Stronger-U Off-Ice Spring Training 2025

Prepare for next season with our comprehensive Spring Training Program designed for U13, U15, and U18 athletes.

Get ready for next season with our comprehensive Spring Training Program, designed specifically for U13, U15, and U18 athletes. This program focuses on developing strength, power, agility, and endurance to elevate your overall athletic performance. Whether you're aiming to improve on-ice speed, prevent injuries, or build the foundational strength required to excel in your sport, this program is tailored to help you achieve your goals.

Starting April 28th, our Spring Training Program runs twice a week for 8 sessions at Mountain View CrossFit. This progressive program offers a balanced approach, emphasizing strength, speed, agility, balance, mobility, and endurance to enhance athletic performance. Athletes from U13, U15, and U18 levels will train in a dynamic, supportive environment, with exercises and intensity levels adjusted to meet the needs of each individual.

Led by expert coaches and Kinesiologists specializing in youth athletic development, this program is designed to enhance explosive power, core strength, and movement efficiency—all essential components for peak athletic performance. Whether you're preparing for hockey, another competitive sport, or just aiming to stay in top shape, this structured and progressive training plan will help you build confidence and resilience for the upcoming season.

Our mission is to promote physical literacy in youth athletes, empowering them with the skills and confidence to engage in a wide range of physical activities and thrive in their athletic endeavors.

Program Details:

U13: Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:30-5:30pm

U15: Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:30-8:30pm

U18: Mondays and Wednesdays 7:30-8:30pm

Location:

Mountain View CrossFit Cochrane

Cost: $305 +GST

Don't miss this opportunity to gain a competitive edge. Spots are limited—register today!

*A minimum number of 10 athletes per group is required to run the session*

Off-Ice Training Policies

Meet the Team

  • Renee Delwisch

    Founder / Kinesiologist

    Renee is the founder and creator of Stronger-U. With a degree in Kinesiology and certification as a High-Performance Specialist through the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP-HPS), Renee brings a wealth of knowledge to her training. She is also a licensed Kinesiologist through the Alberta Kinesiologist Association, allowing her to provide both preventative and rehabilitative exercise programs to her clients.

    In addition to her expertise in kinesiology, Renee has served as an Advanced Care Paramedic for over 20 years, primarily in downtown Calgary, further solidifying her understanding of health and injury management.

    Renee's passion for sports and fitness began early, excelling as a youth soccer player and earning a Canadian Female National Gold Medal at 17. She competed internationally in soccer tournaments across Europe and played collegiate rugby for Acadia University.

    With over two decades of experience working with athletes from various disciplines, Renee has honed her ability to enhance performance, prevent injuries, and support recovery.

    In 2022, Renee developed the off-ice training program for the Jr. Chaos hockey team. Her mission is to improve youth physical literacy and injury prevention through tailored, sport-specific strength training. She continues to expand Stronger-U, aiming to provide all athletes the opportunity to build the tools and confidence needed for peak performance.

    Bachelor's of Kinesiology- Acadia University

    Certified Kinesiologist #2019175- Aberta Kinesiologist Association 

    Licensed Advanced Care Paramedic- Alberta College of Paramedics

    Certified CSEP High Performance Specialist

    Barbell Strength and Speed Specialist (Agatsu)

    Certified Weightlifting Coach (NSPA)

    Certified Sports Nutrition Coach (NSPA)

  • Erin Ashbacher

    Kinesiologist/Certified Personal Trainer

    Erin is a Kinesiologist and Certified Personal Trainer with the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology.

     

    With 15 years of experience in the fitness industry, Erin began her career in Cardiac Rehabilitation before launching her personal training business. While she has extensive experience as a 1:1 in-person trainer, Erin has also coached both small and large sports teams and led small group training sessions.

     

    Passionate about health and movement, Erin believes that everyone can achieve their best self with the right tools and commitment. Her training philosophy focuses on building strong movement patterns as the foundation for success in sports and life.

     

    In her spare time, Erin enjoys mountain biking, road cycling, snowboarding, and powerlifting.