TRAINING PROGRAMS
How We Train:
Training Philosophy:
The Hands Team is a receiver-focused training program implemented in four phases throughout the year. We use a progression-based training model to meet the athlete where they are, build a strong foundation, and layer on new skills. Our program is designed for athletes to take a consistent approach to their development by training in 3-8 week intervals. This approach has been proven to build complete receivers who are prepared for the demands of a full season.
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Group Size:
All sessions are small group sessions. Slots are granted on a first come first serve basis. Indoor group sessions are limited to 6 athletes while outdoor sessions are limited to 12 athletes.
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Team or Large Group Training:
Team training is available for teams and organizations looking to outsource offensive skill development. Team training programs are designed to support the team's offensive identity and route tree, and are closed to the public. Inquire for rates and group size requirements.
TRAINING CYCLE
Winter Training
[Indoor]
Dec - Feb (10 wks)
Establish and/or reinforce receiver-specific movement patterns, hand-eye coordination, and proper catching technique.
Spring Training
[Indoor/Outdoor]
Mar - April (6 wks)
Progress to route running, releases, explosiveness, acceleration/deceleration, and physicality.
Summer Training
[Indoor/Outdoor]
June - Aug (10 wks)
Application of skills in competitive, situational scrimmage periods.
Fall Training
[Indoor]
Oct - Nov (6 wks)
In-season programing focuses on mobility, flexibility, recovery, and catching.
Training Offerings
INDOOR TRAINING (ALL YEAR)
Sessions focus on catching/hand-eye coordination, grip strength, and skill development.
- Session Types -
Jugs Only (60 min)
Description: 60 min catching workout on our in-house Jugs machine. Sessions are designed to improve technique, rack up targets, and build confidence catching the football at different angles. Max 6 athletes.
Hands & Jugs (90 min)
Description: Skill work, grip strength and hand-eye coordination, ending with a 30 min Jugs period. Sessions are designed to establish and/or reinforce the foundational skill set for receivers. Max 6 athletes.
Strength Training (75 min)
Description: Strength and athletic performance training designed to prepare the body for sustained, on-field success. Sessions are conducted by our in-house staff of certified trainers. Max 8 athletes.
OUTDOOR TRAINING (MAR - NOV)
Session focus on route running, releases, footwork, and skill development.
- Session Types -
Routes & Releases (90 min)
Description: Sessions focus on route running and releases. Sessions are designed to develop route IQ, timing, and full mastery of the route tree.
Speed Development (60 min)
Description: Speed development, explosiveness, and conditioning. Sessions are designed to establish proper sprint mechanics and increase overall speed and explosiveness. Max 12 athletes.
Who We've Trained:
We've trained athletes from the following schools, teams, and organizations:
High School/Post Grad
Acton-Boxboro HS
Bishop Hendricken
Boston Prep HS
Brighton HS
Bridgton Academy
BB&N
Cambridge Rindge & Latin School
Canterbury School
Cathedral HS
Catholic Memorial
Dexter-Southfield
Dover-Sherborn HS
Malden Catholic
Malden HS
Milton HS
Moses Brown School
English HS
Everett HS
Lawrence HS
Newton North HS
Nipmuc Regional HS
Oliver Ames
Saugus HS
Scituate HS
St. George’s School
St. John’s Prep
St. Sebastians
Stoughton HS
Swampscott HS
Waltham HS
College
Anna Maria College
Assumption College
Bentley University
Boston College
Bryant University
Central Connecticut State University
Framingham State Univ.
Franklin Pierce
University of Maine
Merrimack College
Nichols College
Reedley College
Sacred Heart University
Saint Anselm
Shepherd University
Southern Connecticut State Univ.
Stonehill College
Tusculum Univ.
Umass Amherst
Univ. of New Haven
UNC Pembroke
UT Martin
Univ. Rhode Island
Pro/Semi-Pro/7v7/Flag
Boston Renegades
Breakthrough Elite 7v7
Edmonton Elks
Greater Boston Rebels
ISI Elite 7v7
Merrimack Valley Flag League
New England Flag Football Elite
New England Outlawz
NxtEra Panthers
Pink Sunday Flag League
Tenfold Sports