Our programs are designed to support the emerging athlete without leaving home. These programs are aimed at providing high quality sports science programming to emerging high performance athletes in Red Deer and Central Alberta. All programs are offered to team sport and individual sport athletes who are emerging at the provincial or national level. Alberta Sport development Centre has adopted the Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) model put forth by the Canadian Sport For Life. The program is a three tiered approach based on the athlete’s competitive level and LTAD stage. Below is a basic outline of the program, the levels and what can be expected at each level.
Train to Train Stage - Introduction to Sports Science Bronze & Silver Sessions
Endurance, Strength, Speed Physical Conditioning
Focus on general strength, speed, flexibility and aerobic training
Attend scheduled fitness times at the Red Deer College Fitness Centre