GET STRONGER. GET FASTER. MOVE BETTER.
workWithWally
-Samantha Kempel
"Walter has done great with our boys. We appreciate that he not only focuses on strength but also highlights flexibility, injury prevention and proper lifting techniques. We have received compliments from their coaches and teachers on them using the correct lifting and stretching techniques. Highly recommend!"
-Abigail Bland
"Best decision we ever made for our son. Walter is wonderful, and has truly made a difference in Jacks life. He has privately worked with my son on his mobility and flexibility issues. The results are noticeable and absolutely wonderful."
-Casey Flikkema
"My boys love going to workout with Wally. The atmosphere is positive, energetic and encouraging. They have learned a lot about strength and conditioning, not just for sports but for a lifetime. I would definitely recommend this to all."
-Devin Martens
"My kids have started working with wally. They always come back with a great attitude and saying how hard/good the workouts are! Great to see how Walter focuses on a complete and healthy mind/body."
REAL ATHLETES. REAL RESULTS.
WHAT WE DO AT WORK WITH WALLY
GET STRONGER
Strength isn’t built overnight. Through consistent training and proper movement, young athletes develop the power and control needed to get stronger with purpose.
GET FASTER
Speed takes time to develop. Through repetition and effort, young athletes build the mechanics and confidence needed to get faster.
MOVE BETTER
Better movement comes with practice. Developing control, balance, and coordination helps young athletes move efficiently and stay injury-free.
LONG TERM ATHLETIC DEVELOPMENT
LONG-TERM ATHLETIC DEVELOPMENT
AT WORK WITH WALLY, WE ARE COMMITTED TO THE LONG-TERM DEVELOPMENT OF YOUR CHILD.
REGARDLESS OF WHAT THEY EXCEL AT NOW OR WHAT THEY MAY WANT TO SPECIALIZE IN LATER, OUR TRAINING FOCUSES ON BUILDING A BROAD ATHLETIC FOUNDATION THAT LEADS TO BETTER PERFORMANCE TODAY AND GREATER SUCCESS IN THE FUTURE.
A STRONG FOUNDATION COMES FIRST
WE START BY DEVELOPING FUNDAMENTAL MOVEMENT SKILLS THROUGH CAREFULLY SELECTED EXERCISES. THIS PHASE IS CRUCIAL, ESPECIALLY FOR BEGINNERS, AS IT HELPS THEM GAIN EXPERIENCE, BUILD STRENGTH, AND DEVELOP CONFIDENCE IN THEIR ABILITIES.
PROGRESSING TO SPEED & PERFORMANCE
ONCE A STRONG FOUNDATION IS IN PLACE, WE SHIFT THE FOCUS TO SPEED AND EXPLOSIVENESS, HELPING ATHLETES APPLY THEIR NEWFOUND STRENGTH MORE EFFECTIVELY.
TRAINING FOR ANY SPORT – OR LIFE
THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE PROCESS, YOUR CHILD WILL LEARN TO MOVE LIKE A WELL-ROUNDED ATHLETE, ENHANCING THEIR ABILITY TO PERFORM IN ANY SPORT THEY CHOOSE. EVEN IF SPORTS AREN'T THEIR MAIN FOCUS, LEARNING PROPER MOVEMENT MECHANICS AT A YOUNG AGE WILL BENEFIT THEM FOR A LIFETIME.
GET STRONGER. GET FASTER. MOVE BETTER.
AT WORK WITH WALLY, WE DON’T JUST TRAIN FOR TODAY—WE BUILD ATHLETICISM FOR THE FUTURE.
THE BEST INVESTMENT YOU CAN MAKE IN YOUR CHILD’S FUTURE.
2-3 HOURS A WEEK CAN CHANGE EVERYTHING.
Take the first step in your child’s long-term athletic development. Fill out the form below, and let’s get to work!
MEET WALLY
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MEET WALLY
"You're just naturally athletic."
THAT COULDN’T BE FURTHER FROM THE TRUTH.
MY JOURNEY
- 6TH GRADE – Cut from the basketball team. No other sports played.
- 7TH GRADE – Played defense in football, cut from basketball, finished last in every track race.
- 8TH GRADE – Played defense in football, cut from basketball, too discouraged to try track again.
- 9TH GRADE – Played defense in football, finally made the basketball B team, cut from baseball.
- 10TH GRADE – Played both sides of the ball in football, started every basketball game, made the baseball team.
- 11TH GRADE (Transferred) – Played both sides of the ball in football, came off the bench & was co-defensive player of the year in basketball, played baseball.
- 12TH GRADE – Conference MVP & State Champion in football, co-defensive player of the year in basketball, played baseball & ran track, went to state in the triple jump & 4x800 relay.
I WAS A LATE BLOOMER—JUST 5’2” AND 97 LBS AS A 9TH GRADER—AND ALWAYS FELT BEHIND.
I KNOW WHAT IT’S LIKE TO FIGHT FOR A SPOT, TO WORK WHILE NO ONE IS WATCHING, AND TO PROVE PEOPLE WRONG.
I’LL NEVER FORGET THE ANXIETY OF SEARCHING FOR MY NAME ON THE TEAM LIST AND NOT SEEING IT.
I’LL NEVER FORGET CRYING ON MY MOM’S SHOULDER, YEAR AFTER YEAR, BECAUSE I WASN’T GOOD ENOUGH—AT THE TIME.
BUT I KEPT WORKING.
COLLEGE & STRENGTH TRAINING
WHEN I GOT TO LORAS COLLEGE, I WAS STILL THAT SKINNY KID—LESS THAN 150 LBS WITH LITTLE EXPERIENCE IN THE WEIGHT ROOM.
THAT ALL CHANGED WHEN I STARTED TRAINING UNDER STRENGTH COACH JOSH EDWARDS.
I LEARNED ABOUT STRENGTH & CONDITIONING, ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE, AND THE PROCESS OF BUILDING A STRONGER, MORE EXPLOSIVE ATHLETE.
AFTER THREE YEARS STUDYING GRAPHIC DESIGN & ELEMENTARY EDUCATION, I TRANSFERRED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-PLATTEVILLE TO STUDY HEALTH AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE, BRINGING MY PASSION FULL CIRCLE.
I BECAME THE FIRST CONFERENCE MVP FROM MY HIGH SCHOOL AND HELPED WIN THE FIRST STATE CHAMPIONSHIP IN SCHOOL HISTORY.
BUT I KEPT THINKING:
💭 WHAT COULD I HAVE ACCOMPLISHED IF I KNEW THEN WHAT I KNOW NOW?
WHY I STARTED WORK WITH WALLY
THAT QUESTION IS WHY I BUILT THIS PROGRAM.
I WANT TO BE A RESOURCE FOR YOUNG ATHLETES—NOT JUST TO HELP THEM TRAIN, BUT TO TEACH THEM HOW TO MOVE, HOW TO THINK, AND HOW TO GROW.
I WANT THEM TO LEARN BEFORE THEIR ATHLETIC CAREERS END, SO THAT WHEN SPORTS ARE OVER, THESE LESSONS CARRY INTO EVERYDAY LIFE—LEADING TO HEALTHIER HABITS, GREATER CONFIDENCE, AND A STRONGER FUTURE.
WIN NOW. WIN LATER.
IT’S ALWAYS YOU VS. YOU.
YOU CAN LET FAILURE DEFINE YOU, OR YOU CAN USE IT AS FUEL.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
How It Works: Location, Pricing & Training Details.
📌 When do sessions take place?
✔ We train 2-3 times per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday at 7:10 PM), and each session lasts about an hour.
📌 Where are the training sessions located?
✔ Training sessions are held in Pearl City, IL
📌 How much does it cost?
✔ Each session is $20 per athlete and lasts about an hour.
📌 What do you do in these sessions?
✔ We run youth strength and conditioning training sessions designed to help kids improve their athleticism, confidence, and movement skills. Each session includes fun drills, games, and friendly competitions to build power, speed, balance, and body awareness.
Give your child the opportunity to build strength, confidence, and athleticism. Reach out today to learn more!