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Youth Strength & Agility Training in Westmont, IL
DUPAGE COUNTY’S YOUTH STRENGTH & CONDITIONING SPECIALISTS
Since 2013, Mighty Oak Athletic has trained thousands of student athletes ages 6 through 18.
Coach Mike Ockrim holds the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) credential — the gold standard for strength coaches.
Published author of three books on strength, nutrition, and longevity.
WE DON’T WORK OUT. WE TRAIN.
Working out is aimless.
Training is a calculated approach with clear progression, honest measurement, and real results.
Every athlete trains the four foundational movement patterns:
Squat · Hinge · Press · Pull
The lifts that have built strong humans for a hundred years. No gimmicks. No fluff.
Every athlete progresses through our nine-level system.
When they hit the standard, they promote. When they don’t, they keep working.
OUR PROGRAMS
Youth Strength & Agility Training — Year-round flagship program, ages 6–18. Unlimited sessions, one flat monthly price.
Team Strength & Agility Training — Custom training for schools, travel clubs, and youth sports programs.
PROUDLY SERVING THE WESTERN CHICAGO SUBURBS
Westmont · Hinsdale · Clarendon Hills · Downers Grove · Darien · Burr Ridge · Oak Brook · Willowbrook · Lisle · Woodridge · La Grange · Western Springs
If you’re within 20 minutes of Westmont, we’re your gym.
6424 S. Cass Avenue, Westmont, IL 60559 · 630-464-9498
Common Questions From DuPage Parents
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Yes, when it's coached properly. Decades of research from the NSCA and pediatric experts show supervised strength training is one of the safest activities for kids, and it helps reduce their injury risk in sports. Our youth strength training safety page breaks down exactly what the research says.
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It's Coach Mike's framework for lifelong health, built on three circles: Recovery, Movement, and Nutrition. Every MOA athlete builds habits that keep them strong for decades, not just one season. The full framework is on our Death Resistant page.
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Yes. We coach high schoolers, ROTC cadets, and academy applicants for the USMC PFT, the Army Fitness Test, ROTC assessments, and the Service Academy CFA, all with real barbell, kettlebell, and bodyweight training. The full breakdown is on our military prep page.
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Coach Mike speaks to parents, coaches, athletic directors, and community groups about raising strong, resilient kids. Talks run 30 to 60 minutes and are tailored to your audience. Details are on our speaking page.
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Yes. Coach Mike is a published author and a regular podcast guest on youth strength, nutrition, and family wellness. Booking details and topics are on his media kit.
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