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We LOVE multi-sport athletes! Of course we'd like for you to be involved in another sport during the Fall or Winter season, but some of you are dedicated solely to running (distance) and track & field. There are a variety of options you can choose from training to competing in club track over the summer. We do not endorse any facility or track club, but here is a list you can explore yourself. Any questions, please contact Coach Farthing at mfarthing@csd99.org
Speed, Jump, and Strength Training
Unlike most facilities who are staffed by young coaches who rely on their recent playing career and “cool” factor, Slow Guy Speed School is staffed by Chris Korfist, a “sprint guru” with an international following.
With over 55 all-state sprinters and countless other high school all-state athletes, and over 20 years experience, he knows what is appropriate for the athlete in the room and not so concerned about what the pros are doing or someone else journey to where they got.
In fact, the methods have been so effective, Chris has consulted NFL teams, Big 10 Universities, Olympic team and U.S. Special Forces.
Get Fast offers a variety of session packages focusing on vertical jump, speed, multi plane agility and an overall stronger athlete.
Cost is $15-$35 per training hour.
Core 1 Inc. provides individualized athlete training with a 1:5 coach to athlete ratio. Athletes' metrics are tracked and monitored to allow their trainers to progress each athlete based on their current status. Core 1 offers a variety of session packages.
MFC Performance offers a variety of packages for small group and open group training sessions focused on strength, power, speed, endurance, mobility, and agility.
Club Track & Track Event Training Facilities
Chicago Flyers has trained over 2,400 athletes since 2009 in the western suburbs. Over 60% of summer track athletes qualify to compete at the AAU Junior Olympics. The Flyers have produced 3 national XC champions, regularly place in the top 5 teams at Cross Country National Youth Championship and has won the AAU State Championship 3 times. Many Chicago Flyers have competed in the IHSA State Championships in cross country and track and go on to compete in college.
Coach Gagnard has produced curriculum that has produced injury-free athletes for 13 years and includes elements of Feed the Cats/Track Football Consortium/Slow Guy Speed School, as well as other speed training programs.
In the summer of 2024, Chicago Flyers has added a high school sprint and mid-distance program led by Coach Jones (Hinsdale South) and Coach Wangler (Willowbrook). Practice are T/W/TH at Westmont High School with optional weekend meets. 10% refund for 2 or more athletes from DGS.
When you think of Illinois pole vault, the Winder family is the first name that comes to mind. Tim Winder is the current pole vault coach at North Central College who has coached numerous All-Americans and national champions. Each of his sons clinched IHSA championships when they were in high school. RISE is run by Jake Winder who has a career best 18'2" jump!
Coach Jeff Kajtsa is the current throws coach at Downers Grove North High School. He has nearly 40 years experience of throwing shot put and discus between his career as an athlete and coach. Over his coaching tenure, he's had 11 state qualifiers with 8 of them earning All-State honors, in addition to one 1 state champion!
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