Total Athlete Development
Total Athlete Development
Dates: July 27-29, 2026
Duration: Monday and Tuesday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. and Wednesday 9 a.m. -12 p.m.
Ages: 13-16
Cost: $250
Develop Strength, Speed and Confidence that Lasts
Whether you're just starting out or already competing, this high-energy program is built to elevate your game. Learn the foundational movement patterns that power every sport, boost your speed, agility, and quickness with expert coaching. Understand how to properly warm-up and stretch to enhance performance and prevent injury. Dive into sport-specific training to build strength, power, and athleticism, while developing safe, effective exercise habits for life. Plus, get insider nutrition tips from a Registered Dietitian to fuel your workouts and recovery. You'll build confidence and discipline through challenging but fun sessions.
Ready for Total Athlete Development?
Meet the Instructors
As former athletes who continue to live active, healthy lifestyles, John Valentik and Nate Zechman understand firsthand the lifelong value of movement, discipline, and wellness. They created this camp to share their passion and knowledge with younger students — helping them learn how to train safely, move effectively, and build healthy habits that last well beyond their athletic careers. Their goal is to inspire the next generation to develop confidence, strength, and an appreciation for the science of human performance.
Schedule
Day 1 – Foundations & Teamwork
- Team Building Activities to foster camaraderie and leadership
- Proper Warm-Up and Stretching Techniques to prevent injury and improve performance
- Fundamental Movements to improve strength, speed, and power
- Speed, Agility, and Quickness (SAQ) Work to enhance performance in any sport
Day 2 – Advanced Training & Mindset
- Plyometric and Multiplanar Movement Drills for explosive power
- Sport-Specific Training tailored to athlete’s interests and goals
- Team Building Challenges to strengthen communication and collaboration
- Mindset and Mental Prepwork for focus, resilience, and goal setting
Day 3 – Nutrition & Real-World Experiences
- Nutrition Education to fuel performance and recovery
- Athletic Facilities Tour for inspiration and exposure to higher-level play
- Creamery visit to conclude camp at a Penn State staple and celebrate accomplishments
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact Us
Programming questions can be addressed to Camp Directors, John Valentik, jgv5002@psu.edu and Nate Zechman, njz5009@psu.edu.
Registration questions can be addressed to Autumn Montegna-Maginnis, amm10605@psu.edu.
Refunds and Cancelations
If your request to withdraw is received at least 15 business days prior to the first day of the program, we can issue a partial refund. Please send your written request by email to psuconferences@psu.edu. A $50 administrative fee will be charged for each withdrawal.
Physical or Dietary Accommodations
Please contact Autumn Montegna-Maginnis, amm10605@psu.edu, 4 weeks prior to start date to address concerns or requests.
Confidentiality
For legal reasons, the University cannot release the names or phone numbers of participants, not even to those who wish to carpool.
Youth Program Compliance
Title IX Information for Parents and Guardians. All Penn State youth programs have policies in place to ensure the safety of youth participating in our programs, activities and services is not compromised. All program staff are trained in emergency protocols and all relevant internal, external, and parental reporting requirements.