WOODALL TRAINING CLINIC PHILOSOPHY
 As a small town girl from rural Wisconsin, I was very fortunate to have had a few great coaches who taught me not only how to swim well, but gave me great reasons to keep swimming—they kept it interesting and challenging at the same time. Hard work fueled by constant encouragement, motivation, and reinforcement of the positive goes a long way in athletics and in life. My motto in swimming, coaching, and now teaching is: When you swim fast, you have fun. When you have fun, you swim fast! My goal in clinic instruction is to teach the athletes new techniques while maintaining an open teaching atmosphere. I encourage the coaching staffs and athletes to ask questions and participate in the group discussions. I’ve competed with and coached some of the best athletes in the country and the world, and I enjoy sharing my experiences and knowledge with anyone willing to work hard and learn!
All of the clinics below can be customized and combined to address the specific needs of your club. Please contact Kari for pricing options on custom clinic packages.
“WORK OUT WITH THE PROS” CLINIC
WHY you should HOST A WORK OUT WITH THE PROS CLINIC AT YOUR CLUB…
- TWO DAY format allows for COMPREHENSIVE teaching of swimming and dryland!
- UNIQUE National Team Swimmer/NCAA Coach perspective
- TEAMBUILDING Exercises and MOTIVATIONAL Messages
- OPPORTUNITY to learn in-depth NCAA recruiting tips
- NEW CUTTING-EDGE dryland training techniques that professional athletes use
- Take advantage of LOCAL talent which INSPIRES your athletes
- BOOST your visibility in the Swimming Community
- PICTURES posted on www.WoodallTraining.com immediately after clinic
WORK OUT WITH THE PROS CLINIC
Day 1: POOL SESSION
[Approx. 4 hours]
- Long Axis Strokes: Free/Back, Short Axis Strokes: Fly/Breast
- Body position, stroke-specific sculls/kicks/drills
- In-water demonstrations of all technique
- Review of athletes’ stroke technique
- Swim a favorite Training set with Kari
- Discussions, Question/Answer Sessions
Day 2: DRYLAND SESSION
[Approx. 2-3 hours]
- Discuss Key Components in Dryland Training
- In depth demonstration of TRX Suspension Trainer
- Discuss Age-Appropriate Exercise Progressions throughout season
- Review typical Circuit Training for Elite Athletes
- Demonstration/Explanation of all Technique
- Run through sample Circuit Training Session for athletes/coaching staff
*Work Out With The Pros Clinic includes Interactive Discussions on two of the following Topics:
- Teamwork
- State/National/International Competitions
- Expectations and Preparations for NCAA Recruiting
- Division I vs. Division III Swimming—which level is the right choice for you?
- Essential Elements of an Elite Athlete
“HEAT” DRYLAND CLINIC
 [High Energy Athletic Training]
Add to your current repertoire of exercises and move ahead of your competition by using innovative training techniques and the absolute best equipment on the market. As a unique option for your club or small group, a 3 hour “High Energy Athletic Training” Dryland Clinic is offered to expand your existing knowledge of endurance, strength, power, and athleticism.
BENEFITS OF HOSTING A HEAT CLINIC…
- NEW CUTTING-EDGE dryland training techniques that professional athletes use
- Learn how to use your OWN BODY WEIGHT as a safe training tool in circuits
- HANDS-ON experience with the TRX, BOSU, and Stability Ball
- TEAM WORKOUT provides new exercises to begin using immediately after clinic
- Follow-up SAMPLE CIRCUIT emailed to each group
- Team-Specific ONLINE TRAINING PROGRAMS available after clinic
HEAT CLINIC
[Approx. 3 hours]
- Discuss Key Components in Dryland Training
- In depth demonstration of TRX Suspension Trainer
- Discuss Age-Appropriate Exercise Progressions throughout season
- Review typical Circuit Training for Elite Athletes
- Demonstration/Explanation of all Technique
- Run through sample Circuit Training Session for athletes/coaching staff
- Question/Answer Session and/or Teambuilding Discussion
*Clinic format and duration can be modified based on coach/athlete needs.
“STROKE” CLINIC
This clinic is a great way to reintroduce the basics and refine stroke technique. Verbal breakdowns immediately followed by visual demonstrations of each stroke are covered throughout. For the younger crowd, a complete scull and drill progression is demonstrated to expand their understanding of each stroke. For the older athletes, the same progressions are adapted to include functional explanations of body position in relation to core integration. The swimmers leave with a greater understanding of why the strokes work and more importantly, how they should look and feel!
STROKE CLINIC
[Approx. 3.5 hours]
- Long Axis Strokes: Free/Back
- Short Axis Strokes: Fly/Breast
- Body position, stroke-specific sculls/kicks/drills
- In-water demonstrations of all technique
- Review of athletes’ stroke technique
- Swim a favorite Training set with Kari
- *Discussions, Question/Answer Sessions
*Stroke Clinics include an Interactive Discussion on two of the following Topics:
Teamwork
- State/National/International Competitions
- Expectations and Preparations for NCAA Recruiting
- College Swimming—which division is the right choice for you?
- Essential Elements of an Elite Athlete
*Clinic format and duration can be modified based on coach/athlete needs.
“DETAILS” CLINIC
Refine, refine, refine!!! The Details Clinic covers the technical breakdown of starts, turns, and breakouts, and how to incorporate these best in race situations. Every athlete needs constant reinforcement, and visual demonstrations undoubtedly work best. They’ll learn how minor adjustments can make a major impact. There is never a bad time to work the details and gain the mental and physical edge over the competition!
[Approx. 2.5 hours]
- Race Strategy Discussion
- Stroke-specific starts/turns/breakouts
- In-water demonstrations of all techniques
- Review of athletes’ techniques
- Question/Answer Session
*Clinic format and duration can be modified based on coach/athlete needs. |
