Youth Athletic Development · Ages 7–18

Build the athlete behind the sport.

Speed, strength, and confidence that carry into every season. It starts with a free athletic assessment from one of our certified strength coaches.

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Youth athlete performance testing at Resolute Training in Jefferson, GA

Why it matters

Practice builds skill. Training builds the athlete.

Team practice teaches the sport. It rarely develops the speed, strength, and movement quality that make every skill easier and keep athletes healthy. That's our job.

Speed and agilityFaster first steps and sharper cuts.
Strength and powerTaught by expert coaches to raise your athlete's ceiling for force production.
Injury resilienceStronger joints and better mechanics.
ConfidenceAthletes who trust their bodies compete with less hesitation.
Youth athletes training together at Resolute Training in Jefferson, GA

Not sure where your athlete fits?

The free assessment answers that. Your coach places your athlete in the right program based on the results.

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Coach leading a youth athletic assessment at Resolute Training

The assessment process

Four steps. No guesswork.

  1. Book your spot

    Fill out the short form. We text you to schedule a time that works around practice.

  2. Your athlete is tested

    30 minutes of focused testing across key performance metrics, plus a movement analysis. Then 30 minutes building a training plan as we learn your athlete's history, where they are now, and where they want to go.

  3. You get a written report

    Every score compared to age-group standards, so you see exactly where your athlete stands.

  4. We build the plan together

    Your coach reviews the results with you and recommends the right program.

Two ways to train

One plan. Group or private.

Both start with the same assessment and the same coaching standards. Your coach recommends the path that fits your athlete's goals and schedule.

Group training

Train with a team.

A clear path from age 7 to 18. Coached groups organized by age and ability, in a motivating, competitive environment.

FoundationAges 7–11Movement skills, coordination, and bodyweight strength.
MomentumAges 12–14First real strength and speed training for high school sports.
PerformanceAges 15–18Speed, power, and strength planned around the season.
Advancement is earned, not aged into. Athletes who meet set performance standards move up to the next program, regardless of age.

Private training

Train one-on-one.

A dedicated coach and a program built entirely around your athlete's sport, schedule, and goals. Ages 7–18.

Often recommended for athletes with

  • A specific goal or deadline, like a tryout or recruiting season
  • Schedules that don't fit group training times
  • A need for individual attention to build confidence
  • Advanced training needs beyond group programming

Free athletic assessment

Book your athlete's assessment.

  • Free, with no membership required
  • Written report with every score
  • A plan for group or private training
  • Led by certified strength coaches

3640 Galilee Church Rd, Jefferson, GA 30549

Resolute Training facility in Jefferson, GA

Takes under a minute. We'll text you to schedule.

Meet the coaches

The coaches your athlete will train with.

College-educated, certified coaches with Georgia roots and real athletic backgrounds. Every session is coached, not just supervised.

Head Coach Adam Brown

Head Coach

Adam Brown

Grew up in Madison, GA

CSCS, NSCA B.S. Kinesiology, UNG M.S. Kinesiology, UNG
Athletic background
Football and baseball. Started lifting in 8th grade, the same age many of our athletes start.
Coaching experience
University of North Georgia Nighthawks Sports Performance staff, working with men's tennis, men's and women's basketball, softball, and baseball.
What it means for your athlete
Programs built on the same methods used with college athletes, scaled to your athlete's age and ability.

"Showing up is half the battle."

Coach Ben Landes

Coach

Ben Landes

Lives in Athens, GA

CSCS, NSCAUGA, First Honors
Athletic background
Multi-sport athlete, including 12 years of tennis.
Coaching experience
A decade of training experience. Head coach in UGA's club sports program and former coach at a functional fitness facility in Monroe.
Beyond the gym
Walked solo 304 miles across the French Alps in 35 days.
Coach Sarah McNeely

Coach

Sarah McNeely

Grew up in Watkinsville, GA

CPT, NASMB.S. Exercise & Sports Science, UGA
Athletic background
Years of competitive track and field.
Coaching experience
Coaching since 2023 through UGA and private training facilities, with athletes of all ages and experience levels.

"Consistency is key. You won't always feel motivated. Keep going anyway."

Coach Allie Bardoul

Coach

Allie Bardoul

Grew up in Cumming, GA

CPT, NASMB.S. Exercise Science, GCSUGraduate student, Kinesiology, UGA
Athletic background
Gymnastics, plus competition cheerleading from elementary school through the collegiate level at Georgia College.
Coaching experience
Coached throughout her undergraduate studies. Now studying strength, conditioning, and fitness at UGA.
Why she coaches
To help athletes build confidence and reach the goals they set for themselves.
Coach Charlie Evans

Coach

Charlie Evans

Grew up in Athens, GA

CSCS, NSCAB.S. Exercise Science, Georgia State
Athletic background
Soccer and lacrosse.
Coaching experience
Came up through Resolute's internship program before joining the coaching staff.
Why he coaches
A string of sports injuries taught him how evidence-based training helps athletes come back stronger.

"You don't have to be perfect, you just have to try."