UNCAPD Development – Speed & Agility Program (Ages 11–13)
Term 2 Program
Developing Speed, Coordination, and Athletic Performance
The UNCAPD Development Speed & Agility Program is a structured 8-week training programme designed for athletes aged 11–13. At this stage of development, athletes are ready to refine sprint mechanics, improve acceleration, and develop more advanced agility and change-of-direction skills.
The Development stage focuses on bridging the gap between foundational movement and performance training. Athletes learn how to apply efficient movement mechanics while increasing their ability to produce force, accelerate quickly, and move efficiently in multiple directions.
Research in youth athletic development highlights early adolescence as a critical window for improving speed, coordination, and neuromuscular control, making structured coaching particularly valuable during this stage.
Sessions are delivered by qualified performance coaches and follow a progressive structure combining technical instruction, applied drills, and competitive challenges. The goal is to build both athletic ability and confidence in movement.
Term 2 Programme Dates:
Program Duration: Week of Sunday 3 May – Week of 28 June
8-week progressive training block
One 60-minute session per week
No training will take place on public holidays or on weekends where a public holiday occurs
Training Locations & Schedule:
Sunday – Manurewa
103 Jellicoe Road
10:00 AM
Sunday – Ponsonby
1 Stadium Road, Western Springs
10:00 AM
Sunday – Whangārei
Cobham Oval
10:00 AM
Monday – Albany
Massey University Recreation Centre
5:00 PM
Tuesday – Cornwall / One Tree Hill
Cornwall Cricket Club
5:00 PM
Wednesday – St Johns
71 Merton Road
5:00 PM
Wednesday – Waitākere
The Action Indoor Sports
4:00 PM
Thursday – Pakuranga
Action Indoor Sports
3:45 PM
Key Development Outcomes:
Athletes in the Development programme will improve:
Sprint mechanics and acceleration efficiency
Speed and first-step quickness
Agility and change-of-direction technique
Lower-body power and explosiveness
Movement efficiency across multiple sports
Confidence and discipline within a structured training environment
Program Structure:
8-week progressive training block
1 × 60-minute session per week
Small group coaching for individual feedback and technical correction
Structured session format including dynamic warm-up, sprint mechanics, agility drills, plyometrics, and competitive application
Age-appropriate athletic development training
The program emphasizes technical development and movement efficiency, ensuring athletes build high-quality movement patterns that support long-term athletic performance.
Performance Testing:
Performance testing is completed in Week 1 and Week 8 to measure athlete progress.
Testing includes:
20 m Sprint (with 10 m split times)
5-10-5 Agility Test
Standing Broad Jump
Countermovement Jump (CMJ)
Reactive Strength Index (RSI)
These assessments provide objective measures of speed, acceleration, agility, explosive power, and reactive strength, allowing families and athletes to track measurable improvements across the program.
Who This Program Is For:
Athletes aged 11–13
Intermediate sporting levels
Multi-sport athletes
Families seeking structured, evidence-based athletic development
What Athletes Need:
Appropriate training clothing and footwear
Water bottle
Hat if training outdoors
Payment Options:
Families can choose between a weekly payment plan or an upfront payment when registering.
Weekly Payment Plan:
The payment plan consists of 8 weekly payments of $40, totalling $320.
If a payment plan is selected, payments begin from the date of registration, not from the program start date. This means athletes who register early may complete all eight payments prior to the commencement of the programme.
Upfront Payment Option:
Families can also pay the full programme fee upfront and save $40, reducing the total cost to $280.
This option is ideal for those who prefer a single payment while taking advantage of the discounted rate.
Contact Information:
For program enquiries or registration support:
Email: info@uncapd.co.nz
Phone: 021 247 9773
Speed & Agility - UNCAPD Development (Ages 11-13) - Term 2, 2026
Each Athlete Development group runs once per week at the day, time, and location selected at the time of booking. Athletes attend the same session each week for the 8-week term.