Sports Performance Training for Youth Athletes

Helping youth athletes get stronger, faster, and more explosive on the field - while building confidence and resilience

Only The Strong Athletes have progressed to college baseball, the Canadian Junior National Team, and professional baseball — including Jonah Tong ( New York Mets - MLB), Mitch Bratt (Arizona Diamondbacks AAA), and Ryan Leitch (Philadelphia Phillies A+).

  • 1 Player has reached the MLB

  • 4 Players have been drafted and/or played in the MILB

  • 21 Players Selected for the Canadian Junior National Team

  • 160+ Student Athletes Committed to NJCAA, NCAA, and NAIA Schools

  • 58 Players selected to participate in the Canadian Futures Showcase (formerly T12)

*Coming Soon*

Only The Strong is expanding into a dedicated training facility built specifically for youth sports performance training.

About Coach Michael Rodriguez

Michael Rodriguez is a certified personal trainer and strength & conditioning coach with over a decade of experience working with youth and elite baseball players. He has served as the Strength & Conditioning Coordinator for the Toronto Mets Baseball Club since 2018, helping athletes prepare for college and professional opportunities.

Over the years, he has trained more than 1,000 athletes, consistently helping players move on to college baseball in the United States across JUCO, NAIA, and NCAA programs.

58 athletes he has worked with have also been selected to participate in the Canadian Futures Showcase (Tournament 12).

His athletes have progressed to the Canadian Junior National Team and professional baseball—including Jonah Tong (New York Mets MLB), Mitch Bratt (Arizona Diamondbacks AAA), and Ryan Leitch (Philadelphia Phillies A+).

A key part of his approach is building strong relationships with athletes and creating an environment where they enjoy training while still being challenged. The goal is for athletes to want to be in the gym—not feel forced—while developing the discipline, confidence, and work ethic needed to succeed at the next level.

Why Parents Choose Only The Strong

Structured training designed for youth athletes

Sport-specific performance development

Team-based environment that builds accountability

Programs designed to keep all athletes engaged

Focus on proper technique and development

Programs built for consistency and long-term improvement

Training is structured for team environments and group sessions, ensuring all athletes stay engaged and progressing.

Built For

Youth athletes aged 10-17

Select, Rep, Elite, Travel Teams

Young athletes looking to improve power, strength, speed, and performance

VISION

Our goal is to build a structured training environment where young athletes get stronger, faster, and more explosive on the field - while building confidence and resilience year-round.  

Join the First Training Groups

Tell us about your athlete or team to be considered for early training spots when the facility opens.