Developing the whole athlete.
Every child has potential. We help them uncover it and give them the mindset to grow.
Youth leagues, combines, and performance training for ages 3-18 led by coaches who care about developing the whole athlete.
Under The Lights RVA
Under the Lights is a non-contact youth flag football league where kids and families come together to play, compete, and build confidence. Players of all skill levels learn the fundamentals of the game, from route running to flag pulling, in a fun and welcoming environment. Every athlete gets real playing time, backed by coaches who care about growth as much as wins.
With game nights, team spirit, and a community cheering from the sidelines, it’s about more than the scoreboard. It’s about friendships, memories, and a love of the game that lasts well beyond the season.
Ready to play? Registration for Spring will open early 2027
Little Lights
Little Lights is a six-week flag football enrichment program for ages 4-7, built to give young athletes a joyful first experience of sport. Run by Hightower Performance Academy and held on site at your child’s school, each session is a short, high-energy class where kids build coordination, confidence, and teamwork through games, animal-move warm-ups, and plenty of encouragement.
Each week earns one letter of LIGHTS. Every letter pairs a football skill with a character-building Light Word kids practice on and off the field. The season wraps up with a Showcase Game where families cheer and watch their little light shine.
Want to get Little Lights in your child’s school? Let us know and we can connect with your administrator.
Training Series
Whether you’re just getting started or ready to take your game to the next level, our training series has a place for you.
Foundations teaches the movement basics: strength, balance, coordination, and technique. It gives athletes a solid base to build on.
StrongHER is built to help girls train with purpose, develop real strength, and build confidence in and out of their sport.
Performance is for athletes who are ready to push further, with higher-intensity training focused on speed, power, and sport-specific skills.
Ready to get stronger? Reserve your spot today.
Whole Athlete Combine
Twice a year, we host a one-of-a-kind youth athlete combine event that makes children proud and gives families a new way to connect.
The Whole Athlete Combine helps young athletes develop beyond the game. Originally created by Tim Hightower, Dr. Lee Franco, and Jason Elkin, this unique experience combines athletic performance testing, wellness education, and mental skills development to help athletes build confidence, resilience, and healthy habits. Each athlete leaves with a personalized report card and roadmap for continued growth—both on and off the field.
Want to join us? Enter your email above to stay up to date regarding our next event.