PERFORMANCE ACADEMY

Build Power. Move Faster. Play Stronger.

We’re excited to announce that Andre Mattson Carrera, current Director of Sports Performance for USC Men’s Basketball and former Performance Coach with the Golden State Warriors, Charlotte Hornets and New York Knicks, will be designing all of our Performance Academy workouts.

 

Although he won’t be on-site in person, Andre will be personally creating the training plans our athletes follow. On top of that, he has agreed to host occasional Zoom conference calls with all the athletes in the Performance Academy. During these calls, they will learn about optimal health, injury prevention, strength, speed, and performance and will have the opportunity to ask Andre questions about his journey, his experience training pros, and what it takes to become the best athlete you can be.

 

This means The Performance Academy athletes will be training with the same proven performance techniques used at the NCAA Division 1 and NBA levels — right here at The Hardwood University. Every session in our Performance Academy is crafted to help athletes grow stronger, move smarter, and compete with confidence.

At The Hardwood University, we know that basketball performance is more than just skill. To compete at the highest levels, athletes need strength, speed, agility, and the ability to move with efficiency and control. That is why we created The Performance Academy, a training program designed specifically for advanced athletes ready to unlock their full athletic potential.

This academy helps players sharpen the physical qualities that make the difference on the court:

Speed – explosive first steps, quick transitions, and breakaway acceleration

Agility – sharp cuts, balance, and multi directional movement under control

Strength – building the power foundation needed for rebounding, defense, and finishing strong

Conditioning – stamina and endurance to maintain high level performance through every quarter

Body Mechanics – understanding how to move properly to maximize efficiency and reduce injury risk

Program Levels, Times & Location:

SESSION LENGTH:

(11) Weeks | (1) Class Per Week

(+) Live Zoom Calls with Andre Carrera

Level III: Future 5 - Sundays from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM

Make the Game Yours

For intermediate athletes ready to take their athleticism to the next level. Training develops speed, agility, strength, conditioning, and body mechanics to build confidence and endurance. Recommended for 7th to 9th grade athletes.

Level IV: Premier - Sundays from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM

Play Fast. Think Faster.

For advanced athletes preparing for high-level competition. Sessions push players to perform at peak intensity through advanced strength training, explosive movement work, conditioning, and mechanics that translate into faster, stronger, more durable performance. Recommended for 10th to 12th grade athletes.

LOCATION:

Holy Cross | 170 High St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

STARTING SOON

FALL SESSION

SEPT. 21 - DEC. 10

REGISTER BELOW

With expert coaching, detailed feedback, and a competitive training environment, The Performance Academy prepares athletes to dominate in every physical aspect of the game.

Enrollment is limited. Secure your spot and take your performance to the next level.

COST:

(11 Weeks) $385

Level III and Level IV athletes are invited to join.