LTAD NETWORK
Elevating youth athletic development worldwide
Built on over 15 years of hands-on experience and a decade of collaboration with world-class practitioners, the LTAD Network provides the knowledge, tools, and support to help coaches and organisations develop more confident and capable athletes.
Built on over 15 years of hands-on experience and a decade of collaboration with world-class practitioners, the LTAD Network provides the knowledge, tools, and support to help coaches and organisations develop more confident and capable athletes.
Our Vision & Mission
Vision
To be the go-to global platform for youth athletic development—combining cutting-edge science, expert-led education, and accessible digital resources that empower coaches and teachers at every stage of their careers.
Mission
To lead global youth athletic development by providing coaches and organisations with evidence-based, high-impact education and tools—raising the standard of training, coaching, care, and performance for young athletes around the world.
Membership Overview
What's included in your membership
Youth Athlete Development System
A proven 3-phase system to guide long-term physical development—complete with real-world tools, videos, and delivery guidance
Monthly
Live Webinars + Q&A
Join expert practitioners every month for live events, with full access to recordings afterward
Premium Video
Access
Stay current with the latest recordings from recent live webinars and conferences
Full Video Library
(200+ Hours)
Access 200+ hours of webinars, workshops, and talks from global leaders in youth and elite sport development
LTAD Toolkit
Web-based tools (like our Maturity Calculator) to help you track and support youth athlete development
Community & Member Forum
Ask questions, swap ideas, and connect with a global network of like-minded coaches
Our CORE Team
Who’s behind the LTAD Network?
The LTAD Network is led by a team of coaches, educators, researchers and sport scientists with decades of experience developing youth athletes in real-world settings.
Founders
James Baker
James is a strength and conditioning coach, qualified PE teacher, and applied researcher with over 15 years of experience supporting youth athletes. He has worked across schools, academies, and national talent pathways.
Dr. Mike Young
Mike is a sport scientist and performance coach with more than two decades of experience working across Olympic, collegiate, and professional sport. He brings a deep understanding of applied athletic development principles and has contributed to coach education globally.
Ben Thompson
Ben supports the LTAD Network as a strategist and digital architect, combining marketing savvy, business development insight, and technical leadership. With a strong track record in platform creation and growth, he ensures your experience is both seamless and impactful.
Advisory Board
Dr Joe Eisenmann
Joe is a researcher, coach, and educator with 25+ years of experience in youth athletic development. He’s widely recognized for his expertise in growth, maturation, and talent identification—supporting sport organizations, schools, academies and governing bodies around the world.
Ranell Hobson
Ranell is a specialist in speed and power development with over 25 years of experience. She is currently the Head of S&C at The Hills Sports High School, NSW—and was named ASCA Performance Development Coach of the Year in 2019.
Simon Brundish
Simon is a sport scientist specialising in youth athlete development and performance. He leads the StrengthLab Superheroes program and was named UKSCA Youth S&C Coach of the Year in 2023 for his innovative work in youth sport.
Tulshi Varsani
Tulshi is a performance coach and strategist, formerly the first Performance Manager for Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One. She brings expertise from working with young motorsport drivers, tailoring training to growth patterns to boost performance and protect long-term wellbeing.
Howard Green
Howard is an S&C coach with extensive experience in developing elite junior and professional tennis players. As Head of Performance at Bolton Arena and founder of SuperMovers, he specialises in improving movement quality, physical preparation, and coach education.
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Join the LTAD Network
Monthly
£24.99/month
7-day Free Trial
Cancel any time, no long-term commitment.
Cancel any time, no long-term commitment.
Includes access to:
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YAD SYSTEM
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PREMIUM VIDEO LIBRARY
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LTAD TOOLKIT
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200+ HOURS VIDEO LIBRARY
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MONTHLY LIVE WEBINAR + Q&A
Annual
£249.99/year
7-day Free Trial
Get 2 months free — commit to your development.
Get 2 months free — commit to your development.
Includes
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EVERYTHING IN THE MONTHLY PLAN
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SAVE 20% WITH ANNUAL PAYMENT
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