⚡️ Helping coaches build fit, fast players

Athletic Performance Matters empowers amateur coaches to elevate their team's performance through accessible and effective strength and conditioning programs. We provide the resources and guidance coaches need to confidently implement training that yields real results, even with limited time and resources.

What We Offer Coaches:

  • Time-efficient training: Our programs require only 20 minutes, a stopwatch, a whistle, and a few cones, making them perfect for busy schedules.

  • Easy-to-follow programs: Our clear and concise programs boost speed and fitness, helping athletes reach their full potential.

  • Injury prevention focus: We prioritize player well-being, helping coaches reduce the risk of injuries and keep athletes on the field.

Who We're Looking For:

  • Coaches who are passionate about winning and want to give their team a competitive edge.

  • Coaches who recognize the importance of strength and conditioning but may lack the experience or resources to implement it effectively.

  • Coaches who are ready to make a difference, even with limited time and budgets.

Ready to transform your team? Check out our Google Reviews and see what other coaches are saying!

Join us in empowering coaches and athletes to achieve their best!

Get fitter

Aerobic and high-intensity training programs that will improve your fitness and help you to keep running from the start of the game to the end

Get faster

Speed and agility training programs to help you outrun your opponents.

Reduce your chance of injury

Strength training programs to help you increase your power and reduce your chance of injury.

Testimonials

  • Neil did an amazing job training our kids' soccer team -- the fitness impact was huge and the kids always had a lot of fun doing the drills!

    Terry Macdonald, Parent

  • Neil is engaging and fun to work with. He conditioned a junior boys soccer team, often with 15 players. Not an easy task - but the kids enjoyed themselves and benefited from his experience. Most importantly, Neil speaks with a calm authority.

    Mike Grier, Football Coach

  • Working with APM has been a great experience so far. After coming off a broken ankle and surgery being able to get into the gym with someone who has such a high level of experience has been instrumental in my recovery. Couldn’t be more grateful.

    Reuben Stensen, Player

Services

  • Aerobic Conditioning

  • Anaerobic/ high-intensity Conditioning

  • Explosive Conditioning

  • Sprint Technique - Review & Development

  • Acceleration Drills

  • Deceleration Drills

  • Change of Direction Drills

  • Agility Drills

  • Field and Gym Based Strength Exercises

  • Plyomterics

  • Ballistic Training

  • Performance testing & Benchmarking

  • Warm Up & Cool Down Protocols

  • Face to face or online

Reclaim Your Competitive Edge with Our Tailored Strength & Conditioning Programs for:

Players

Teams

& Clubs

FAQs

  • What is Strength & Conditioning (S&C)?

    Strength and Conditioning (S&C) is the process of physically preparing the body to play a sport through workouts that enhance strength, speed, power, agility, mobility, endurance and explosiveness. The objective of S&C is to create an all-round athlete who's strong and powerful enough to play their sport at the highest possible level. Whatever level that is.

    What’s the difference between S&C and Personal Training?

    S&C is similar but different to Personal Training. Personal Trainers tend to work with the General Population to help them improve their health and fitness. In comparison, Strength & Conditioning Coaches work exclusively with athletes to help them improve their Sports Performance.

    Isn’t that expensive and only for elite athletes?

    Nope. Athletic Performance Matters specialises in helping grassroot athletes and their coaches achieve the level of performance they desire. And provides affordable (and flexible) service offerings.

    Is it only for young sportspeople?

    No. We work with both young and older athletes. Older athletes often look for ways to continue playing the sport they love—their desire to get better is what links the young and the old.

  • Yep, most of our time is spent helping teams and clubs develop strength and conditioning practices

  • I’m based in Brunswick, Melbourne, but can provide my services virtually to wherever you are

  • Send me an email: neil@athleticperformancematters.com.au and we can arrange a time and way to do so (phone, zoom etc) from there

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