Overview
NSPA Speed & Agility Certification is considered by one of the top speed & agility programs in the country. Coach Philbin blends his 35 years training elite athletes with current research & development. The program is entirely hands-on and will discuss scientific reasoning behind all proven applications and techniques. The course will also discuss current misconceptions and traditional myths associated with speed development. Every component of speed & agility enhancement will be presented:
- Injury prevention & appropriate drills
- Safe & effective progressions with speed devices
- Mobility assessment & appropriate physical test
- Youth applications & concerns
- Current speed devices pros & cons
- Sports specific training programs
- Mechanical breakdown of technique through slow-motion video analysis
- Building strength appropriately to reach physical potential
In order to pass the Speed & Agility certification, the student must be able to demonstrate all drills.
NSPA CEU- 10
NSCA CEU- 0.4
Course Highlights
- Learn the secrets to reaching “Athletic Genetic Potential”
- Discuss the current research & sports science literature
Dispel the ‘Myths” and “Misconceptions” of Speed Development
- Learn the proper progressions for all components from age 10 and up
- Understand how to develop youth athletes & athletic agility
Proper use of all the speed devices; ladders, parachutes, sleds, pulleys, resistance devices, bungee cords, hurdles, plyometrics, much more…
- Development of Athletic Speed vs Sprint Speed
- Prevention of Injury / Testing / Evaluation / Tracking / Accountability / Safe & Effective Progressions
- Sports Specific (SS) programing & periodization
- Safe & progressive strength training & explosive lifts
- All students will participate in every drill and exercise
