletes build a solid foundation for all other skills and movements.

    Our coaches hold multiple degrees in kinesiology and athletic training, bring collegiate sport experience, and have over 40 years of combined coaching experience. You can trust our programming to be the highest quality and fit your athlete's unique needs and abilities.

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    Youth athlete classes

    Young athletes sprinting through mini hurdles in the Athlete Foundations class at FYF Athletics
    Ages 7 to 12

    Athlete Foundations

    Helps young athletes in Valencia and Santa Clarita build speed, agility, strength, and coordination in a fun, structured environment. We focus on movement mechanics, core stability, and foundational strength to improve overall athleticism and injury prevention. Perfect for kids developing skills for any sport or building confidence in training.

    What to expect:

    • Movement mechanics for better running and agility
    • Bodyweight and light-resistance strength
    • Speed development and footwork drills
    Youth athletes running speed and plyometric drills on the turf in the Athletics class
    Ages 12 to 18 · Middle & High School

    Athletics

    Built for middle school and high school athletes looking to take their strength, speed, and power to the next level. This class focuses on explosive strength training, advanced plyometric work, agility, acceleration, and sport-specific performance, helping athletes dominate on the field, court, or track.

    What to expect:

    • Strength training for power and resilience
    • Advanced plyometric and sled training
    • Speed and agility drills for quicker reaction times
    • Sport-specific movement training
    High school athlete testing her vertical jump on the Vertimax at FYF Athletics
    Middle & High School

    Athlete Strength

    Designed to build explosive strength, resilience, and athletic power through structured lifting and performance-based training. Athletes develop proper technique, full-body strength, and speed-driven power to enhance their game across any sport, from athletes learning the barbell for the first time to advanced lifters chasing new numbers.

    What to expect:

    • Progressive strength training with barbells and kettlebells
    • Explosive power development for speed and agility
    • Focused coaching on lifting mechanics and force production
    One-on-One Coaching

    Private Athlete Performance Training & Evaluation

    Ready to go deeper? Our advanced evaluation uses velocity sensors, jump testing, and a sport-specific movement screen to build a fully customized private training program.

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    Which Class Is Right For My Athlete?

    How do I know which class my athlete should start in?

    Placement is age-based. Athlete Foundations is for ages 7 to 12, and Athletics is for middle and high school athletes. If your athlete is right on the cusp, around age 12, tap Get Started and text us. Every 12-year-old is different, and we'll direct you to the class that fits your athlete best.

    What's the difference between Athletics and Athlete Strength?

    They're two sides of the same development. Athletics leans into speed, plyometrics, and sport-specific performance, while Athlete Strength centers on structured lifting and force production. Athletes regularly train in both and move back and forth as their season, sport, and goals change, with coaches guiding the mix.

    Will lifting weights stunt my child's growth?

    No, that's a myth that research has put to rest. Organizations like the NSCA and the American Academy of Pediatrics have found that supervised, properly coached strength training supports healthy development in young athletes. Every lift at FYF is taught, coached, and progressed at an age-appropriate pace.

    My athlete plays multiple sports. Does this still work?

    It works especially well. We train the athletic qualities underneath every sport, including speed, power, agility, and coordination, so multi-sport athletes carry their gains from season to season instead of starting over.

    Can my athlete train during their sport season?

    Yes. In-season training is when strength and speed are maintained, not lost. Coaches adjust volume around games and practices so athletes stay fresh while continuing to develop.