Built to Perform
Unlock your full potential
MISSION
Our mission is to develop complete, high-performing athletes by combining technical soccer training with elite strength, power, and speed development. Through dynamic, high-quality, and intentional programming, we focus on building technically proficient and physically prepared players.
We aim to cultivate confident, creative, and fundamentally sound athletes who not only understand the game but also play with purpose and resilience. Whether on the field refining their first touch and finishing, or in the gym developing explosive movement and injury-resistant bodies, our athletes are challenged to grow in every aspect of performance.
Sports Performance Training
2026 Program Details
Rising Athletes (Ages 9–12)
Focus: Foundational movement, coordination, and basic strength (performance training 1x/week) Note: Progressions depend on each athlete’s physical development
Junior Athletes (Ages 13–17)
Focus: Building strength, power, injury prevention, and sport-specific skills (performance training 2x/week). Note: Training intensity and load depend on physical maturity
Senior Athletes (Ages 18+)
Focus: Advanced performance, strength optimization, and injury prevention (performance training 2x/week)
Note: Individualized programs based on experience and athletic goals
Locations
- Gym Location: NEXT Fitness (470 Shoemaker Ln, Agawam MA, 01001)
- Soccer technical and skill development location: TBD
Gym: Strength, Power & Speed Program Outline
Payment information
Phase 1: Foundational Strength
•Building a strong base of muscular endurance and proper lifting technique
Phase 2: Power Development
•Introducing explosive movements and plyometrics to improve force production
Phase 3: Application & Performance •Translating strength and power into sport-specific speed, agility, and movement
Phase 3: Application & Performance •Translating strength and power into sport-specific speed, agility, and movement
If interested in participating in the program please submit the program fee. If you require an alternative payment method, please email me at richardamoako11@gmail.com
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About Me
Hello! My name is Richard Amoako a personal trainer for young aspiring athletes. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy, which provides me with a solid foundation in understanding human movements. My passion lies in the realm of sports and athletics, where I strive to make a meaningful impact. I spent four years at UMass Amherst, where I had the privilege of playing Division 1 soccer. That experience not only shaped my understanding of the physical and mental demands of high-level competition but also ignited my drive to help young athletes unlock their full potential. I am dedicated to empowering these athletes, providing them with the tools and guidance they need to excel in their chosen sports and achieve their personal goals.