Sports Development Academy – Markham YMCA

The Sport Development Academy is a intensive summer program designed to help young athletes and sports enthusiasts develop speed, confidence, and lifelong healthy habits. Each session includes sport training focused on skill development, agility, movement, and sport-specific movements and tactics. Nutrition and planning, focused on planning balanced meals, how to set goals and design effective workouts to meet those goals, and build habits that support a healthy lifestyle. Supervised workouts in the Conditioning and Strength training floor. Instructors will supervise and monitor athletes to make sure they are exercising safely and appropriately. Instructors will help correct form and recommend different weights or activities. This program combines sport skill development, strength training, and health education to develop well-rounded, knowledgeable, and confident athletes. Multiple gym based sports will be played during the week. Special Instructions: Wear comfortable clothes that won’t restrict movement. Please wear running shoes and bring a water bottle to each session.