The Performance Academy

Specialties

The Performance Academy focuses on functional, practical training to help you reach your potential. Our model is a comprehensive approach which focuses on core areas of: speed, agility, strength, power, explosiveness, acceleration, and flexibility. By addressing these areas in a thorough, systematic fashion, you will improve your athleticism, reduce risk of injury, and improve sports-​specific performance. All of our training is done with emphasis on building character as well as improving athletic performance. Our trainers and staff are committed to instilling values of self-​discipline, focus, hard work, intensity, determination, teamwork, and perseverance. At TPA, we are passionate about making you better.

Meet the Business Owner

Bill B.

Business Owner

Bill received his BS in Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania where he worked with the IUP Sports Medicine Team. He continued his studies at Seton Hall University where he received a Masters Degree in Movement Science. Bill has over 25 years experience in the area of injury prevention and athletic enhancement.

Bill serves or has served in the following positions:

Athletic Therapist (Part-​time), Carolina Hurricanes Hockey (2013-​present)

Strength & Conditioning Coach, USA Baseball Collegiate National Team (2013,2014)

Head Athletic Trainer and Strength Coach, Middle Creek High School, Apex, NC (2007 – 2011)

Athletic Trainer, USA Baseball Tournament of Stars, Cary, NC (2007 – 2013)

Physical Education Instructor, Ridgewood Public Schools, Ridgewood, NJ (1995 – 2007)

Performance Specialist, Parisi Speed School, Fair Lawn, NJ (1999 – 2000)

Director of Strength and Conditioning, Garett Teel’s Baseball/​Softball School, Wyckoff, NJ (1999 – 2007)

Head Athletic Trainer and Strength Coach, Ridg