Youth Strength & Conditioning

For Kids & Teens Ages 8–15

Building strong bodies, confident minds, and resilient kids—through safe, age-appropriate strength training.

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Why Youth Strength & Conditioning Matters

Kids today often fall into one of two extremes: unstructured activity with little guidance, or highly specialized sport with growing physical and mental pressure. What’s missing is a strong foundation—movement skills, body awareness, and confidence that supports both performance and well-being.

At Academy of Lions, our Youth Strength & Conditioning Program helps kids build that foundation in a safe, supportive, and structured environment—meeting them where they are and helping them grow from there.


Why our programming?

More Than Fitness—A Foundation for Life

We train the whole child: physical skills, social connection, and psychological resilience.

Physical

Build coordination, strength, and movement fundamentals with safe, age-appropriate progressions.

Social

Games, group challenges/training foster teamwork, communication, inclusion, and support.

Psychological

Breathing and reflection practices help kids manage stress, emotions, and confidence.


Led by an Expert You Can Trust - Meet Coach Saja

The program is led by Coach Saja (BKin, CSCS), a trauma-informed, strength & conditioning specialist with over a decade of coaching experience. Saja has worked with youth, varsity athletes, general population, and Olympic-pathway athletes—bringing deep expertise and genuine care to every session.

Her approach prioritizes safety, engagement, and progression, creating an environment where kids feel supported, capable, and confident.


Who This Program Is For

Two age-based groups with coaching that’s adaptable, inclusive, and scaled to your child’s experience.

Ages 8–12

Fundamentals & Exploration

  • Pre-puberty focus
  • Foundational movement skills
  • Playful structure, confidence-building
  • Coordination, mobility, and body awareness
Best for: kids who are new to training, multi-sport, or want a strong movement base.
Ages 13–15

Progression & Resilience

  • Post-puberty focus
  • Progressive strength & conditioning
  • Skill development under light fatigue
  • Resilience, confidence, and self-awareness
Best for: teens looking to get stronger, move better, and build athletic capacity safely.