Certification

Certified Athletic Development Specialists (CADS)

International Youth Conditioning Association

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Cost
$399
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The CADS credential was developed as a way to differentiate you from other, less-qualified coaches who might know how to make kids tired, but don’t truly understand how to develop a complete athlete. The CADS credential means that you understand both the science and practical applications involved in developing athletes.

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Skills taught

Teach athletes speed and agility mechanics to develop movement skillsApply the Long-Term Athletic Development roadmap to guide athlete training at each stage of developmentKnow which exercises to choose and how to teach them
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