The Youth Performance Lab
Dr. Dan Hernandez, Doctor of Physical Therapy, combines over a decade of service in the U.S. Marine Corps with years of experience as a Devil Pup instructor (a youth leadership program) to help developing athletes unlock their full potential. His background in elite military training and youth development validates his ability to coach, challenge, and guide athletes of all levels. Dr. Dan’s system has helped youth, college, and pro athletes unlock their full potential and is now looking to help across the lower valley and Tri-Cities.
Dr. Dan DPT
Founder & CEO
Does this sound familiar?
"I want my child to become more athletic and get faster, but it seems like none of the coaches actually teach that or know how to help."
"My kid isn’t the star player, and it feels like they’re being overlooked. They’re starting to lose confidence, and I’m afraid they’ll stop playing the sport they used to love."
"My child is one of the top players, but it feels like they're being pushed too hard without proper care—I'm worried about injuries that no one seems to take seriously.
Don't worry, we can help!
How the performance lab solves it.
We train your child’s brain and body to work together, so strong, safe movements become second nature—automatic and instinctive.
Your child will build real agility—learning to move quickly and stay in control, even in fast, busy situations.
Your child will learn how to explode into motion and run with top speed using proper form.
Your child will be in an environment that pushes them to grow, encourages teamwork, and builds a love for progress.
The Youth Performance Lab Method
For ages 8-17 years old!
Agility
The ability to change direction quickly and stay balanced. Helps athletes cut, dodge, and move smoothly in any sport.
Acceleration
The ability to push forcefully into the ground and “punch” it away to create powerful forward movement. It helps athletes explode off the line or make a fast break.
Top Speed Mechanics
How the body moves when sprinting at full speed. Good form helps athletes run faster, more efficiently, and safely.
Reaction Time
How quickly an athlete sees and responds to a movement, sound, or action. Crucial for decision-making and fast play.
Injury Prevention
Training smart to stay physically healthy. Focuses on movement quality, muscle balance, and avoiding overuse or bad form.
Team Culture
Building team unity and shared growth through challenging training that brings athletes together.
Sports that will benefit from the Lab.
Basketball
Soccer
Baseball
Volleyball
Football
Tennis
Dr. Dan at Work!!!
Camp Highlights and Daily Flow
1. Warm up
Get the body ready to move safely and with energy.
Gets the heart pumping and body warm
Uses simple, smart movements to wake up muscles and joints
Includes stretching and mobility work to help prevent injuries
Gets kids moving the right way before hard work begins
2. Prime the System
Wake up the muscles we need for strong, fast movement.
Activates key muscles to prepare for action
Helps the brain and body work together
Focuses on muscles that keep kids safe from common injuries
Builds good habits before bigger movements
3. Train to Perform
This is where the real work happens!
Practice skills like speed, strength, and agility
Break down moves into smaller parts to learn them step by step
Combine skills into real game or sport situations
Helps kids move better, think faster, and play smarter
Ready to get started?
TESTIMONIALS
What others are saying
"...my son has become far more coordinated; his physical movement and presence has become more deliberate, strong and agile. His running form has refined, leading to increased speed and acceleration. I’ve had several people note the physical transformation and increased confidence."
- Dori Rhynalds
My daughter has had the opportunity to work with Dr. Dan for almost two years. My daughter had participated in generalized strength training with minimal results. After her tailored workouts with Dan, she was more confident in her abilities as an athlete and felt that the exercises helped her perform better in her sport."
- Amber Humpherys
"Dr. Dan has transformed my daughter from a struggling runner to a successful athlete. She has always struggled with coordination, posture and form. When she began running, these challenges were holding her back from progressing. Dr. Dan identified each issue, created a program for her, and has made great strides this season and has captured the attention of her coaches as she continues to find success. She is now a confident runner who looks forward to continued progress. ."
- Sarah Smith
Locations
June in Tri Cities, WA
@ Claybell Park
June 16-20, 2025
9AM-12PM
June in Sunnyside, WA
@ Lower Vally Fitness Center (LVFC)
June 23-27, 2025
9AM-12PM
August in Tri Cities, WA
@ Claybell Park
August 11-15, 2025
9AM-12PM
Ready to get started?
Contact Me
If you have any questions, feel free to contact me. I’m here to support your athlete’s development every step of the way.
Email:
[email protected]
STILL NOT SURE?
Frequently Asked Questions
We understand there may be questions.
What ages is this camp for?
Our camp is designed for youth athletes ages 8 to 17, with training tailored to match their age and skill level.
What should my child bring?
Athletic shoes (and cleats if possible)
Water bottle
Comfortable workout clothes
A good attitude and readiness to work
How is this different from regular team practice?
Team practices focus on plays and game strategy. Our lab focuses on individual performance, teaching skills like acceleration, agility, and injury prevention — things often missed during team practices.
Will this help my child get faster or stronger?
Yes! These are the areas of focus:
Acceleration
Agility
Top speed mechanics
Reaction time
Confidence and coordination
Can parents watch the sessions?
Absolutely — you're welcome to stay and observe! We encourage it so you can see your child’s progress firsthand.
We only ask to ensure you keep a safe distance away in order to not interfere with dynamic activities.
How long are the sessions?
Each session is about 2–3 hours, including warm-up, skill development, performance drills, and recovery.
What sports is this for?
This training benefits athletes in all sports, especially those that require speed, agility, and quick thinking — such as football, soccer, basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball, lacrosse, and track.
Any other sport that requires an individual to move and change directions in their sport, will HIGHLY benefit from this summer.
Will younger kids be training alongside older teens?
Nope! Athletes are grouped by age and ability to make sure everyone trains at the right pace and challenge level.
Athlete 1: Information
Athlete 2 Information
Athlete 3 Information
Parent's Information
Instructions for Below Pricing:
Be sure to check the boxes in order from top to bottom based on how many children you’re registering. This ensures proper pricing and prevents delays.
Registering 1 Athlete? → Select $200 only
Registering 2 Athletes? → Select $200 + $150
Registering 3+ Athletes? → Select $200 + $150 + $125
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