ABOUT US

 

BLACKLINE ATHLETIC is a trusted, professional provider of indoor, outdoor, at-home - GROUP, SEMI-PRIVATE and 1-ON-1: ATHLETIC SPORTS PERFORMANCE, FITNESS and PERSONAL TRAINING, and POST-REHABILITATION for athletes and active individuals. Other programs include women's-only group fitness, golf fitness instruction, as well as, marathon, triathlon and multi-sport endurance training.

Our mission is to deliver an unparalelled experience and level of excellence in the services we provide. We institute progressive, systematic training methods - Pushing our clients' abilities to the fullest by employing scientifically-based approaches to performance training that deliver results. 

We will fully explain the what's, the why's and the how's of our exercise methods - and how they improve your performance. Our kinesthetic training of the nervous, muscular and cardiovascular systems, conjoined with highly effective techniques in speed, strength, stability, flexibility, and plyometric training, enhances our client’s overall health, wellness, and personal levels of human performance activity.  Contact us  |  847.337.4683

TERRITORIES

BLACKLINE ATHLETIC is based in Bartlett, Illinois -  In the spring, summer and autumn seasons, most sports training is conducted outdoors (weather and field conditions permitting for safety).  Sessions are also held at our private BLACKLINE TRAINING STUDIO in Elgin, IL, team-provided facility, partner indoor facility or conveniently and privately in-home directly at the clients' residence. 

BLACKLINE ATHLETIC serves the following IL (Illinois)-only areas: Algonguin, Arlington Heights, Bannockburn, Bartlett, Barrington, Buffalo Grove, Carol Stream, Chicago, Deerfield, Downers Grove, Elgin, Elk Grove, Evanston, Geneva, Gilberts, Glencoe, Glenn Ellyn, Glenview, Hanover Park, Highland Park, Highwood, Hoffman Estates, Itasca, Lake Forest, Lake Zurich, Libertyville, Lincolnshire, Lombard, Mount Prospect, Naperville, Northbrook, Northfield, Palatine, Park Ridge, River Forest, Schaumburg, Skokie, Sleepy Hollow, St. Charles, Streamwood, Vernon Hills, Wayne, Wheaton and Wheeling.

BLACKLINE ATHLETIC was founded by James Tang; Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), with the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) with the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). Coach Tang is also a Certified Titleist Golf Fitness Instructor (TPI).

Coach Tang’s background includes the training, rehabilitation and corrective exercise for active adults, junior, varsity, collegiate and professional athletes. His methods have earned respect from colleagues and players for his motivating, highly-dynamic approach and functional program designs for increasing human performance.

Our collective experience, education and knowledge consists of nationally certified trainers of elite NCCA accredited agencies in human performance training, affiliated with award-winning hospitals and degreed in fields of Kinesiology, Sports Physiology and Exercise Science. Our staff consists of current and former athletes who bring insightful perspectives into Sports Performance Coaching, Children’s Development and Physical Education.

ASSISTANT PERFORMANCE COACHES

Matt Brauer, NCSF - Coach Brauer is a graduate of Elmhurst College and former division III baseball outfielder and football player. Matt assists with our JAID and SP camps and specializes in sports performance enhancement, developing overall athletic power, speed, agility and hand-eye coordination.

Craig Janowiak - Coach Janowiak specializes in the training and coaching of soccer-specific athletes. He has an undergraduate degree in Community Health Education, as well as two minors in Biology and Psychology from Northern Michigan University.  

Kelly Tang, NCSF - Coach Kelly is a former high school cross-country track athlete who participates in several Chicago races and half-marathon events a year. She specializes in dynamic personal training, womens group fitness, as well as assisting in our JAID and SP sports training programs. 

BLACKLINE's team of professional specialists commits to each client to receiving the life-long benefits from training properly and effectively. Questions for us?   Contact us  |  847.337.4683  |  info@BlacklineAthletic.com

SERVICE OPTIONS

GROUP (7+ PERSONS):  Consists of seven (7) or more individuals participating in a sports performance or fitness program. An excellent introduction or intermediate-level exposure to improving performance and uses diverse group training techniques. Places strong emphasis technique, teamwork, sportsmanship, discipline and healthly competition while working with others from various levels and backgrounds. 

SEMI-PRIVATE (2-6 PERSONS):  Consists of two to six (2 - 6) individuals participating in a training program who share mutual goals or objectives. This option is small enough to focus on specified, intensive training, yet large enough to challenge other areas of skill that will enhance the person's overall performance. Integrity of training is barely sacraficed, making semi-private training a prudent and cost-effective option.

1-ON-1:  Individual/private instruction for a single person receiving the coach's undivided focus. Sessions are uniquely designed and customized to address specific skills or areas of weakness for the client. 1-on-1 training provides close, direct and continuous supervision to strengthening those weaknesses, as well as, sharpening those skills the client would ultimately like to excel in or master.

Questions regarding our service options?   Contact us  |  847.337.4683

BLACKLINE'S PLEDGE OF EXCELLENCE

BLACKLINE ATHLETIC extends to each of our clients our pledge of excellence to personalized treatment using our experience, knowledge and the most premium equipment availlable for our programs. The integrity of our programs is held to the highest standard and is constantly adapted to the newest, scientifically-based trends in the professional fitness and sports performance industry. Our business is built on building the strongest relationships with each of our clients. To ensure this, our founder, personally leads as many of the events and camps possible, in order to sustain the program's level of integrity. If you wish our founder's direct involvement in your team's training program, please feel free to contact us.

Questions, comments or suggestions regarding our services?  Contact us  |  847.337.4683

FEES

BLACKLINE ATHLETIC does not publish a majority of fees on-line for proprietary reasons. We consistently weigh and compare the level of treatment, value and quality of our programs to our competitors - By doing this, we can assure that our fees are the most fair and competitive in the area. Customized training designs are priced based on the exercise perscription. Training conducted at, or in partnership with partner facilities has exclusive pricing. Semi-private and group training fees are based on number of participants. 1-on-1 training is offered at a single, competitve, per session fee - Discounts can apply for puchasing sessions in bundles or packs over 16.

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REFERRAL PROGRAM

GIVE A REFERRAL.  GET FREE  TRAINING.

Our best clients are people who received a positive experience training with us. We're happy to reward you for simply referring us your friends who can benefit from our services. You will earn FREE training sessions while extending the gift of health, wellness and performance.

We will issue one FREE training session, for a referral (non-related) who trains with BLACKLINE ATHLETIC for a minimum of four (4) sessions. Simply have your friend tell us that they were referred by you, and we will gladly offer you one FREE training credit (of equal value) for you or participant of the training program. One FREE credit per referral please. Program applies to 1-on-1 sports training, personal  training and golf fitness training only.