The Athlete Institute is a programme offered outside the day-to-day operation of The York School. The Institute was conceived by Rick DeMarinis, The York School’s Director of Athletics, to support athletic development within our community and other affiliate schools. It operates in early evenings and weekends at The York School. These 8-9 week programmes are run by professional coaches and will develop an athlete’s skills, abilities and character. Programmes are age-appropriate and available for athletes in Grades 3–12. The concentrated player-to-coach ratio allows our high-performance facilitators to help each participant improve their play. Compensation is provided to our coaches for their dedication to our programme.
SPORTSMANSHIP . INTEGRITY . LEADERSHIP VISION
MISSION
ATHLETES
COACHES
The York School Athlete Institute develops the next generation of leaders in multiple disciplines, who exemplify excellence both in and outside the arena of sport.
Our mission is to develop athletes in a supportive training environment through goal-setting and excellent coaching.
Our focus is on supporting and empowering athletes to reach their full potential in sport which will translate to tools that support them in all aspects of their lives.
We have carefully selected professional coaches who can provide exceptional training to athletes in our programmes.
Fitness Training - BE EXPLOSIVE!
All training sessions are designed to improve anaerobic conditioning and increase cardiovascular fitness.
Agility
Superior agility gives you a step up in all competition. Athletes will get to the ball faster, stop faster and accelerate rapidly.
Speed - 360ยบ
Our training protocols maximize speed potential. Athletes may start their sprint from a standstill, get off the ground to a full sprint, run backwards then turn and sprint.
Power
Having a strong core is vital to reduce injury and enhance performance. Every athletic movement relies on power from within the core.
PROGRAMMES: Monday: Soccer Tuesday: Volleyball Wednesday: Athlete Development Training Thursday: Basketball Friday: Basketball (Grades 10-Alumni) Saturday AM: Volleyball Sunday AM: Basketball
Skill Builder Grades 3-5
Skill Builder is for players who are building the Fundamentals related to Soccer Canada’s Long Term Athlete Development. Ball skills and confidence building are the focus of the program, with each player getting thousands of touches on the ball per session. Players are expected to be committed and exhibit a strong work ethic that allows everyone in the group to progress and reach their full potential.
MONDAY 6:00 PM–7:15 PM Turf and Gymnasium 1320 Yonge Street $185 8 weeks Sept/ 22,29 – Oct/ 6,20 – Nov/ 10,24 – Dec/ 1,8
Training Stages
Stage 1- Grades 6-8 / Stage 2- Grades 9-12
Designed for players who have a good level of fundamental skills and who would like to pursue soccer as one of their main sports. The application of soccer skills in game situations at this stage of development is critical. Players learn to understand tactical situations and the principles of play from small-sided games which force them into repetitive decision making situations. Learning in an enjoyable yet challenging environment develops leadership, self-confidence and problem solving along with essential soccer skills and decision making. Players are asked questions throughout sessions, engaging them in their own education.
MONDAY 6:00 PM–7:15 PM 1320 Yonge Street Turf and Gymnasium $185 8 weeks Sept/ 22,29 – Oct/ 6,20 – Nov/ 10,24 – Dec/ 1,8
The Development League Grades 3-5
Throughout the course of the volleyball league, the fundamentals of serving and passing will be emphasized and basic indoor volleyball tactics will be introduced to the players. There will be sessions focused on the ready position, forearm pass, the volley, serving underhand and overhand, defence and basic attack. The goal of High Performance Volleyball is that after playing in the Development League, our athletes will enjoy the sport of volleyball and become more committed to being active for the rest of their lives.
TUESDAY 6:00–7:15 PM 1639 Yonge Street Gymnasium $200 9 weeks Sept/ 23,30 – Oct/ 7,14,21 – Nov/ 11,25 – Dec/ 2,9
High Performance Academy
Learn to train Grades 6-8/ Train to Compete 9-12
Using high volume, high repetition customized drills and individual feedback, these sessions will help players improve their skill execution and consistency. A concentrated player-to-coach ratio allows coaches to provide instruction and correction to help each participant improve their level of play.
TUESDAY 6:00–7:15 PM 1320 Yonge Street Gymnasium $200 9 weeks Sept/ 23,30 – Oct/ 7,14,21 – Nov/ 11,25 – Dec/ 2,9
Complete Athlete Development Grades 9-12
This advanced development opportunity is designed to assist athetes in developing to their full potential and guiding them toward reaching sport specific goals. This unique and comprehensive program promotes a focus on the whole athlete, while providing coaching, guidance, experience and focus in all vital aspects of athletic, sport specific, mental and physical development.
WEDNESDAY 6:00–7:30 PM 1320 Yonge Street Multi-Purpose Room,Turf, Fitness Centre $200 9 weeks Sept/ 24 – Oct/ 1,15,22 – Nov/ 12,26 – Dec/ 3,10
Fundemental Player Development Grade 3-5
Our FUNdamentals sessions focus on maximizing quality contact with the ball while fostering a love for the sport, teamwork and dedication. Each session is balanced and is a great opportunity for to develop team spirit, friendship and to develop further appreciation and passion for the game of basketball.
THURSDAY 6:00–7:15 PM 1639 Yonge Street Gymnasium $200 9 weeks Sept/ 25 – Oct/ 2,16,23 – Nov/ 13,27 – Dec/ 4,11
High Performance Academy
Learn to train Grades 6-8/ Train to Compete 9-12
Combining Canada Basketball’s Long Term Athlete Development model and a passion for developing young players, we have will redefine the high performance experience of basketball. Our athletes will work with driven coaches whose tactics reflect the most current and researchsupported skill development practices.
THURSDAY 6:00–7:15 PM 1320 Yonge Street Gymnasium $200 9 weeks Sept/ 25 – Oct/ 2,16,23 – Nov/ 13,27 – Dec/ 4,11
The D-League
Grades 10-Alumni
Alumni, current high school athletes and staff hit the court to enjoy some 4 on 4 and enjoy the York School Community. This is a LEGIT league; come out after a tough week of school or work and ‘ball out’. Rosters, refs, this is the real deal! Sign-up ends Sept.10th, 2014
FRIDAY 4:15 PM–6:00 PM 1320 Yonge Street Turf and Gymnasium FREE 9 weeks Sept/ 26 – Oct/ 3,17,24 – Nov/ 14,28 – Dec/ 5,12
The Development League Grades 3-5
Throughout the course of the volleyball league, the fundamentals of serving, and passing will be emphasized and basic indoor volleyball tactics will be introduced to the players. There will be sessions focused on the ready position, forearm pass, the volley, serving underhand and overhand, defence and basic attack. After playing in Development League, our athletes will enjoy the sport of volleyball, and be equiped to maintain a healthy, active lifestyle for the rest of their lives.
SATURDAY 9–10 AM 1320 Yonge Street Turf and Gymnasium $200
9 weeks Sept/ 27 – Oct/ 4, 18, 25 – Nov/ 1, 8 , 15, 29 – Dec/ 6
High Performance Academy
Learn to train Grades 6-8/ Train to Compete 9-12
Using high volume, high repetition customized drills and individual feedback, these sessions will help players improve their skill execution and consistency. A concentrated player-to-coach ratio allows coaches to provide instruction and correction to help each participant significantly improve their level of play.
SATURDAY 10:00 AM–11:15 AM (GR6-8), 11:15 AM–12:30 PM (GR9-12) 1320 Yonge Street Gymnasium $200
9 weeks Sept/ 27 – Oct/ 4, 18, 25 – Nov/ 1, 8 , 15, 29 – Dec/ 6
Fundemental Player Development Grade 3-5
Our FUNdamentals sessions focus on maximizing quality contact with the ball while fostering a love for the sport, teamwork and dedication. Each session is balanced and is a great opportunity for to develop team spirit, friendship and to develop further appreciation and passion for the game of basketball.
SUNDAY 9:00 AM–10:00 AM 1320 Yonge Street Gymnasium $200 9 weeks Sept/ 28 – Oct/ 5,19,26 – Nov/ 2, 9, 16, 30 – Dec/ 7
High Performance Academy
Learn to train Grades 6-8/ Train to Compete 9-12
Combining Canada Basketball’s Long Term Athlete Development model and a passion for developing young players, we will redefine the high performance basketball experience. Our athletes will work with driven coaches whose tactics reflect the most current and research-supported skill development practices.
SUNDAY 10:00 AM–11:15 AM/11:15 AM–12:30 PM 1639 Yonge Street Turf and Gymnasium $200 9 weeks Sept/ 25 – Oct/ 2,16,23 – Nov/ 13,27 – Dec/ 4,11
Rick DeMarinis
LEADERSHIP & COACHES
Institute Director
Rick’s passion for athlete development has come from his experiences as an athlete. He lives and breathes the power of sport, and launched The York School Athlete Institute to inspire and train athletes to be their best.
Kristine Drakich
Roy Rana
Kristine is beginning her 26th year as Head Coach of the Women’s Varsity Volleyball Team at the University of Toronto. She has been recognized as Ontario University Coach of the Year eight times and has led the team to 24 Ontario final four appearances including winning seven conference titles. Kristine has also been named Ontario Volleyball Association’s Coach of the Year and Canadian High Performance Coach of the Year. Kristine was also a member of Canada’s national volleyball and beach volleyball teams. She has volunteered at almost every level of the sport, internationally and nationally and is currently the Chair of the Volleyball Sport Organizing Committee for the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games.
Roy Rana became the 11th Head Coach in Ryerson Men’s Basketball history when he was hired on August 14, 2009.Over the first four years as Head Coach, Rana has increased Ryerson’s win total each year. Rana joined Ryerson after nine years at Eastern Commerce Collegiate Institute in Toronto, where he led the Saints to four OFSAA provincial championships. He also has extensive experience coaching with Canada Basketball. In June of 2012, Rana added his fourth bronze medal in as many international head coaching appearances by leading the Canadian Junior Men’s National Team to third place at the FIBA Americas U18 Championships for Men. Rana then guided Team Canada to a silver medal at the 2012 Nike Global Challenge.
Marko Milanovic
Andrew Peters
Volleyball Technical Director
Soccer Technical Director Marko holds his UEFA B License, NCCP Certifications and was the Age Group Head Coach for in 1998, 2003 and 2002 at North Toronto SC. He is the Co-Creator of “Inside Your Game”, a mental mindset workshop. Marko played in the Canadian Professional Soccer League and for the Metro Lions, Canadian Lions and Serbian White Eagles.
Basketball Technical Director
Athletic Coniditioning and Development Director Andrew is an educator and fouder of the organization called ‘Rising Stars’. Andrew played at McMaster University on the basketball court, but his greatest impact lies in his ability to inspire athletes to become leaders.