WARD LINE ACADEMY (WLA)
is committed to developing the complete lineman.
Line play comes down to three basic principles: footwork, hand placement and leverage.
At WLA we stress fundamentals and technique.
Each player is filmed at the start and throughout the program to evaluate performance and track progress in five key areas: footwork, hand placement, leverage, aggressiveness, and fitness level.
Tailored drills are introduced to develop techniques used at the high school, college and professional level. Plyometrics, agility work, and flexibility exercises are an essential part of the program.
WE TEACH THE GAME FROM THE FEET UP!
AREAS OF INSTRUCTION:
Offensive Line:
Stance and start, drive block, down block, reach block trapping and pulling, cut offs, scoop blocking, zone blocking, pass sets, hand fighting, rush angles, delivering a blow, and blocking twists and stunts.
Defensive Line:
Stance and starts, defeating base blocks, defeating double team, defeating reach blocks, pass rush, stunts, and pre snap reads.
WHY CHOOSE WLA:
- One-on-One Instruction
- A focus on Fundamentals
- Building for the Future
WHAT MAKES WLA DIFFERENT?
- Our experience & Success
- Year-Round availability
Additional Information
Time - Mutually Agreed Upon
Eligible Players - Open to anyone 6th thru 12th grade except students that play at other WCAC schools
COST:
- Individual One-Hour Session $80
- Four-Session Package $300
- Four One-Hour Sessions
- Video Breakdown & Analysis
- WLA T-Shirt
““Coach Ward was an integral part of my football career because he instilled in me many of the fundamentals that I used in both my college and professional career. He helped me as a sophomore with only one year of experience playing football, become more technically proficient. He didn’t just teach me how to use my hands and move my feet, but also helped me understand WHY I should play a certain way.””
Location
All sessions will be held at:
St. John's College High School
2607 Military Road Northwest
Washington, DC 20015-1009
Coach Ward with Two of his players Tyree Johnson (Texas A&M ) and Calvin Ashley (Auburn) 2016 Under Armour All Americans.