
Who We Are
“People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care”
― Theodore Roosevelt
At the Parisi Speed School Powered by True Warrior Training in Essex Junction, VT, we are dedicated to building a training community where every athlete can thrive. Our facility combines expert coaching, industry leading training, and a supportive environment to help you reach your performance goals. Discover a place where your athletic career is guided by passion and professionalism.
Our coaches at the Parisi Speed School Powered by True Warrior Training in Essex Junction, VT, are more than just trainers. They are coaches who are passionate professionals committed to your success. Each member of our team brings a wealth of experience and a personalized approach to help you achieve your training objectives. With diverse specialties ranging from strength training to nutrition, our coaches are here to get you to the next level of performance.
Antonio Federico-Coppola
With a profound dedication to transforming the lives of young athletes through movement, Antonio combines a wealth of knowledge and experience to foster success both in sports and in life. As the youngest owner and senior performance coach of a Parisi Speed School, Antonio is uniquely positioned to guide athletes, having once trained as a Parisi athlete in high school. Certified in numerous disciplines, including ISSA’s Master Trainer and Elite Trainer programs, as well as being one of Vermont’s few fully certified FRS coaches, Antonio excels in creating tailored training programs. Specialties include nutrition, speed development, mobility training and exercise recovery, ensuring a holistic approach to athletic development. Driven by the belief that every athlete deserves individualized attention, Antonio meets each athlete where they are and helps them progress in the most effective way possible. Through dedication, expertise, and passion, Antonio is committed to instilling invaluable life lessons in every young athlete, empowering them to achieve their goals on and off the field.
Sally Hoerr
Sally is a Vermont native and current professional ice hockey player with two ACHA national championships. As a “late bloomer,” she didn’t begin weight or speed training until her graduate year in college. She credits her rise to the professional ranks with learning how to be a better overall athlete and mover, not just a hockey player. As a coach, Sally is dedicated to providing anyone who walks through the Parisi doors with the tools that helped her achieve her goals. Having faced numerous challenges-rehabbing long-term injuries, transferring schools, going from a starter to a healthy scratch, and playing in four international countries-she has a deep understanding of the mental, physical, and emotional journey an athlete may experience. Sally believes that movement proficiency and mastery at all ages builds confidence in both athletics and life and hopes inspire others to break barriers.
Unique Features and Facilities
Welcome to our expansive, open-concept gym, where over 7,000 square feet of space is dedicated to helping youth athletes thrive. As a semi-private facility, we prioritize personalized attention in a supportive environment. Parents can relax in our designated viewing area while their children train in our state-of-the-art strength and conditioning section or on one of our two specialized turfs for speed and agility drills. With full locker rooms equipped with showers for convenience and lockers for rent, we ensure a comprehensive training experience. Additionally, our partnership with a knowledgeable physical therapist means athletes have access to expert guidance whenever they need it. Join us at the Parisi Speed School and let’s unlock your full potential together!
Top-Notch Fitness Equipment
Our facility equips athletes ages 5-25 with top-tier resources to unlock peak performance. Use speed timing gates and force plates to monitor progress. Increase speed and agility on our linear and multi-directional turf. Develop strength with kettlebells, barbells, dumbbells, and chains, Improve your power with sleds and plyo boxes. Lastly, we prioritize recovery too, with nutrition, foam rolling, dynamic stretching, massage guns, and specialized recovery tactics to keep you performing at your best. Every tool is here to help you excel!
Schedule Your Intro Call Today
Take the first step towards helping your athlete succeed in sport and life. Our team will learn everything we need to guide your athlete to that goal. Schedule now to see how we can help them succeed!