Speed. Strength. Success.
ABOUT DME FIT
DME Academy, Sarasota is introducing a new off-the-field performance training program for the athletes of our community. This performance training program will focus on functional training and include elements of speed, agility, balance, mobility, and core strengthening specifically for soccer players.
This program helps DME Sarasota athletes reach new levels of success and further separate themselves from the local soccer club environment.
Session Breakdown
Each session is broken down by age category and limited to 20 training spots per session.
The program is set to run August - April of 2024/25 and is delivered in a team training environment focused on strength, speed, agility, quickness, balance and core work.
Benefits of Performance Training For Athletes
Improve Your Recovery Times
Increased Cognitive Function
Increased Results in Minimal Time
Improve Your Coordination and Balance
Meet our Performance Team
Austin Ard
Austin is a highly skilled and dedicated strength and conditioning coach with a diverse background in athletic performance and kinesiology. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Science from Southeastern University, where he also gained invaluable experience as a three-year intern in their strength and conditioning department.
Austin's passion for optimizing athlete performance led him to serve as a Graduate Assistant Athletic Performance Coach at William Penn University. There, he worked with a variety of teams, including women’s basketball, women’s volleyball, women’s lacrosse, men’s wrestling, and men’s soccer, providing tailored strength and conditioning programs to improve performance, prevent injuries, and enhance overall athletic development.
Currently, Austin is a Strength Coach at New College of Florida, where he works with both indoor and beach volleyball teams, as well as women’s lacrosse. His expertise is complemented by his CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) certification and CPR/AED credentials, demonstrating his commitment to delivering the highest standard of coaching.
Austin Ard brings a blend of practical experience, technical knowledge, and an unwavering dedication to athlete success—making him a valuable asset to any program or team.
Jayden Carter
Jayden is a highly driven and experienced strength and conditioning coach with a solid foundation in exercise science and a proven track record of enhancing athletic performance. Hailing from Indianapolis, Indiana, Jayden began his coaching journey in Orlando, providing one-on-one personal training during college. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science from the University of Central Florida (UCF), where he laid the groundwork for his passion in optimizing athletic performance.
Following his time at UCF, Jayden interned with the prestigious Olympic Strength and Conditioning program at Indiana University. During his internship, he worked closely with a diverse range of sports, including basketball, wrestling, soccer, and track, gaining hands-on experience in developing training programs and supporting athletes at the highest level.
Now, Jayden serves as a Strength and Conditioning Coach at New College of Florida, where he is directly responsible for designing and implementing strength protocols for Baseball Pitchers, Men’s and Women’s Soccer, and Golf. In addition to his primary responsibilities, he also plays a key role in assisting with the strength and conditioning needs of all other sports at the college.
Jayden holds several certifications that complement his expertise, including:
- ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
- ISSA Nutritionist
- Stretch Zone Stretch Practitioner Certified
- B.S. in Kinesiology: Exercise Science and Physiology
With a combination of academic knowledge, diverse experience, and hands-on expertise, Jayden brings a comprehensive and athlete-focused approach to every training session. His commitment to fostering performance improvement and injury prevention makes him an invaluable asset to any team or athletic program.
