Athlete training in Arvada
Turn Potential into Performance
Train Like an Athlete. Compete at Your Best.
Who We Train
Whether you’re building your foundation or chasing the next level, we help athletes develop the speed, power, strength, and explosiveness needed to dominate on the field or court. Our training is designed to elevate your game, sharpen your skills, and give you the edge over your competition.
Middle School Athletes
Build a rock-solid foundation in speed, agility, and strength to set yourself up for long-term success.
High School Athletes
Gain the strength, power, and athleticism needed to earn varsity spots, stand out in recruitment, and outperform your competition.
College Athletes
Stay ahead of the game with advanced training to enhance performance, reduce injury risk, and extend your career.
It all starts with a free initial assessment! Schedule yours now and let’s get started!
A Blueprint For Long Term Athletic Development
Smart, Structured Training for Strength, Speed & Longevity
At Nexus Strength & Performance, we don’t just train athletes—we develop them. Our results-driven approach ensures that each athlete builds the strength, speed, power, and resilience needed to compete at their best—now and in the future.
What Sets Nexus Apart?
Personalized Coaching & Investment
Every athlete has different strengths, weaknesses, and goals. We take the time to understand and develop each individual, ensuring they get the training they need to excel.
Injury Prevention Focus
The best athletes stay in the game. We build strength, mobility, and recovery strategies to prevent overuse injuries and keep athletes competing at their peak.
Expert Strength & Conditioning
Our coaches specialize in athletic performance training—not just generic workouts. We focus on the fundamentals of speed, power, and agility, so athletes gain a real competitive edge.
Data-Driven Progress Tracking
We track key performance metrics and retest regularly to ensure continuous progress. This data allows us to make adjustments in real-time, monitor fatigue, and prevent overtraining. Athletes and parents also have full access to real-time performance tracking.
The Nexus Athlete Development System
Built on the Pillars of Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD)
Foundation First
We develop strength, movement quality, and movement patterns to create a base for athletic performance.
Progressive Performance Development
As athletes grow, we introduce more advanced strength, speed, power, and skill acquisition.
Sport-Specific Refinement
We fine-tune sport-specific movement patterns, ensuring performance translates directly to the field or court.
What’s included in the program?
🏃 Speed & Agility – Develop game-changing speed, acceleration, and reaction time to outmaneuver the competition.
💥 Power & Explosiveness – Increase vertical jump, first-step quickness, and change-of-direction speed through strategic plyometrics, medicine ball work, and explosive strength training.
🏋️ Full-Body Strength – Build strength that translates directly to better performance while reducing injury risk.
📊 Progress Tracking – Regular assessments and data tracking to measure speed, power, and strength gains—ensuring every athlete sees real results.
At Nexus, every win counts. Short-term improvements—the extra rep, the faster sprint, the higher jump—are milestones of progress. But progress in the gym is only the beginning. Our goal is to ensure every gain translates directly to performance on the field or court, so you don’t just train better—you play better.
A note to parents:
We know you want the best for your child, but with so many training options—off-season teams, private sessions, and extra practices—it’s hard to know where to start. At Nexus Strength & Performance, we don’t just add to the workload; we provide the foundation athletes need to thrive.
Skill work matters, but without strength, speed, and movement fundamentals, athletes face a greater risk of injury, fatigue, and burnout. Our focus extends beyond performance—we prioritize long-term health, confidence, and success on and off the field.
To keep athletes engaged, training must be both effective and enjoyable. We create an environment where they want to train—because they see progress, feel stronger, and know it’s making them better.
Here’s what you can expect:
A Safe, Progressive Approach
Training matches your child’s growth and development stage, ensuring proper movement patterns and injury prevention.
More Than Just Strength
We focus on speed, power, agility, and movement quality, building a foundation that enhances their sport-specific skills.
Injury Prevention & Longevity
A strong, well-prepared athlete is more durable, adaptable, and able to handle the physical demands of their sport.
A Training Environment They’ll Love
We make training something they look forward to, not just another box to check.
A Coaching Team That Cares
We’re invested in your child’s development, well-being, and long-term success—on and off the field.
It all starts with a free initial assessment! Schedule yours now and let’s get started!
Choose Your Path to Strength & Performance
See our athlete training options below:
Private Coaching: Personalized Strength & Performance Training
Get 1-on-1 coaching tailored specifically to your sport, goals, and current abilities.
- Fully Personalized Training Plan – A structured, goal-driven program designed for your sport and position.
- 1-on-1 Coaching & Expert Feedback – Individualized attention to ensure progress and proper movement.
- Performance Tracking – Progress is logged and measured to keep you improving.
Open Gym: Train on Your Terms (Available for athletes 16+)
For athletes looking for extra training time or the freedom to follow their own structured plan outside of coaching sessions.
- Gym Access During Open Hours – Train when it fits your schedule.
- Expert-Designed Programming (Optional) – Delivered in the TrainHeroic app for structure and guidance.
- Make Up Missed Workouts or Add Extra Sessions – Stay consistent and on track.
Elite Coaching: Individualized Training in a Group Setting
A hybrid approach combining personalized programming with small-group energy and motivation.
- Your Own Custom Training Plan – Built specifically for your goals, sport, and experience level.
- Small Group Setting (Max 5 Athletes) – Train with others but still receive individualized coaching and adjustments.
- More Scheduling Flexibility – More session times available to fit your schedule.
- Not a Group Class – Each athlete follows their own personalized plan with expert coaching every step of the way.
Team Training:
For entire teams or groups of 5+ teammates looking to elevate their game, our team training program provides sport-specific, structured training with a Nexus coach.
- Customized for Age & Sport – Programming tailored to the unique demands of your sport and level.
- 12-Week Training Blocks – The ideal off-season program to build strength, speed, and power before the next season.
- Pre & Post Testing – Speed, agility, and power assessments to track improvements over the training cycle.
Athlete Classes: Small-Group Training for Middle & High School Athletes
Designed specifically for middle school and high school athletes, these structured group classes focus on all aspects of athletic development while maintaining a low athlete-to-coach ratio (max 8 per class) for individualized attention.
- Speed & Agility Training – Improve acceleration, change of direction, and overall quickness.
- Jump Mechanics & Explosiveness – Develop power for better performance in every sport.
- Strength Training – Age-appropriate, progressive strength work to improve durability and performance.
- Mobility & Recovery – Reduce injury risk and improve movement efficiency.
- Sport-Ready Conditioning – Train to perform better and last longer in competition.
This class is a complete training solution that ensures athletes get stronger, faster, and more resilient while reducing injury risk.
It all starts with a free initial assessment! Schedule yours now and let’s get started!
Nexus is Now a USR Speed Lab
Track. Train. Dominate.
We’re proud to partner with Universal Speed Rating (USR)—the premier system for measuring and analyzing speed and power. As an official USR Speed Lab, Nexus provides athletes with real-time performance tracking, elite-level data insights, and targeted speed development to take their game to the next level.
USR is the gold standard for speed measurement, giving athletes, parents, and coaches the data they need to train smarter and play faster. Coaches get instant feedback on speed, acceleration, and power to monitor fatigue, improvement, and adjust training in real time.
Leverage the power of data. Train smarter. Play faster.
Ready to Gain the Edge Over Your Competition?
Your success starts with the right training, the right coaching, and the right plan. Let’s talk about your goals and build a strategy to help you reach your full athletic potential.
Schedule your FREE assessment and consultation today to tour our facility, meet our expert coaches, and start training like an elite athlete.
Questions? Contact Us!
FAQ
How do I know which training option is best for me?
Your free initial assessment will give us a baseline of speed, agility, and power so we can see how you compare to other athletes your age. Based on this data, our coaches will recommend the best training program to target areas for improvement and maximize your potential.
What’s the difference between Athlete Classes and Semi-Private Training?
🏆 Athlete Classes: Set times of the day. Available to all Nexus athletes. Separated into middle school and high school age groups. Designed to build overall athleticism, focusing on the fundamental skills every athlete needs—speed, acceleration, power, strength, and injury prevention.
🏋️ Semi-Private & 1-on-1 Training: Uses the same proven principles but with a fully customized approach tailored to your sport, position, and personal goals. If you want individualized programming and coaching to address your specific strengths and weaknesses, this is the best option. Multiple time slots available throughout the day to work around your schedule.
I already have a weight lifting class at school, how do I work around that?
We understand that many middle school and high school programs and coaches already have strength programs in place. Our programs can work around those programs to help supplement the things those programs may not be touching on. If you feel like your strength work is already covered, our Speed Lab Class is a great option to supplement that strength work with isolated speed and agility training. (Learn more about Speed Lab HERE). Many high school and middle school coaches are constrained by the number of athletes, or available facilities to do isolated speed and agility work. Our speed lab is the perfect place to get that work in.
How do I track my workouts and progress?
📲 TrainHeroic App: Every athlete gets a profile in TrainHeroic to track strength training progress, record workouts, and measure improvements over time.
📊 USR System: Athletes and parents get access to real-time speed, acceleration, and power data. This allows immediate performance tracking and helps our coaches fine-tune your program for continuous progress.
What metrics do you track to measure improvement?
✅ Strength Metrics (via TrainHeroic): Track progress in lifts, reps, and overall strength development.
✅ Speed & Power Metrics (via USR): Measure max velocity, acceleration, agility, and jump power to gauge athletic explosiveness.
How often should I train?
Our athletes that train 2+ days per week consistently see the most improvement. However, we understand that athletes have packed schedules with school, practices, and games. Our coaches will customize a training plan that fits your availability while ensuring steady progress without overtraining.
Should I train in-season?
Absolutely. In-season training is crucial for maintaining the strength and speed gains you’ve worked hard for. Our in-season programs are designed to keep you fresh, not fatigued, using a “minimal effective dose” approach to maintain and even improve performance while competing. Our goal is to help you peak at the right time so you can dominate when it matters most.