You’ve trained hard but still feel underprepared. You’ve dealt with recurring injuries, inconsistent results, or workouts that just don’t translate to the mountain. If you’re ready to train with purpose, APL was built for you.

APL is right for you if:

• You’re stuck in the injury-recovery-injury cycle and want to break out for good
  
• You love skiing, biking, running, climbing—but have no idea how to train for them
  
• You’re confident in your effort, but not in your plan
  
• You’re looking for expert guidance, personalized training, and a team that actually understands mountain athletes
  
• You’re ready to stop guessing and start making measurable progress

Not sure where to start? Book a Performance Strategy Session at our Carbondale HQ. You’ll meet the team, go through a targeted movement and strength assessment, and walk away with a plan built around you.

APL is not just a gym — it’s a high-performance training center designed specifically for mountain and gravity sport athletes. We combine world-class strength and conditioning, endurance coaching, and sport-specific training with access to an Exercise Performance Laboratory. This lab offers cutting-edge services like VO2 max testing, metabolic threshold analysis, force plate assessments, and body composition testing — tools typically only available to professional or collegiate athletes. APL’s interdisciplinary approach integrates nutrition, sports psychology, and recovery strategies, creating a fully customized and science-backed plan tailored to each athlete’s goals and sport.

No — APL is for any individual who’s serious about improving performance or staying healthy in mountain sports. Whether you’re a developing youth athlete, an amateur mountain biker, a backcountry skier, or someone returning from injury, APL’s coaches meet you at your current level and help you reach your next one. Our mission is to make high-level coaching accessible to anyone passionate about their sport, not just elite professionals.

• Groups of 2–6 athletes, each following their own semi-custom training plan tailored to their goals and training age

• 1–3 coached sessions per week in a focused, high-energy environment

• Individualized coaching and feedback, even in a group setting— get the coaching you deserve

• Strength, mobility, and durability work built specifically for mountain sport performance

• A driven community of athletes who care about getting better and showing up for each other

It’s an affordable, effective way to train hard, train smart, and stay connected with a crew that gets it.

Small Group Coaching at APL blends expert coaching with a team atmosphere at a fraction of the cost of private 1-on-1 coaching. Here’s what you can expect:

• Groups of 2–6 athletes, each following their own semi-custom training plan tailored to their goals and training age
• 1–3 coached sessions per week in a focused, high-energy environment
• Individualized coaching and feedback, even in a group setting— get the coaching you deserve
• Power, Strength, and mobility work built specifically for mountain sport performance
• A driven community of athletes who care about getting better and showing up for each other
  

It’s an affordable, effective way to train hard, train smart, and stay connected with a crew that gets it.

Our remote coaching options are built to support you—no matter where you chase elevation. Whether you’re looking for a structured training plan, personalized programming, or high-touch coaching, APL offers strength & conditioning and endurance coaching tiers to match your goals.

All remote coaching includes:

• Expert-designed training tailored to your sport, lifestyle, and objectives
• Flexible delivery through TrainingPeaks (endurance) or TeamBuildr (strength)
• Coach communication and feedback (varies by tier)
• Options for strength-only, endurance-only, or a hybrid of both
  

Whether you’re training for a big objective or just want guidance without guesswork, there’s a remote path that fits.

Most programs have a minimum commitment:

• Small Group Coaching: 1 month minimum
  • 7 Day Money Back Guarantee – if it doesn’t feel like a good fit, you get a 100% refund
• Remote Coaching: 3-month minimum for strength or endurance; 

We offer flexible options after the minimum term. You’re not locked into a long-term contract, but we recommend committing to see meaningful results.

Absolutely! APL encourages you to combine group coaching with independent training. The programs are designed to complement your personal schedule. You’ll get guidance on what to do outside group sessions, so you’re consistently progressing with a strategy. Group training complement individual training for:

• Skiers (alpine, Nordic, freeride/freestyle, ski mountaineering)

• Mountain bikers and gravel riders

• Trail and ultra runners

• Climbers and alpinists

• Youth and developing athletes

• Masters athletes with long game goals

• Anyone returning from injury and rebuilding with intention

Whether you’re chasing podiums or just want to stay strong and durable for big days outside, we’re here to help you train with purpose and progress with clarity.


We do offer limited 1:1 private coaching for athletes with highly specific needs or goals. Space is extremely limited, as our focus is on small groups and remote coaching. If you’re interested, we recommend booking a Performance Strategy Session first so we can determine if private coaching is the best fit.

Lab services (VO2 max, threshold testing, body comp, etc.) are available à la carte — no You don’t need to be an APL athlete to access our performance lab. All testing services—like VO₂ max, threshold testing, and body composition—are available à la carte and open to anyone looking for high-quality data to guide their training.

Whether you’re working with another coach or just want objective metrics, you’re welcome to book a session.

Our primary Small Group Coaching sessions run:
Monday – Friday (morning only)

• Morning blocks: 6 AM, 7 AM, and 8 AM
• Evening blocks: 5 PM and 6 PM

Outside of those sessions, we offer availability for:

• Member Access
• Performance Strategy Sessions
• Camps and Workshops
• Lab Testing by appointment
• 1:1 Personal Training (limited)

Fridays and Weekends may be available for special events or sessions depending on coach availability.

We recommend booking ahead for anything outside the main coaching blocks—especially assessments and lab testing.

Membership to APL HQ in Carbondale will be available upon request and only if you have trained with an APL coach for a minimum of 3 months. Membership access is an exclusive program to maintain flow and space availability for the other programs in the facility.