Youth Training

Inspiring a lifelong love of fitness and supporting the development of young athletes

Youth training programs at powerhaus offer a unique opportunity for kids to enhance their physical abilities in a fun and supportive environment.

TRAINING PROGRAMS

  • Foundations

    o OBJECTIVE: To build a solid foundation of exercise skills, remove any barriers to strength training, and instill a passion for fitness to develop lifelong exercise habits.

    o DETAILS: This program focuses on the fundamentals of exercise in a fun and engaging way, combining strength and cardio training tailored for ages 10-14. Kids will enjoy engaging workouts designed to boost their confidence and physical competence.

    o SCHEDULE: Thursdays at 7 pm, starting November 28

    o COACH: Nicole Scantlebury

    o DURATION: 13 sessions
    November 28 - March 6
    (no training last two weeks of December)

    o COST: $227.50 plus tax

    o PREREQUISITE: None

    Register for Foundations (1 spot left)

  • Athletic

    o OBJECTIVE: To build foundational strength with a focus on compound movements whilst training the fitness characteristics that directly transfer to athletic skills and tactics.

    o DETAILS: Ideal for youth athletes aged 11-15, this program develops increased functional capabilities, motor skills and knowledge whilst introducing sport-specific techniques. It focuses on building muscular endurance and cardiovascular fitness, enhancing their performance across various sports.

    o SCHEDULE 1: Mondays at 7pm, starting November 25

    o SCHEDULE 2: Tuesdays at 7 pm, starting November 26 (FULL)

    o COACH: Brock Boisclair

    o DURATION: 13 sessions
    November 25/26 - March 3/4 (no training last two weeks of December)

    o COST: $292.50

    o PREREQUISITE: Recommended for those involved in sports or athletic teams

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✺ Frequently Asked Questions ✺

  • Wear comfortable clothes that you can freely move in. Bring indoor training shoes. Training in socks is possible as well. And don’t forget a water bottle as you will likely get a good sweat on !-)

  • Our foundations program is the perfect place to start your child's fitness and strength training journey. Our coaches are able to accommodate all experience levels within the age group of 10-14, ensuring that the training is challenging yet accessible to all fitness levels.

  • Contrary to the traditional belief that strength training is dangerous for children or that it could lead to growth plate disturbances, the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) contends that strength training can be a safe and effective activity for this age group. (Faigenbaum, A. and Micheli, L. Youth Strength Training. Indianapolis, IN: American College of Sports Medicine; 2017).  

    According to Feigenbaum, “strength gains of 30–40% have been observed in untrained children after short-term (8–12 weeks) resistance training programs” (National Strength & Conditioning Association Volume 25, Number 1, pages 49–64, Roundtable Discussion on Youth Resistance Training).  This gives the pre-teen and teen a sense of accomplishment, which can translate into improvements in confidence and self-esteem.

  • Data suggests that benefits from youth resistance training and weightlifting extend far beyond the increase in muscular strength and include many other health-related and fitness-related benefits:

    ·     Positive influence on motor performance skills (e.g. sprint speed, jumping ability), proprioception and reaction time - positively affect performance in other sports

    ·     Bone health – increased bone mineral density lowers osteoporosis risk later in life

    ·     Decrease of the likelihood of sports-related injuries in young athletes 

    ·     Improvement in insulin sensitivity and blood lipid profile

    ·     Can play an important role in acquiring physical literacy for youth

    ·     Increase in confidence and self-esteem

    Moreover, kids who participate in activities that improve their muscular strength and fundamental movement skills in their teenage years build the foundation for an active lifestyle later in life. Participating in activities that build competence to perform weight training during the growing years may therefore have long-term implications for health, fitness and sports performance for kids.

  • Our coaches can accommodate varying experience levels and will ensure everyone is challenged appropriately. The 12-week program allows us to build from one week to the next to ensure your child can apply what they learn and grow progressively throughout the program.

  • We offer sports-specific youth training and would be happy to discuss training options. Please reach out to us at info@powerhausottawa.com