SHIELD Athletics & Sports Medicine

Pure Speed for Youth​

Building the Foundation for Lifelong Athletic Success​

Building Tomorrow’s Champions Today​

Empowering young athletes with speed, agility, and strength in a fun, safe, and supportive environment.​

Empowering young athletes aged 7-12 with speed, agility, and strength in a fun, safe, and supportive environment.
At SHIELD Athletics, we believe the path to elite performance starts early. That’s why Pure Speed for Youth is designed for athletes aged 7-9 and 10-12, helping them develop critical skills like speed, agility, coordination, and strength in a safe, fun, and age-appropriate environment.

Why Start Young?​

Empowering Young Athletes to Build Skills, Confidence, and Lifelong Success—On and Off the Field.​

Training at a young age is essential to building the foundation for lifelong skills. For children aged 7-9 and 10-12, the habits and abilities developed during these formative years not only prepare athletes for success in sports but also:

  • Improve overall health through better fitness and mobility.
  • Boost academic performance by enhancing focus, discipline, and energy.
  • Build resilience through physical and mental challenges.
  • Encourage teamwork and communication skills that are vital in all areas of life.

Investing in athletic development early, especially for children aged 7-12, creates a ripple effect, shaping future success both on and off the ice or field.

Our Proven 5-Step System for Success

Educate​

Teach proper mechanics for running, cutting, and movement to establish strong, injury-resistant habits.

Condition​

Enhance endurance and explosiveness while respecting the physical limits of growing bodies to ensure long-term health.

Develop​

Build strength, speed, and agility through age-appropriate drills that are both challenging and fun.

Adapt​

Tailor training to each athlete’s individual abilities and needs, ensuring steady progress without overtraining.

Empower​

Instill confidence and a love for physical activity that fuels a lifelong passion for health and fitness.

Safe and Effective Training​

Age-Appropriate Training That Builds Strength, Skills, and Confidence—Safely and Effectively.​

Contrary to the myth that early training stunts growth, our program uses developmentally sound practices that enhance motor skills and athletic performance while protecting young bodies. We focus on:

  • Age-appropriate mobility and strength exercises.
  • Creating a foundation of balance, coordination, and control.
  • Educating athletes on how to move safely and efficiently to prevent injuries.

Expert Coaching for Young Athletes​

Elite-Level Coaching Tailored to Unlock the Potential of Young Athletes.​

Our coaches bring extensive experience working with elite and professional athletes, including those in
the NHL, PWHL, and NCAA. This same expertise is now being applied to developing youth athletes,
ensuring they get the highest-quality instruction.

Lifelong Benefits of Early Training​

Discipline​

To work towards goals.

Confidence​

To face challenges.

Teamwork

To succeed with others.

Resilience​

To overcome obstacles.

Training at SHIELD Athletics not only prepares young athletes to excel in sports but also teaches them skills that last a lifetime:​

Your Journey Starts Here​

At SHIELD Athletics, we don’t just train athletes—we build confidence, foster teamwork, and lay the
groundwork for lifelong success on and off the field.