Building Confidence. Developing Skills. Making Fitness Fun.
At Progressive Movement Training, we believe that building a strong foundation for lifelong movement and athletic development begins at an early age. Our Youth Training & Development program is designed for children ages 7–12, providing a fun, engaging, and supportive environment where young athletes can develop essential physical skills, build confidence, and discover the benefits of an active lifestyle.
Through age-appropriate exercises, interactive games, and creative movement challenges, we help children improve coordination, balance, speed, agility, strength, and overall athleticism.
Our goal is to make physical activity enjoyable while helping every child develop the movement skills and confidence needed for future athletic success.
Building a Strong Foundation for Young Athletes
During childhood, developing fundamental movement skills is an important part of long-term physical development.
Our youth athletic training program emphasizes movement exploration, coordination, balance, and body awareness rather than focusing exclusively on traditional strength training or sport-specific drills.
We introduce children to a variety of physical activities designed to challenge their abilities, encourage problem-solving, and develop confidence in movement.
By creating a positive learning environment, we help young athletes establish a foundation that supports participation in sports, recreational activities, and lifelong fitness.
Our Youth Athletic Development Approach
Our youth training sessions combine structured exercises, interactive games, and age-appropriate athletic challenges to make learning both effective and enjoyable.
Depending on each child’s developmental stage and abilities, training may focus on:
- Coordination and Body Awareness: Helping children develop better control of their movements through a variety of physical activities.
- Balance and Stability: Improving the ability to maintain control during standing, running, jumping, and other movements.
- Speed and Agility: Introducing movement activities that develop acceleration, reaction time, and changes of direction.
- Fundamental Strength: Building age-appropriate strength through bodyweight exercises, controlled movements, and physical challenges.
- Movement Skills: Developing foundational abilities such as running, jumping, landing, throwing, and changing direction.
- Confidence and Teamwork: Encouraging cooperation, communication, healthy competition, and a positive attitude toward physical activity.
Each child is encouraged to progress at their own pace while participating in an engaging and supportive training environment.
Who Is Our Youth Training Program For?
Our Youth Training & Development program is designed for children ages 7–12 with a wide range of athletic abilities and experience levels.
The program may benefit:
- Children beginning their athletic development
- Young athletes participating in organized sports
- Children looking to improve coordination, balance, and movement skills
- Kids who would benefit from additional physical activity
- Young athletes seeking to improve overall athleticism
- Children looking to build confidence through exercise and movement
Whether your child is already involved in competitive sports or is just beginning to explore physical activity, our program provides opportunities to learn, develop, and have fun.
Making Athletic Development Fun and Engaging
We recognize that young athletes learn best when they are engaged, motivated, and encouraged to explore new challenges.
Rather than relying on repetitive workouts, our youth training approach incorporates games, creative exercises, and movement-based activities that encourage participation and skill development.
We emphasize effort, improvement, and personal growth while introducing healthy competition in a positive environment.
By making training enjoyable, we aim to help children develop a lasting appreciation for movement, exercise, and physical activity.
Why Choose Progressive Movement Training?
At Progressive Movement Training, we combine individualized coaching, movement education, and age-appropriate athletic development strategies to help children build a strong physical foundation.
Mike brings experience in the medical field, a background as a Division I collegiate basketball player, and coaching experience at both the Division I and Division II levels.
His understanding of athletic development and movement training helps shape a program focused on building fundamental physical skills while encouraging confidence, participation, and long-term growth.
We believe every child deserves an opportunity to develop their abilities in a positive environment, regardless of their current skill level or athletic experience.
Our goal is simple: help young athletes move better, build confidence, develop essential physical skills, and discover a lifelong enjoyment of physical activity.
Help Your Child Build a Strong Athletic Foundation
Whether your child is beginning their athletic journey or looking to improve their physical abilities, Progressive Movement Training offers a supportive environment focused on movement, development, and fun.
Contact Progressive Movement Training to learn more about our Youth Training & Development program for children ages 7–12.
