TRAIN LIKE A PRO.  

Linear Speed , Running Mechanics and Multi-Directional Explosiveness.

Average improvements of an 8 - 12 week training program:

• 2 tenths of a second off 40 yard dash time - get there 4-5' faster;
• 33% improvement in foot speed;  
• 50% improvement in rate of recovery;
• 4" increase in vertical jump - increased explosive power;
• 20% greater leg strength; and
• 4 mph increase in throwing speed.

"The Nike SPARQ Sensory Training System is the best thing that could have ever happened to me as an athlete. I see major improvements in my ability to pick-up the ball off the bat and from the pitchers hand faster than before."

- Lauren Lupinetti Catcher / OF,
Cal State Fullerton Softball 07'-09'

Since baseball is a game of inches, baseball players need elite training to get the competitive advantage for those inches. At Athletic Republic we have consistently proven that our speed, agility and power training makes athletes faster, stronger and more agile than our competition can make them. Getting 0.2 seconds off your 40 yard dash time can potentially put you at first base 4-5 feet ahead of where you get to now. Think of all the ground balls last season that you almost legged out. The steal that you were 6" away from being safe. What about the grounder in the hole at short that you just nipped with your glove. There is no doubt that speed and agility training are absolutely essential to becoming a better and more successful baseball player.

THROWING

Arm strength is a concern of every baseball player. We measure arm strength by determining throwing velocity or throwing distance. Our patented throwing cord has taken countless pitchers, infielders and outfielders to the next level by improving their arm strength. As a patented piece of equipment, this training is only available at Athletic Republic. In a published, peer-reviewed study of college-level baseball players who trained with the throwing cord for 12 sessions over 6 weeks, the average improvement on fastball velocity with the same accuracy was 4 mph! One pitcher went from topping out at 81 mph to hitting 90 mph on the gun. This improvement has been documented and reproduced consistently with athletes of high school level and above at all of our centers.

HITTING

When Jim Thome was looking to keep his competitive edge at the plate he sought Athletic Republic and our patented resistance cord technology. After one trial session with the cords he realized how explosive his bat speed could become through the hitting zone. After several years, Mr. Thome is still hitting home runs and still using Athletic Republic to keep his hands fast and his hip drive strong through consistent resistance cord training. You will be amazed at how powerful you feel with the bat head through the strike zone.

CONDITIONING CORDS

Athletic Republic Conditioning Cords provide controlled resistance while allowing athletes to perform at game speed velocities, greatly improving power for hitting, throwing and running. Our patented SprintCords, ThrowingCords, PowerCords, Hitting Harness and Warm-up Cords provide resistance without changing or affecting proper mechanics.  When the conditioning cords come off, athletes produce more power than ever before.  All cords come in Pro and Varsity resistance levels.

NIKE SENSORY TRAINING EVALUATION

Higher performing athletes see better - it is a proven fact. After extensive research Nike has developed a program that evaluates visual clarity, speed of perception, eye-hand coordination, dynamic visual acuity, reaction time and depth perception. Then generates a peer comparison producing a customized improvement plan based on a national comparison of like athletes across the country. Imagine being able to see the threads on the ball.

NIKE SENSORY TRAINING

Using (4) training strategies athletes will improve on areas identified in the Sensory Evaluation.

NIKE STROBE TRAINING

This program will improve timing, visualization, quickness, peripheral vision and balance.

WEIGHT LIFTING

This program focuses on teaching all of the necessary lifts athletes perform in a competitive weight room environment including the Olympic lifts.

DIGITAL VIDEO ANALYSIS

Utilizing DartFISH software we provide a complete running analysis with measurement of key running angles such as knee drive, pelvic angle and more. Athletes are provided with a breakdown of the strengths and weaknesses of their stride. Recommendations are provided.

REGISTRATION/PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT

The assessment process begins with a test to establish a performance baseline by measuring the following key areas of athleticism:

• Movement Skills 
• Power and Strength 
• Efficiency

The test results are interpreted in relation to an athlete's physical development, gender, sport and position training goals and applied to develop an individualized performance sports training program.  At the conclusion of a training program, Athletic Republic tests again to measure performance improvements and track progression against goals.  Our entire athlete assessment process synchronizes video with performance results, setting a new testing standard that we have taken beyond our training centers to combines like the Army All-American Game National Combine.  Thanks to our extensive database of test and performance information, athletes can compare their results against peers by geography, gender, age or sport to see where they rank. Each athlete receives an Athletic Republic Training Kit with includes a t-shirt, shorts, drawstring bag and water bottle.