Young Athlete
Strength and conditioning for ambitious young athletes across Greater Manchester.
Stronger, more confident, ready for their sport.
Supporting recreational, competitive and elite young athletes in Greater Manchester.
Usually ages 11–19. Safe ability to follow instructions matters more than age alone.
Classes for recreational athletes. Individualised Performance Academy programmes for competitive and elite young athletes.
Friday at Mo Power, Bolton.
Sunday in Trafford. Parents welcome.
Meet your coach
Martin Gallyer BSc, MSc, PGCE, ASCC
Martin combines international performance experience with the patience and clarity of a qualified teacher. His work with Cricket Ireland and Cricket West Indies informs a straightforward priority: help each young athlete develop well, without rushing the process.
Parents are welcome to watch, ask questions and learn what good technique looks like.
Talk to Martin about your childYoung Athlete Academy began with six athletes in a school gym, supported by Bury Council funding. By 2016, the programme was working with more than 120 athletes each week.
Coach Nick led the Academy while Martin worked with Cricket West Indies in the Caribbean. Today, YAA brings that international experience to young athletes across Greater Manchester, combining high coaching standards with a focus on each athlete's long-term development.
England Under-19 European champion.
Netball Europe Under-21 winner with England.
Selected for British Fencing’s Talent Programme.
YAA supported part of these athletes’ development, alongside their families, clubs and coaches. These are individual journeys, not promised outcomes.
Three ways to train
From recreational participation to competitive and elite sport, choose the support that matches your athlete’s goals.
For recreational young athletes
Coached group training for young athletes in recreational sport, developing strength, movement skills and physical confidence.
£50/ month
One class per week
Classes Unlimited: £70/month
Try a class for freeFor competitive and elite young athletes
Individualised strength and conditioning for the demands of competitive and elite sport, with closer coaching and tracked progression.
£80/ month
One session per week
Academy Plus: £115/month
Two sessions per week
Dedicated individual attention
Private coaching and a programme built around your athlete’s goals, experience and development.
£250/ month
One session per week
Two sessions per week: £400/month
Discuss 1-on-1 coachingNot sure which is right? Start with a conversation.
Compare all coaching optionsA considered approach
The aim is not simply to make your child tired. It is to build the skills and physical qualities their sport demands.
Learn good positions, coordination and control. Build a foundation they can trust.
Build the skills and physical qualities to train well and handle greater demands, with progression matched to their ability and stage of development.
Put these physical qualities to work in their sport, with preparation shaped around the demands of training and competition.
These qualities develop together. The emphasis changes with the athlete’s needs, not simply their age.
A growth spurt can make familiar movements feel different. Monitoring growth helps Martin consider when exercises, loading or expectations may need adjusting.
Peak Height Velocity (PHV) means the point when a child is growing fastest. It is one part of the picture, alongside movement, training experience and how they feel.
Our commitments
Progress matters. So does the way we get there.
Read our safety FAQsGood movement and control guide progression. No shortcuts or rushed targets.
Expectations reflect the athlete’s experience, development and readiness.
Watch, ask questions and stay involved in your child’s progress.
Coaching supports development. It does not replace medical care or promise an injury-free season.
Yes, when it is properly coached, supervised and progressed. Training should match the athlete’s ability, maturity and experience, with technique taking priority over weight.
Read the research-informed guidanceNo. YAA is for young athletes already involved in sport, but they may be new to strength and conditioning. Coaching starts at the right technical level and progresses around their sporting goals and readiness.
Yes. Parents are welcome to watch, ask questions and learn what good training looks like. It also gives us a chance to talk about progress.
Martin will discuss your child’s goals and suggest a suitable option. For Classes and Performance Academy, you can arrange a free taster before deciding whether to continue. For 1-on-1, agree the coaching package and availability with Martin first.
Start a conversation
Tell Martin a little about your young athlete.
He will get back to you to discuss their needs, answer your questions and arrange a suitable next step.
Free tasters are available for Classes and Performance Academy. Enquire about availability for 1-on-1 coaching.
Please contact Martin before attending to confirm the right session.