Our Story
Founded in 2020 with a mission to foster growth and improve any and all performance indicators through a holistic approach, one human at a time.
Dedicated to assessing, planning and executing an individualized development plan tailored to one’s goals and physical abilities and limitations. If you are looking to build a better you, look no further, our assessment process is the first step on the path to growth.
“It’s going to be a journey. It’s not a sprint to get in shape.”
—Kerri Walsh Jennings
Founder and Head Coach:
Hi, I am Josh Cohen, founder and head coach of BlackBird Sports Academy. For the last 8 years I have had the privilege of focusing on and learning about what really makes the human body perform and function. My sports performance background begins with a BA in Kinesiology and Exercise Science and has allowed me to work with a variety of athletes in different sports ranging from golf, lacrosse, football, volleyball, track and field, basketball, and water sports as well as the general population.
After graduation and a college athletic career I experienced two serious surgeries requiring reconstruction, rehab and recovery. I came to better understand the importance of adapting training and recovery regimes to come back stronger and more body aware than before injury. I bring these experiences to my training. As part of my personal growth I am finishing a degree in Massage Therapy from the National Holistic Institute, in addition to my current certifications in blading and myofascial release.
My overall mission as a coach is to instill confidence, strength, and trust in my clients process. From manual manipulations to individualized weightlifting protocols, the development is endless when an individual is given what they truly need to succeed. So please schedule an assessment and we can begin this journey together!
-Josh Cohen
Sports Specific Performance Training
SSPT can be broken into what we call “THE BIG 3.” These are Proprioceptive Factors, Psychological Factors and Physiological Factors. When all such factors align and create balance we are able to reach the pinnacle of ones performance!
