Frequently Asked Questions

All sessions are by appointment at designated dates and time slots. For small-group programs, if we offer the same program on a different day, you can switch to that day as a makeup session for that missed session only.

For 1:1 sessions, with more than 24 hours notice, a canceled session may be made up. Cancellation within 24 hours does not allow adequate time to fill the slot, though emergencies are understood. For group sessions, there are no makeups, but you may move to another group session if one is available. Weather cancellations are refunded prorated at the end of the season.

We are located in Lewis Center, Ohio. All sessions are conducted outdoors, rain or shine. We do not have a brick-and-mortar facility, which helps keep costs down for our athletes. In cases of extreme weather, sessions may be postponed per our weather policy.

Please call or text us if you are running late. We may be able to extend your session if no one is scheduled after you. If you are 5 or more minutes late, we may need to modify your workout. We will wait 10 to 15 minutes, after which the session is forfeited.

Often, yes. Please contact us in advance so we can adjust training around your injury. Research suggests that recovery is faster with safe, appropriate training. Complete rest is rarely the best approach for soft tissue injuries.

Yes, we provide training for speed, power, strength, endurance, and agility. However, we do not coach specific sport techniques such as blocking or tackling. For Track and Cross Country athletes, we teach starts, race strategy, and starting blocks. Younger athletes should train as generalists to build a broad athletic foundation.

Generally, no. We prefer not to interfere with team coaches during the competitive season. Exceptions may be made for specific form work or technical skills like starting blocks.

It depends. School off-season practices are often student-led and focus on basic conditioning. Our training is specific, with targeted goals that go beyond general conditioning. We also account for any school team conditioning your athlete may be doing.

We train outdoors year-round. You are never charged for weather cancellations. Historically, we cancel only about 1 to 2 times per season. You can read our full policy on our weather policy page.

We are not a general fitness club. With 14+ years of experience, for every hour spent with an athlete, another 30 to 60 minutes goes into monitoring progress and programming. There are no generic plans here. We are a legitimate business with real overhead, but we keep costs reasonable by not maintaining a high-rent facility.

Expect assessments and information gathering. We will discuss your goals, experience, and injury history. We assess strength, endurance, balance, mobility, reaction time, form, and speed. We may use slow-motion video analysis. You will be given instructions and a training program.

Absolutely! You can reach us by phone, email, or text anytime during the week.

We do not coach hurdles or field events. However, we can help athletes get faster with improved jump ability and better block and acceleration technique.

Yes, there is a small additional fee per extra person. Both athletes must commit to the same duration and scheduled times.

Our summer session runs from the end of May through July. You can join after the start if space is available, and fees are prorated. Starting sooner is always better.

We offer discounts for seasonal or prepaid packages (3, 6, or 12 months). We do not offer coupons, Groupons, or free trials.

Contact us through any of our Ask a Coach buttons or the contact form. We will discuss your options and send an invoice via Square Payments. Payment is due in advance.

No. Programs are package-priced based on the sport's off-season. Adult coaching is based on 3, 4, 6, or 12 month prepaid terms with discounts for longer commitments. Payment is due in full at signup.

No contracts. We do require a liability waiver and media permission form, though you can opt out of media permission.

Yes! We require that minors have an adult on-site during sessions. We even teach parents the drills so you can help at home. Parents are welcome to walk around, sit in the stands, or wait in their vehicle.

Late November through the end of February. You can join anytime if spaces are available, and fees are prorated.

We typically coach athletes ages 12 to 70, with the majority being middle school, high school, and college athletes. We also work with adults. In special cases, we work with athletes under 12 with a focus on fun and fundamentals.

Absolutely. We have trained hundreds, if not over a thousand, runners. We coach any distance up to 50 miles, available in-person, online, or hybrid.