"APU bridged the gap between what I know in theory and how to use it practically and confidently. I learned things in each module that I could immediately apply with my athletes and clients. As someone who hasn’t done an internship, APU felt like peer-to-peer or mentor/mentee learning vs. instructor/student. Matt is the reason I registered for APU. When he spoke at a conference I attended, he grabbed my attention. He’s a dynamic presenter and communicator. He’s knowledgeable and wants to advance the field itself and not just his own career. He coaches and teaches in a way that makes his students feel capable, knowledgeable and valued, which empowers us to ask questions, collaborate and learn from each other."
 
Hannah
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Spring 2023 APU Graduate
 
"I truly appreciate all of the resources Matt provided in this class: exercise library, modules, group discussions and weekly Zoom lecture classes. I gained a lot of knowledge on regressing and progressing different exercises depending on the athletes’ capability and performance, and also how to name exercises properly based on the system developed in APU. Matt pays it forward to us students and ensures that he is always there if we ever have questions about anything in the field of strength and conditioning."
 
Andrew
Undergraduate Exercise Science Student
Spring 2023 APU Graduate
 
"APU was structured very well with great delivery and energy in each class. I had awesome interactions with other students, and the course materials were practical with relevant information. Matt is very passionate and knowledgeable. He does a phenomenal job at explaining and simplifying complex topics to a level that is easy to understand. The enthusiasm he comes with is something I am striving to bring to my athletes and clients on a daily basis."
 
Aidan
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Spring 2023 APU Graduate

"APU helped bridge the gap between what we learn in the classroom and what we apply in a real-world setting. This course allowed me to master the basics and build a solid foundation to use for years to come in the field. I really enjoyed the flow of each module and how they built off one another. In addition, the small classroom size allowed me to connect with my classmates and Matt more easily."

Martin
Undergraduate Exercise Science Student
Spring 2023 APU Graduate

"Matt is an amazing coach and educator. He has a way of making every student feel worth and impact, regardless of age or where they're at in their career. His positivity and ability to make us a team without ever meeting with us in person was astounding. He was so open to all questions, which made me feel very comfortable to ask. Overall, APU was a great course!"

Rachel
Undergraduate Exercise Science Student
Spring 2023 APU Graduate

"This course delivers in all aspects. With this being the first semester of APU, I was extremely satisfied. As a coach and educator, Matt is extremely contagious. His excitement about the information made me look forward to the weekly Zoom lecture classes. Although the information and mastering the basics of S&C is extremely important, his delivery of this information is what sets him and APU apart. He instills a sense of community within the cohort in such a short period of time, which is a tough thing to do. With all of these characteristics meshed together, it brings about a certain level of excitement to continue to develop my own personal knowledge within Strength & Conditioning."

Logan
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Spring 2023 APU Graduate

"Highly recommend this course. I really enjoyed the weekly Zoom lecture classes and group discussion boards. The lecture classes allowed us to further understand each weekly topic and the group discussion boards allowed us as students to learn from each other and create connections in the field. The exercise library concept was a game-changer since it helped me organize my thoughts and made programming 10x easier! Overall, it truly was a one-of-a-kind experience!"

Reese
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Spring 2023 APU Graduate

"APU definitely exceeded my expectations. This course was a great opportunity to take a deep dive into all aspects of programming and coaching while also making me think more strategically. All of the components of programming were broken down thoroughly, and I am more confident about my knowledge and programming skills moving forward in my career."

Hannah
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Spring 2023 APU Graduate

"I can't express how much I enjoyed taking this course. Matthew is an excellent mentor and is always enthusiastic about teaching. He goes above and beyond generously offering us his time and feedback whenever we have questions during and after the lecture classes. I learned so much and I'm so happy to be a part of the first group of his APU course!"

Jenny
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Spring 2023 APU Graduate

"I loved APU. To me, the most valuable part of APU was the open door policy to ask questions. The mentorship from Matt is the main reason I took APU. The course itself is also jam-packed with value that I will continue to refer back to as a coach and student. Matt stands out as an exceptional coach and educator, possibly the best I've had the privilege of learning from. What truly sets him apart is his remarkable communication skills and responsiveness. When he teaches or coaches, he does so with clarity, conciseness, extensive expertise and passion. Despite being a mentor, coach and teacher to countless individuals, Matt never fails to give his undivided attention when you approach him with a question or seek his guidance."

Grace
Undergraduate Exercise Science Student
Summer 2023 APU Graduate

"APU is a great course for young S&C Coaches to better refine their thought process behind exercise selection and program design. I really enjoyed the conversations that were had throughout the live video class lectures and group discussions. It was great hearing different perspectives and learning many new training strategies I can implement with my own athletes and clients."

Brandon
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Summer 2023 APU Graduate
 
"This course reinforced my knowledge in S&C and improved my ability to communicate while thinking in multiple directions based on the individual athlete/client in front of me. Matt was very helpful and did an incredible job at explaining the most complex topics in a very simple and digestible format."

Alessandro
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Summer 2023 APU Graduate

"The exercise library, group discussions and live video class lectures from APU have been particularly helpful in enhancing my own system and creating long-term growth. These past 8 weeks of learning have been excellent. Each module was well-crafted and had me anticipating what would come next. Matt's support in APU has been key to keeping me organized and focused, and has been benefiting me and my clients!"

Eric
Personal Trainer
Summer 2023 APU Graduate

"The APU course layout flowed very well together and it was great to hear Matt provide real-world examples within the live video class lectures. What I gained most from APU were the critical thinking skills on how to take this S&C knowledge, and then apply it within a variety of athletic populations and settings. I really appreciated Matt's style of coaching and educating. He would always mention that he is a coach first, and I think that helps a ton with educating. He has an ability to adapt to many learning styles and was able to engage us to think through the process while also making it enjoyable. Overall, APU was a very positive environment!"

Luke
Physical Therapist
Summer 2023 APU Graduate

"I give APU a 5-star review, because I know as a person that Matt gives 110% in anything he does, whether it's a simple phone call or putting together this 8-week course to help newer Strength & Conditioning Coaches like myself improve. As a coach, feedback and education are most important to moving forward. In APU, I received both, plus the added bonus of getting to know other young coaches and practitioners in the industry. In all of the continuing education courses I've taken, Matt stands out since he was the most succinct with his material and was able to simplify complex topics in a way that helped me understand without making me feel inferior. Overall, this was an amazing course and the information provided helped dictate my programming for the upcoming fall, winter and spring sports with my college athletes!"

Nick
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Summer 2023 APU Graduate

"APU truly did bridge the gap from what students may miss in their undergraduate programs to the importance of practice and application in the S&C profession. After taking this course, I feel as though I gained more knowledge about my coaching abilities, and in my ability to execute training programs and movements in a more organized and professional fashion. Matt made it easy to understand and apply the concepts in this course, and it did not feel automated or scripted like some courses do. I pride my gym on community and working together, and that's exactly how this course felt as well!"

Domenic
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Summer 2023 APU Graduate

"Matt is a great mentor and APU is an awesome resource! He was very easy to contact and he took the time to make sure that we all understood the course materials. APU is a very organized and educational course that provides a great platform for continuing education within strength and conditioning. Through APU, I was able to further my knowledge on training program design and athletic development."

Elizabeth
Undergraduate Exercise Science Student
Fall 2023 APU Graduate

"I had a great experience with APU! What makes this online course unique is that Matthew provides the right tools and skills to prepare you to become an elite Strength & Conditioning Coach! He provides education that allows you to apply the knowledge learned from the course directly into the field. Overall, this helps you develop a more organized approach towards working with athletes and clients, and helps you scale your training business. Matthew also puts together a top notch guest speaker lineup of highly-qualified coaches to learn from. However, the best part about APU is the instructor (Matthew Ibrahim), since he is an excellent speaker who knows how to break down the information so that each student can learn. APU is a course that I would highly recommend!"

Freddy
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Fall 2023 APU Graduate

"APU was a very well laid out mentorship course. Matt was an extremely supportive and attentive coach, mentor and educator. I feel that I am now equipped to create training programs and execute training sessions for all types of athletes. I also feel that I gained confidence through the knowledge learned in APU. Every module topic was broken down and covered in an easy-to-understand way, which helped me retain the information. Lastly, I really enjoyed the weekly live lecture classes, which were very beneficial and made it feel like a community."

Kirstin
Personal Trainer
Spring 2024 APU Graduate

"APU was a well-structured online mentorship course with Strength & Conditioning information that was clearly laid out and easy to understand. Each module was top notch and came with phenomenal explanations from Matt! An additional value of taking the APU course was being able to attend the bonus guest lectures offered as well."

Chris
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Spring 2024 APU Graduate

“APU is an excellent way to improve your skills in coaching and program design. This mentorship course allowed me to better understand training concepts, and ultimately, it made my job as a Strength & Conditioning Coach easier by having a more accurate choice of exercise selection. Matt is a very genuine person and mentor. He has a great ability to explain complex concepts in a simple way and he's always available for further discussion. I really enjoyed the APU network that was created, the opportunity to meet other Strength & Conditioning Coaches and to be able to share ideas with everyone.”

Federico
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Spring 2024 APU Graduate

“I have had the pleasure of knowing Matt Ibrahim for 10 years and I have always looked up to him for guidance in the Strength & Conditioning field. When Matt created APU, it was a no-brainer for me to sign up, and also encourage my staff and interns to do the same. Matt’s professionalism, organization, in-depth content and quality of information is unmatched. I would 100% recommend this course for any Strength & Conditioning Coach that wants to continue to develop within their career.”

Joe
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Spring 2024 APU Graduate