Thrive - Speed, Conditioning & Strength for Sports Performance

A big congratulations to Halle and Jackson on not only representing Capricornia in Rugby Union but also picking up players of the match awards!! What a great achievement!

⚡ TERM 3 EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST NOW OPEN! ⚡

Ready to help your child become faster, stronger and more confident on the field or court?

Thrive Sports Performance is excited to launch our Term 3 Game Speed Programs, designed to develop athletes through age-appropriate coaching, proven training methods and plenty of fun.

🟦 Game Speed Foundations
Perfect for athletes aged 10–12 who are new to speed training or looking to build strong movement fundamentals.
This program focuses on:
✅ Acceleration technique
✅ Agility & change of direction
✅ Explosive power fundamentals
✅ Coordination & athletic movement skills
✅ Building confidence through fun, engaging sessions
A great starting point for athletes wanting to improve their performance in any field or court sport.

⚫ Game Speed Performance
Designed for athletes already have a solid training base and are ready for the next level.
This program includes:
⚡ Advanced acceleration and first-step speed
💪 Strength for speed and injury prevention
💥 Explosive power development
🔁 Repeat sprint conditioning for game fitness
🎯 Faster change of direction and game-speed movement
Ideal for athletes competing in rugby league, rugby, soccer, touch football, basketball, netball, and other field and court sports.

We don't just make athletes work harder—we teach them how to move better, sprint faster and perform with confidence.

📅 Term 3📍 Limited places available

📩 Expressions of Interest are now open!
send us a message to find out which program is best suited for your athlete.

🚨 OVERSTRIDING KILLS POWER 🚨

One of the biggest mistakes we see in young athletes is reaching too far with the front foot.

When your foot lands in front of your hips, it acts like a brake. You lose momentum, spend longer on the ground, and reduce the force you can put back into the next stride.

✅ Land under your hips
✅ Stay powerful
✅ Spend less time on the ground
✅ Accelerate faster

Speed isn't about taking bigger steps—it's about taking more powerful, efficient steps.

We focus on teaching athletes to sprint with the right mechanics so they can move faster, become more explosive, and transfer those gains to game day.

Train smart. Move efficiently. Perform at your best.

🥋🏆 DOUBLE GOLD FOR TEHYA! 🏆🥋

What an incredible achievement by Tehya at the MCH Championships, taking home 🥇 Gold in Kata and 🥇 Gold in Kumite!

In Term 2 we've been working on developing her acceleration, speed, and explosive power—qualities that have transferred directly onto the mats. Faster reactions, more explosive techniques, and greater athleticism have all played a role in her success.

Tehya is a perfect example of why being a multi-sport athlete is so valuable. Building athleticism across different sports develops speed, power, coordination, and confidence that carries over into competition.

We're incredibly proud of your hard work and dedication.

Looking forward to Tehya join us in term 3💙⚡

Strength + Speed = Lower Injury Risk
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One of the biggest myths in youth sport is that injuries are just "bad luck."
While no athlete is injury-proof, research shows that athletes who are stronger, faster, and better conditioned are better equipped to cope with the physical demands of sport.

Research by Malone et al. (2018) found that athletes with:
✅ Greater lower-body strength
✅ Faster sprint times over 5 m, 10 m and 20 m
✅ Better repeated sprint ability
..experienced lower injury rates than their peers.

We don't just train athletes to perform better—we build the physical qualities that help them stay on the field, court, or track for longer.
Our coaching focuses on:
🔹 Strength development
🔹 Sprint mechanics and acceleration
🔹 Speed development
🔹 Power and force production
🔹 Movement quality
🔹 Long-term athletic development
Because the best ability is availability.

Build stronger athletes. Develop faster athletes. Reduce injury risk.

📖 Reference: Malone S. et al. (2018), Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport.

The First 10 Metres Build Champions
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Did you know that athletes reach approximately 60% of their maximum sprint velocity within the first 10 metres and around 80% by 20 metres?

For youth and junior athletes, this means the biggest opportunity for improvement isn't chasing top speed—it's mastering acceleration.

Developing acceleration through quality coaching helps athletes:
✅ Improve first-step quickness and reaction speed
✅ Create separation from opponents in game situations
✅ Build the technical foundation for higher sprint speeds as they mature
✅ Develop force production and explosive movement patterns
✅ Reduce injury risk through improved sprint mechanics
✅ Enhance performance across sports including soccer, rugby league, touch football, netball and more.

Building great movement habits early provides a foundation for long-term athletic development, increased confidence, and improved performance across all sports.
Master the first 10 metres. The rest becomes easier.