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ATHLETIC REPUBLIC ST. LOUIS

Dale & Ellie founded NutriFormance St. Louis in 1997 and one of the struggles they kept realizing was the need to enhance the way their business was conditioning athletes. NutriFormance was already the best in town at functional and corrective exercise for performance in life and sport, and that aspect was great. But the question kept popping up, “how do we really help athletes reach their potential in terms of speed development?” Dale went to work studying all the programs available in 2004 when sports performance conditioning was really developing a lot of steam. After visiting three different types of sports training facilities, Dale scheduled a visit to Athletic Republic which at the time was headquartered in Fargo, North Dakota. The day they arrived it was 17 degrees below zero, but not much was going to prevent this enthusiastic group from discovering the secret of this unparalleled program. The program founder, John Frappier was essentially a researcher who, while completing his Master’s in Exercise Science, went to the Soviet Union to study their methods of conditioning athletes. He studied the principles of Over Speed Training and learned how the Soviets were training. Refining their techniques and making them safe for young athletes, John launched what is now known as the Athletic Republic Sports Conditioning program.

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We were sold after our first day of training (and yes, a little sore!). Because the program focus is on neuromuscular coordination and recruitment we could see benefits with athletes in ½ the time our traditional strength and conditioning programs offered. And, the program is safe for all ages, and from our findings, the younger you start, the quicker the results. The running treadmill allows our athletes to train at inclines not possible in ground based program all while having a coach cue them and allow them to correct their technique right in front of a mirror. This feedback in and of itself can improve an athletes speed, however, the meat and potatoes of the program is the power output that achieved as a result of proper muscle recruitment for speed enhancement.

Now we offer the best of both Athletic Republic and NutriFormance to offer an array of sports conditioning tools and we can gear our approach specific to any athlete’s needs- strength/power development, post-rehabilitative, agility/neuromuscular coordination, sports nutrition for performance, weight gain or loss, etc. We have a lot of fun helping our athletes excel in both their sports and in life. We strive to be good role models to help them stay the course as well.

We are happy to say that the Athletic Republic program works tremendously well. We truly have the Athlete Down to a Science. And even more than that, we know how to motivate our young athletes and make them look forward to our conditioning programs. Ultimately our goal is for them to become a lifetime exerciser/sports participant who finds enjoyment in exercise and athletics.

You can trust us with your athlete. You won’t be disappointed.

Dale Huff, CSCS & Ellie Huff, RD, CSCS
Co-owners- Athletic Republic- St. Louis
NutriFormance- Fitness, Therapy and Performance

St. louis' sport performance experts

Speed, AGILITY, Strength training & Sports Nutrition for St. Louis Athletes

    
 
 
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   Ellen Nahrgang 
 July 22, 2026
 
 
  We were referred to Athletic Republic by my son’s team mate. There was a noticeable difference in his friends speed and agility on the soccer field. The classes are intense and I was unsure how my son would feel going so often but he loves it. The trainers really take the time to interact and invest in your kid. My son often mentions them making him laugh and joking around with him. When trainers/coaches connect with their athletes it really takes these kids capabilities to the next level. Soccer coaches should take note 😜 all that to say I highly recommend!
  
 
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   Gretchen McGinley 
 March 30, 2026
 
 
  I hesitate to write this b/c I don't want it to become too crowded. :) We live in Sunset Hills and are willing to drive to Creve Coeur b/c this place is so awesome. My son started going there a little over 2 years ago and my daughters just started there. When they moved to Creve Coeur from Frontenac, we took a month long break to see if we could find something closer. There was absolute nothing that was even remotely close to being as good as Athletic Republic. They have the equipment needed to excel (no other place had high speed treadmills, let alone 4 of them), the absolute best trainers (not just some grumpy college kids looking to make a buck), and the price point is perfect (what other places are charging for unqualified trainers and worse equipment is laughable). The whole experience made me realize what a gem Athletic Republic really is. We simply love it!
  
 
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   esarhatlic 
 March 18, 2026
 
 
  Great place if your young athlete needs to work on speed and agility
  
 
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   Andi Vanecek 
 August 14, 2025
 
 
  My daughter has been attending trainings at Athletic Republic for almost 3 years now. To say its helped her is an understatement. She wanted to improve her speed and explosiveness and man, did she ever! They make these athletes better at their respective sports but also stronger physically and mentally and in turn their confidence will reach new heights! My daughter went from an average speed shooting guard to a fast, quick first step guard who can score at all 3 levels using the speed and agility shes built at AR. She will attend and play basketball at a D2 in 2026 and we definitely owe some thanks to AR!!!
  
 
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   eric budo 
 May 22, 2025
 
 
  Awesome place to train!  The trainers are very knowledgable and friendly.  There is a lot of available space and equipment for different types of training.  This is the second time we've used their training and really expect to see the same great results!  For anyone thats wanting to train for a sport, you cant do better!
  
 
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   Dave Boschert 
 December 17, 2024
 
 
  Great space and awesome trainers. Highly recommend for parents and young athletes.
  
 
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   Stephen Ruzicka 
 October 26, 2024
 
 
  Athletic Republic does an incredible job of focusing on the core skills that improves a player's game. Core skills like Speed, Agility, Functional Strength and Mobility are the key ingredients to long term success. For the last year, I have taken both my daughters. As a soccer coach, this is the type of training that can take a team to the next level.
  
 
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   Casey Jewett 
 August 8, 2024
 
 
  A new great facility with amazing trainers!
  
 
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   Jeff James 
 December 1, 2023
 
 
  My son thoroughly enjoyed his training!
  
 
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   THERESA LARRIGAN 
 November 27, 2023
 
 
  My daughter has seen tremendous growth by attending small group sessions at Athletic Republic. She has gotten fast, stronger, and more confident as an athlete. The trainers are personable and hardworking. Thank you!
  
 
 
  
 
 
   Google rating score: 4.7 of 5, based on 43 reviews