Athletic Lab Coaching Academy 2026 Quarterly Education Series
Athletic Lab is excited to announce our comprehensive 2026 Coaching Academy series - four quarterly education events designed to elevate your coaching expertise and business acumen. Led by Athletic Lab's Mike Young and our expert staff, each session combines cutting-edge sports science with practical application. Event Schedule & Focus Areas Event 1: Weightlifting Mastery Saturday, January 17, 2026* Athletic Lab has a long history of success both in the sport of weightlifting as well as using weightlifting movements for overall athletic development. Master the technical and programming aspects of Olympic weightlifting and strength development. This hands-on workshop covers movement mechanics, progressions, and corrective strategies for athletes at all levels. Event 2: Speed & Power Development Saturday, June 13, 2026* This event is a deep dive into the science and application of speed training, plyometrics, and power development. Learn evidence-based methods for improving acceleration, maximum velocity, and reactive strength through both theoretical understanding and practical drills. Event 3: Long-Term Athletic Development Saturday, August 1, 2026* If you work with youth athletes, this event is not to be missed. We'll explore periodization strategies, youth development models, and career-spanning training approaches. Understand how to design programs that optimize performance while promoting longevity and injury prevention across all stages of development. Event 4: Business of Fitness & Strength Saturday, November 24, 2026* This event is for facility owners and coaches looking to transition to successful business owners. Learn the lessons that have made Athletic Lab an industry leader since 2009. You'll get a transparent and behind the scenes look behind our business operations. We'll share marketing strategies, client retention methods, program pricing, facility management, and scaling your strength and conditioning business. Event Details Location: Athletic Lab, Morrisville, NC Format [...]












