What ages does Mighty Oak Athletic train?

We train kids and student athletes ages 6 through 18. Every program is led by a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and built for developing bodies.

Do you train kids who don't play an organized sport?

Yes. About half the kids who train at MOA don't play on a team. They come because they want a place to move, get strong, make friends, and put the phone down. Every kid is welcome, sport or no sport.

What equipment do you use?

Real barbells, real kettlebells, and real bodyweight movements. Every session includes all three. No machines pretending to be strength training, no apps coaching from a phone.

How does the Level Up shirt system work?

Every kid starts at Level 1 and earns their way through nine color-coded levels, white through black. It's not a belt system and it's not a participation ribbon. Kids earn their next shirt by hitting real strength and skill standards.

What makes MOA different from a chain gym or CrossFit box?

MOA is a youth-only strength and agility gym in Westmont, IL. Founder Mike Ockrim is a CSCS and published author with 13+ years of coaching. Phones stay in the cubby. Coaches are real humans. Kids train alongside other kids, not adults, and not an app.

Is strength training safe for kids?

When coached properly, youth strength training is one of the safest and most beneficial forms of physical activity available to kids. The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and American Academy of Pediatrics both support supervised strength training for kids. Every session at MOA is CSCS-coached.

Can I train alongside my child?

Family tiers are available for 2, 3, or 4 family members. Parents and kids train on the same floor in the same session.

Do you train whole teams?

Yes. We run team strength and agility programs for local schools and travel teams across DuPage County — in-season and off-season, 1x or 2x per week, 6 or 12 weeks. Teams can train at MOA or we can travel to your field or facility. Schools and teams can reach out for a custom quote.