Youth Strength Training in Ottawa
Ottawa’s football-focused strength training program for youth athletes.
Help your athlete become faster, more explosive and more confident on the field. Ottawa Football Academy develops strength, explosiveness, acceleration, footwork, change of direction and game-ready movement through structured coaching for youth athletes.
Football-focused coaching • Flexible session packages • Ottawa training locations
Who it’s for?
Youth and teenage athletes
Training focus?
Strength, explosiveness, speed, acceleration, agility, footwork and athleticism
Experience?
Beginner to competitive athletes
Format?
Coach-led small-group training
Build Speed Focused Strength That Transfers to the Field
Running fast in a straight line is only one part of athletic speed. OFA teaches athletes how to generate explosive strength, accelerate, decelerate, change direction and react efficiently in competitive situations. Each session combines movement instruction with progressive drills that help athletes move with greater control and confidence.
What we train
Sessions are designed to develop the strength, power and physical qualities young athletes need for football and other field sports. Exercises are adjusted to the athlete’s age, experience and current ability.
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Foundational strength and proper lifting technique
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Lower-body strength and power
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Upper-body strength and stability
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Core strength and trunk control
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Explosive strength and force production
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Balance, coordination and body control
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Injury prevention and movement quality
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Football-specific strength and physical development
More Than a Generic Strength Training Class
OFA combines athletic development with an understanding of how athletes actually move during football. Training is purposeful, progressive and connected to on-field performance—not simply a collection of weight lifting drills.
Football-focused coaching
Strength training is taught in the context of explosive and powerful movements
Progressive development
Athletes learn proper technique before progressing to faster and more demanding drills.
Flexible training options
Families can select a session package that fits their athlete’s goals and schedule.
8 Session Pack (Use with any program)
249
Train with Team Canada Athletes and develop Explosive Speed and Dynamic Athleticism.
Fit 8 sessions into your schedule. This applies to any combination of Speed & Agility and/or Strength programs.
Valid for 3 months
Explosive Speed & Powerful Acceleration
Dynamic Strength & Athleticism
Explosive Speed & Acceleration Nov-Mar
Dynamic Strength & Athleticism Nov-Mar
Strength & Explosiveness Nov-Mar
16 Session Pack (Use with any program)
425
Train with Team Canada Athletes and develop Explosive Speed and Dynamic Athleticism.
Fit 16 sessions into your schedule. This applies to any combination of Speed & Agility and/or Strength programs.
Valid for 3 months
Explosive Speed & Powerful Acceleration
Dynamic Strength & Athleticism
Explosive Speed & Acceleration Nov-Mar
Dynamic Strength & Athleticism Nov-Mar
Strength & Explosiveness Nov-Mar
32 Session Pack (Use with any program)
799
Train with Team Canada Athletes and develop Explosive Speed and Dynamic Athleticism.
Fit 32 sessions into your schedule. This applies to any combination of Speed & Agility and/or Strength programs.
Valid for 6 months
Explosive Speed & Powerful Acceleration
Dynamic Strength & Athleticism
Explosive Speed & Acceleration Nov-Mar
Dynamic Strength & Athleticism Nov-Mar
Strength & Explosiveness Nov-Mar
Choose your pricing plan
Strength Training Schedule
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Fall and Winter sessions are indoors and take place @ The Goldridge Gym - 272 Goldridge Dr., Kanata
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Tuesdays and Thursdays
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Time slots are 6pm - 7pm and 7pm - 8pm
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Sessions are 1 hour in length
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Purchased sessions can be used to take part in any program offered. Simply login, click on the program(s) you wish to take part in and book as many sessions as your Pricing Plan provides. Session details will be provided in the specific program's Booking Calendar.
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Ages 10yrs to 22yrs
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Athletes should bring running shoes, athletic wear and water
Is This Program Right for Your Athlete?
This program is suitable for athletes who want to improve their power, speed, movement and confidence—whether they are preparing for football season, developing for another field sport or beginning structured athletic training.
This program is a good fit for:
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Football players wanting better more explosiveness, acceleration and power
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Athletes preparing for evaluations, combines or a new season
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Young athletes who need stronger strength foundations
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Competitive athletes looking for focused off-season development
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Multi-sport athletes who want to become more explosive, powerful, faster and more agile
**Athletes do not need previous OFA experience to participate.
TESTIMONIALS
Kieren - Carleton Ravens
Before I started training with Coach Nate, I was slower, heavier, and wasn’t very confident in my speed. Since training with him, I’ve gotten a lot faster, more explosive, and way more confident in my game. My favourite part about his training is that even in a group, he’ll switch things up on the spot to make sure everyone individually is getting what they need to get better. You can tell he actually enjoys helping his guys improve.
Ancel - St. Peters Knights
I’ve had a great experience. Coach Nate genuinely cares about helping every player improve, no matter their skill level. The practices are competitive, organized, and focused on developing football IQ, technique, and confidence. I’ve become a better player because of the coaching and the atmosphere the team creates. If you’re looking for a place that pushes you to improve while keeping the environment positive and supportive, I’d definitely recommend this team. Thank you, Coach Nate for all the time and effort you put into helping us succeed both on and off the field.
Roy - Holy Trinity Tornadoes
Training with OFA helped me improve my technique, confidence, and understanding of the game. The coaching was supportive and pushed me to work harder every session. I’d definitely recommend it to any player looking to improve.
FAQ
What ages can participate in OFA strength training?
OFA is a community of excellence. We train athletes of all experience levels from the age of 10 to 22. Programs are adjusted based on the athletes. Though the programs are tailored to the athlete's age and experience levels, the younger and less experienced athletes train alongside the older more experienced athletes. This allows for a faster learning progression for the less experienced athletes and provides a feeling of mentorship for the more experienced athletes.
Does my child need football experience?
Absolutely not. Strength training benefits athletes in virtually every sport.
What does a typical session include?
Dynamic warm-up, movement and mechanics instruction, weighted resistance training, explosive plyometric and cooldown.
Where is the training held?
Indoor training is provided at The Goldridge Gym @ 272 Goldridge Dr., Kanata.
What should athletes bring?
Athletes should bring running shoes, athletic wear and water.
How long is each session?
Each session is 1 hour in length.
Can the session packages be used for other OFA programs?
All session packages can be used for any program that OFA provides.
Will this help athletes in sports other than football?
Absolutely. Explosive power and speed training benefits athletes in almost every field and court sport because athletic performance depends on an athlete’s ability to produce force quickly.
Through a combination of weight training, resistance exercises and plyometrics, athletes develop the strength and explosiveness needed to accelerate faster, jump higher, change direction more powerfully and react quickly during competition.
Strength training helps athletes build the foundation to produce more force. Resistance training develops strength through sport-relevant movement patterns, while plyometrics teach the body to apply that force rapidly and explosively. Together, these methods help athletes become stronger, faster and more powerful.
These qualities transfer directly to sports such as football, soccer, basketball, hockey, rugby, lacrosse, volleyball, baseball and tennis. Although every sport requires different technical skills, athletes across nearly all sports benefit from greater strength, acceleration, explosiveness and overall athletic power.
Help Your Athlete Move Faster and Play With Confidence
Give your athlete structured coaching that develops power, speed, agility, footwork and game-ready movement.
Not sure which package to choose? Contact OFA @info@ottawafootball.ca
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40 Canadian dollars