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Youth Athlete Development Package Brisbane

Age-appropriate physical testing and a structured development program for young athletes aged 12–18 — building the aerobic base, movement quality, and strength foundations that support long-term athletic development and reduce injury risk.

From$419

Ages12–18

ReportIncluded

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Movement Score

16 / 21

LOWER BODY POWER

Top 30% for age

The Package

What is the Youth Athlete Development Package?

The Youth Athlete Development Package is designed specifically for young athletes aged 12 to 18 who are competing in sport and want structured, evidence-based support for their physical development. Unlike adult performance programs, this package is built around the principles of Long-Term Athlete Development — prioritising movement quality, aerobic base, and age-appropriate loading over premature specialisation or maximal strength training.

Testing is adapted for younger athletes: aerobic fitness is assessed using age-appropriate submaximal or maximal protocols depending on the athlete’s maturity, and movement and mobility screening identifies the specific patterns most relevant to their sport. The testing facilitates programming that is periodised around their school and sport calendar to optimise growth and maturation.

The Process

What’s involved

Athlete & Parent Intake

~20 min

A joint intake with the athlete and a parent or guardian covers training history, current sport commitments, school schedule, injury history, and development goals. This shapes the testing approach and program design.

Aerobic Fitness Testing

~25 min

Aerobic capacity is assessed using an age-appropriate protocol. Results are benchmarked against age and sport-specific norms to identify where the athlete sits relative to their peers and what aerobic development should be prioritised.

Movement& Mobility Screen

~40 min

Functional movement quality, joint range of motion, and any asymmetries are assessed. In young athletes, movement deficiencies are often the earliest indicator of future injury risk and respond well to targeted intervention.

Individualised Report

~10 min

A written development program is built around the athlete’s results, sport, school calendar, and available training time. The report covers all test findings with age-normed comparisons and a clear development pathway.

Ideal For

Who it’s for

✓ Young athletes aged 12–18 competing in any sport

✓ Junior footballers, runners, swimmers, and multisport athletes

✓ Athletes entering high-performance pathways or academies

✓ Young athletes with a history of growth-related injury

✓ Parents wanting evidence-based guidance for their child’s training

✓ Coaches seeking individual physical profiles for squad athletes

Our Approach

The technology

Age-Appropriate

Youth-Adapted Aerobic Testing + Functional Movement Screen

Testing protocols and program design follow Long-Term Athlete Development principles — an evidence-based framework for developing young athletes in a way that supports their physical maturation rather than overloading it. All assessments are age-normed, and loading progressions are calibrated to the athlete’s biological maturity, not just their chronological age.

LTAD

Long-Term Athlete Development principles underpin all youth programming at GymTherapy

Investment

Pricing

From

$419

✓ Athlete and parent intake session

✓ Age-appropriate aerobic fitness assessment

✓ Functional movement and mobility screening

✓ Age-normed benchmark comparisons

✓ Full results report + recommendations

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Common Questions

Youth Development Package FAQ

Is strength training safe for young athletes?

Age-appropriate resistance training is well-supported by research as safe and beneficial for young athletes when properly supervised and progressively loaded. This package does not involve maximal strength testing or heavy loading for younger athletes — the package focuses on movement quality and bodyweight-to-higher-load progressions appropriate to the athlete’s maturity.

Does a parent need to be present?

Yes — a parent or guardian is required for the initial intake session for all athletes under 18. They are welcome to remain present throughout testing. Written parental consent is obtained before the assessment commences.

What sports is this suitable for?

The package is designed to be sport-agnostic — the testing and program are adapted to whatever sport the athlete competes in. We have experience with football, AFL, soccer, swimming, athletics, netball, basketball, tennis, and multisport. If your child’s sport isn’t listed, contact us — we’ll let you know if it’s a fit.

How does the program fit around school and sport commitments?

The testing package can be completed at any time and is structured to provide a baseline for your child's current development and movement qualities.

Can this help with Osgood-Schlatter or other growth-related issues?

Although this testing can play a role in managing load and building capacity around growth-related conditions, if your athlete has an active condition like Osgood-Schlatter, Sever’s disease, or similar, we recommend discussing this with us before booking so we can advise on the most appropriate starting point — which may be physiotherapy first.

How much does the Youth Athlete Development Package cost in Brisbane?

The Youth Athlete Development Package at GymTherapy is $419. It provides a physio-led baseline of a young athlete's movement quality, strength and athletic development, with age-appropriate testing and a clear plan to guide safe long-term development. A parent or guardian attends the intake session.

Where can I do the Youth Athlete Development Package in Brisbane?

You can book the Youth Athlete Development Package at GymTherapy's three Brisbane clinics — West End (Studio 99, 387 Montague Road), Newstead (Club Bunker, 27b Doggett Street) and Woolloongabba / East Brisbane (993 Stanley Street East). Open Mon–Fri 6am–8pm and Sat 6am–1pm.

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