A basketball gymnasium with a basketball hoop, a ball on the floor, and colorful Armstrong wristbands in the foreground with 'The Academy' text overlay.

The Academy at Armstrong Trained is a structured group training environment designed for athletes who are serious about improving their game. Each session focuses on key skill development—ball handling, shooting, footwork, and decision-making, while maintaining a competitive, high-energy atmosphere. Athletes are pushed to train with purpose, build consistency, and develop confidence through repetition and live application. Whether attending once a week or multiple times, The Academy provides a clear path for players to grow, compete, and elevate their performance.

Graphic showing the progression of basketball players in The Armstrong Academy with medals and rankings: Prospect, Rookie, Hooper, All-Star, and Armstrong Certified, accompanied by an upward arrow and a diamond.
“All men are created equal, some work harder in preseason”
— Emmitt Smith, NFL Hall of Famer

Prospect is given… The rest is earned.

The Armstrong Academy

  • Prospect

    Every athlete starts here.

    This level is for new athletes getting familiar with the training program and building their foundation.

    Athletes receive a white wristband their first session

  • Rookie 🥉

    Building the Foundation

    To earn Rookie, athletes must:

    Attend 3 training sessions

    Make 5 free throws in a row

    Demonstrate proper weak-hand layup footwork

    Complete Conditioning Test: 1 in 11

    Athletes who reach Rookie earn a bronze wristband

  • Hooper 🥈

    Consistency & Skill Growth

    To earn Hooper, athletes must:

    Attend 15 training sessions

    Score 40% (20 makes) or higher in Celtic 50

    Make 10 free throws in a row

    Complete Conditioning Test: Double Down

    Athletes who reach Hooper earn a silver wristband

  • All-Star 🥇

    High-Level Performance

    To earn All-Star, athletes must:

    Attend 30 training sessions

    Score 12+ in the Green Light Challenge

    Complete Star Drill in under 2 minutes

    Complete Conditioning Test: Ladder in 33

    Athletes who reach All-Star earn a gold wristband

  • Armstrong Certified 💎

    Elite Commitment & Mastery

    The highest level in the Academy.

    To earn Armstrong Certified, athletes must:

    Attend 50 training sessions

    Score 20+ in the Green Light Challenge

    Complete the 3-4-3 Drill in under 2 minutes

    Complete Conditioning Test: 5 in a minute

    Athletes who reach this level earn:

    Armstrong Certified wristband

    Exclusive Armstrong Trained t-shirt

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