This summer we will be offer a comprehensive training program for Lionville Middle School (entering grades 7-8) cross country athletes wishing to get in shape for their fall endeavors. Come meet and be mentored by current and former Downingtown East runners, while being coached and trained by the Downingtown East coaching staff. We will meet Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings from 8:30-10:00am, beginning Tuesday, July 8th and ending Friday, August 1st (4 weeks).
Each participant will receive the following:
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Summer Endurance Program T-Shirt (if registered by Friday, June 6th)
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Weekly email containing physical/mental focus points and week’s training plan
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Technical analysis of running form
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Goal setting and group sport psychology sessions
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Variety of base, tempo, and speed training
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Ancillary training targeted at coordination, flexibility, general strength, and power
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Weekly verbal evaluation for continued personal growth
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A positive, fun, and professional educational atmosphere and environment
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Much more!
Participation in this summer endurance program is strictly voluntary. Our top priority is to provide the opportunity for each young athlete to develop physically, psychologically, and socially in order to reach their desired goals, as well as prepare themselves for their upcoming competitive challenges.
The Arya Athletics Summer Endurance Program will be held at various locations throughout the local area. Locations will be listed in each ‘Weekly Email’.
Locations:
Exton Park (Chester Valley Trail Parking Area) – 140 Church Farm Ln, Exton, PA 19341
Bryn Coed Preserve - 1869 Flint Rd, Chester Springs, PA 19425
Pine Creek Park - 1488 Yellow Springs Rd, Chester Springs, PA 19425
Kardon Park (Duck Ponds) – Green St and E Pennsylvania Ave, Downingtown, PA 19335
Marsh Creek (West Side Boat Launch) - 800 North Reeds Rd, Downingtown, Pa 19335 (continue to bottom of the drive, we will meet in parking lot to the right)
Downingtown East High School – 50 Devon Drive, Exton, PA 19355
Costs:
$115 - in-person participation and full benefit of everything listed above
Registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. All participants must have all registration forms including signed waivers and registration fees prior to participation.
Why join the Arya Athletics Summer Endurance Program?
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This is a great opportunity to meet the Downingtown East High School team and coaching staff
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Working together with your teammates will prepare you for a great fall cross country season
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Similar programs can cost as much as 3-4x the price for a single week
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Experienced and knowledgeable coaching
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Penn State athlete, Caiden Leen & U. of Pittsburgh athlete, Nick Steinfeldt will help counsel our athletes this year!
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Families wishing to take advantage of this opportunity should do the following:
- Follow the Registration link and fill out ALL information
- Follow the Waiver link to print and sign the waiver form
- Send in Waiver and Payment (checks payable to 'Arya Athletics') to:
Arya Athletics
P.O. Box 277
Reamstown, Pa 17567
You may also Pay Online here:
A professional, skilled, developmental training program in a positive educational environment at an affordable price is our desired goal. If the cost of the program is prohibitive for anyone, please reach out to me personally.
- Coach Tobelmann
About Coach Tobelmann:
Coach Tobelmann is a former Division I cross country/track & field athlete for Seton Hall University and the University of Houston. He graduated summa cum laude from California University of Pennsylvania with a BS in Exercise Science and top of his class with an MS in Applied Sport Science and MS in Sport Psychology from PennWest University. He holds a Level II Certified Speed Specialist certification through NASE, as well as a Level I Coaching certification through USATF. Over his 13 years of coaching cross country/track and field he has helped both teams and individuals to garner school, league, and county records and championships, state medals, national qualifying times, and mentored many athletes to realize their dreams of competing at the collegiate level. Most recently he earned All-Area Coach of the Year in 2023 while coaching the Downingtown East boys cross country team to All-Region honors, and the girls to their best District finish in 8 years.