Why The Academy Exists
Most people join a gym and are immediately thrown into workouts they don't understand.
At 905 Athletics, we believe long-term success starts with a strong foundation.
The 905 Academy was created to help new members build confidence, learn proper movement, understand our training systems, and develop the skills needed to train safely and effectively.
Whether you're a beginner, a former athlete, or returning to training after years away, the Academy ensures you start with purpose.
What Is The 905 Academy?
The Academy is a structured 16-session onboarding program completed after Assessment Week.
During this phase, you'll learn:
✓ Movement fundamentals
✓ Strength training techniques
✓ Conditioning methods
✓ Warm-up procedures
✓ Equipment setup
✓ Workout flow
✓ Performance tracking
✓ Training terminology
✓ Recovery and progression principles
By graduation, you'll understand exactly how we train and how to get the most from your membership.
Week 1
Movement Foundations
Learn the fundamental patterns that form the basis of all training:
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Squat
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Hinge
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Push
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Pull
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Carry
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Brace
Focus:
Movement quality and confidence.
Week 2
Strength Training Fundamentals
Learn:
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Loading strategies
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Exercise execution
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Tempo
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Effort
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Progression
Focus:
Building strength safely and effectively.
Week 3
Conditioning & Athletic
Development
Experience:
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Loaded carries
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Sleds
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Ergs (row, ski, bike)
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Echo Bike
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Work capacity training
Focus:
Fitness, pacing, & athletic performance
Week 4
Integration
Apply everything you've learned while training in a format similar to our regular programs
Focus:
Preparing for long term success inside 905 Athletics
THE 4-WEEK JOURNEY
Traditional Gym Experience
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Random workouts
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Little instruction
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Minimal accountability
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Guesswork
The 905 Academy
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Structured progression
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Professional coaching
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Individual feedback
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Clear expectations
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Personalized recommendations
Our goal isn't simply to get you exercising.
Our goal is to teach you how to train.
What Makes The Academy Different?
Who Is The Academy For?
Beginners
Never stepped into a gym? Perfect!
Busy Professionals
Looking for structure, coaching, and accountability.
Former Athletes
Rediscover performance without feeling lost.
Teen Athletes
Build strength, confidence, and movement skills that carry over into sport.
Returning Exercise Enthusiasts
A safe and structured way to get back into training.
Graduation & Your Next Step
Upon completing the 905 Academy, you'll have a clear understanding of how we train, how to progress safely, and what training approach is best suited to your goals.
Using everything we've learned throughout Assessment Week and the Academy, we'll provide personalized recommendations and guide you toward the training pathway that best supports your long-term success.
Whether your focus is improving health, building strength, enhancing athletic performance, or maximizing accountability, you'll leave with a clear roadmap and confidence in your next steps.
