Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Professional Development
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Chris Clark

Wayzata,MN

Summary

Highly experienced and dedicated soccer performance coach with over 20 years of expertise in transforming athletes into elite performers. Specializes in elevating athletes' metabolic profiles, strength, conditioning, and overall performance on the field. Skilled in creating tailored, sport-specific training programs that target agility, power, speed, and endurance improvements while emphasizing effective injury prevention and rehabilitation strategies. Committed to unlocking the full potential of each player and team coached, ensuring they achieve their goals and excel in their sport. Has extensive experience working with a diverse range of athletes, from youth to professionals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Soccer Performance Coach

Caden Clark - Professional Soccer Player
01.2006 - Current
  • Design and implement soccer-specific strength, conditioning, and agility programs for individual athletes and teams
  • Lead pre-season, in-season, and off-season training camps for players ranging from youth to semi-professional levels
  • Utilize performance analytics tools and video analysis to assess players' strengths and areas for improvement, tailoring training programs to meet specific needs
  • Collaborate with team coaches to align performance goals with tactical and technical development
  • Oversee injury prevention strategies and work closely with physiotherapists and certified athletic trainers to manage player rehabilitation and return-to-play protocols
  • Provide mentorship and motivation to players, fostering a growth mindset and mental resilience
  • Monitor athlete progress and adjust training plans based on performance assessments and player feedback

Soccer/Basketball/Football/Hockey Strength and Conditioning Coach

Tiger Fit
01.2006 - 01.2024
  • Developed individualized strength and conditioning programs for youth and professional soccer players to improve agility, speed, endurance, and explosive power
  • Conducted comprehensive movement assessments to identify imbalances and design corrective exercise programs
  • Worked concurrently with clubs and teams to enhance athletic performance through functional training, including plyometrics, resistance training, and cardiovascular conditioning
  • Provided nutritional guidance to athletes to optimize performance, recovery, and overall health
  • Led injury rehabilitation programs, working alongside physical therapists to ensure safe and effective recovery plans

Assistant Football Coach & Performance Trainer

Minnesota Vikings
03.2015 - 02.2016
  • As an Assistant Coach and Performance Trainer for the Minnesota Vikings, I played a vital role in fostering player development and enhancing athletic performance, recovery, and pre-game warm-up
  • Conducted in-depth fitness assessments to pinpoint individual strengths and areas for improvement
  • Designing and implementing tailored training sessions that boost speed, strength, endurance, and agility
  • Monitoring players' progress and offering personalized coaching, I ensured that each athlete achieved peak performance

Assistant Basketball Coach & Performance Trainer

Minnesota Timberwolves
08.2012 - 05.2013
  • Assisted in coaching and player development for the Minnesota Timberwolves, focusing on physical conditioning and mental preparation
  • Conducted individual fitness assessments to identify physical strengths and weaknesses
  • Helped design and implement training sessions to improve speed, strength, endurance, and agility
  • Monitored players' physical progress and provided one-on-one sessions to ensure maximum performance
  • Collaborated in player development by implementing structured fitness drills and delivering insightful feedback, ensuring tactical and technical growth

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Indiana University
Bloomington, IN
01.1994

Skills

  • Soccer Performance Training
  • Athletic Conditioning & Strength Training
  • Metabolic Specialist
  • Speed, Agility & Quickness Development
  • Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation
  • Functional Movement Screening
  • Sports Science & Biomechanics
  • Team & Individual Player Development
  • Coaching & Leadership
  • Program Design & Implementation
  • Player Motivation & Mental Conditioning
  • Performance Analytics & Monitoring
  • Sports Nutrition

Certification

  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
  • Certified Personal Trainer (ACSMPT)
  • First Aid and CPR Certified

Accomplishments

  • I played a key role on the team that successfully guided Caden Clark to secure a professional contract with Red Bull Leipzig and the New York Red Bulls.
  • My contributions were instrumental in helping the Minnesota Vikings achieve their NFC North Division Championship title.
  • Developed speed agility that increased average sprint speed and allowed the player to de-accelerate and change direction by 3% over the pre-season and in-season training.
  • Assisted in Prevention Programs - Our goal was to reduce injuries by focusing on each player's identifying neuromuscular deficiencies and addressing such deficiencies by enhancing the athlete's stability, mobility, and strength.
  • Apply objective and subjective specific sports performance metrics like speed, power, endurance, and recovery rate.
  • As a performance coach, I strive to simplify the game and allow their true talent to shine.

Professional Development

  • Completed Strength and Conditioning for Soccer - Human Kinetics
  • Attend ACSM on Injury Prevention and Sports Performance in Soccer and Sport – Biannually
  • Regularly engage in continued education, like workshops and online courses, to stay current and learn best practices

Timeline

Assistant Football Coach & Performance Trainer

Minnesota Vikings
03.2015 - 02.2016

Assistant Basketball Coach & Performance Trainer

Minnesota Timberwolves
08.2012 - 05.2013

Soccer Performance Coach

Caden Clark - Professional Soccer Player
01.2006 - Current

Soccer/Basketball/Football/Hockey Strength and Conditioning Coach

Tiger Fit
01.2006 - 01.2024

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Indiana University
Chris Clark