“I trained at various locations across Fairfield County throughout my high school and college careers. All of the facilities I experimented with before SPU set me up with an inexperienced trainer and an unstructured workout regime. I started training with Alex during winter break after my sophomore season in college. In that month at SPU, I went from 214lbs to 236lbs. I trained with Alex the following summer leading up to my junior season and went on to become an All-American that Fall. When my college career came to a close, I signed with an agent who flew me down to Florida to train at Barwis Methods. There, I trained with top athletes across all sports like Jarvis Landry and Robbie Lawler. Even at one of the top facilities in the country with highly regarded trainers, I found myself frustrated at times with the workout program and I would look to Alex for advice. Alex’s approach is one of a kind and he is sure to hold you accountable. I owe him for all of my successes, both on and off the field.”
-Thomas Costigan, NFL and CFL Linebacker, 2017 College All-American, Bryant University Football
-Thomas Costigan, NFL and CFL Linebacker, 2017 College All-American, Bryant University Football
“The Drayson Quarterback Academy serves me as a place of refuge. I wake up every morning eager to perfect my craft whether it is on the field or in the weight room. There is a one of a kind working environment here at SPU instilled by the fellow athletes that are constantly motivating and pushing each other to be great. Alex Drayson uses a unique coaching style that is comprehensive and not only gives you a better understanding of weightlifting, but allows you to stay healthy and perform at your best. Alongside the results, the knowledge I have gained and the friendships I have built are priceless.”
-Krishtjan Frrokaj, Division I College Quarterback, High School All-Conference
-Krishtjan Frrokaj, Division I College Quarterback, High School All-Conference
"Throughout the years I have been trained by numerous coaches, numerous coaches who have made me a better player and a more confident individual. Matt and Alex have played a massive role in my development both in the weight room and on the field. Every time I stepped foot into their facility, I knew it was time to get work done, and become a stronger player. With months of training including speed, strength, and conditioning, I made it to where I've always wanted to be, a collegiate athlete and a national team player. Many coaches lose contact with their athletes, and think their work is done once they leave. Alex and Matt however, have kept in contact and have always been around when I had questions, or needed motivation to push through. These trainers are two of the best I have come across, and I cannot thank them enough for all they have done for me."
-Zoe Boyd, University of Vermont Women's Soccer, Irish National Soccer Team, World Cup Veteran
-Zoe Boyd, University of Vermont Women's Soccer, Irish National Soccer Team, World Cup Veteran
"I began training at SPU when I was a freshman in high school back in 2015. I was looking for a training regimen that would help me achieve my goals and ambitions and SPU went way beyond my expectations. Alex wrote personal workouts that were tailored specifically towards baseball to help increase my speed, power, strength, mobility, and overall performance on the field. Not only did all of my baseball metrics drastically increase within months of training at SPU, I also put on about 20 pounds of muscle throughout high school, while losing fat and building true athletic physique in the process. Alex helps me with my nutrition as well, making sure my body is fueled properly each day for rigorous training and a long baseball season. In high school my goal was to play in college and now as a senior college baseball player, my goal is to play professionally. SPU provides me with all the tools I need to get myself to the next level. I have been at SPU for about 8 years now and can honestly say that Alex has helped shape me into the person I am today. It goes beyond training, as Alex teaches the discipline, hard work, and dedication it takes to achieve anything you want in life. Alex will do everything he can to help people grow both on and off the field, and I am very thankful for him and the SPU community as a whole."
- Jimmy Evans, Tufts University Outfielder
- Jimmy Evans, Tufts University Outfielder
“Training at SPU has definitely helped me become a better athlete. The dedication coach Alex and coach Andy put into developing sport-specific workouts have had a huge impact on helping me develop into a better player. The support system at SPU has also helped me become more confident on and off the field.”
- Heather Plowright, Wilton Varsity Soccer, Lafayette Women's Soccer Commit
- Heather Plowright, Wilton Varsity Soccer, Lafayette Women's Soccer Commit
"After 5 years of working out at SPU I can confidently say that the work of coach Alex and coach Andy has had a massive part to play in all of my athletic success during that time. The dedicated training programs and personalized coaching have not only helped me grow as an athlete, but they have helped me become more knowledgeable and informed on athletic performance training as a whole."
-Sebi Montoulieu, Northeastern University Mens Soccer Goalkeeper
-Sebi Montoulieu, Northeastern University Mens Soccer Goalkeeper
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"While SPU has been a fantastic experience for my son physically, more importantly, it has prepared him better mentally to handle success and failure. I am grateful to Alex and his staff for all they have done to help prepare my son for the real world and its challenges. Thank you, SPU."
-Darden Livesay Jr., Parent
-Darden Livesay Jr., Parent
"I worked out with, as well as worked with, Alex Drayson and Matt Migiano for a couple years and some of their important strong suits include their determination, passion, intelligence, and ability to provide an elite athletic experience. When I first started working out as a junior in high school, I learned all the proper forms to weight train from Alex and Matt, as well as invaluable information about how to become an elite athlete. Their methods of flexibility, mobility and full-body strength are cutting edge, and I would not have rather learned athletic development from anyone else other than them. The combination of Alex and Matt’s athletic development strategies have helped me preform at an elite level and as the starting outfielder on the Dickinson College Baseball Team, I accredit most of my athletic growth to Alex and Matt’s core concepts."
-Mike Devivo, Dickinson College Baseball Team
-Mike Devivo, Dickinson College Baseball Team
"SPU is the best football training I had, way better than the Giants camp. Alex is tough but fun, he really knows how to get you prepped for the season - my team coaches were really impressed with the things I learned in the off-season. Working out with him is awesome!"
-George Edwards, Youth Football Player
-George Edwards, Youth Football Player
"I am stronger and fitter than I have ever been. My workouts are always challenging but I know I am in safe hands. Matt stresses correct form and technique to keep me injury free while pushing me to achieve more than I ever thought I could. I have done CrossFit, kickboxing, running, exercise classes and more - this is the best strength and conditioning training out there."
-Louise Edwards, Personal Training Client
-Louise Edwards, Personal Training Client
"I went to Matt following a back injury. He worked with me on corrective and strengthening exercises that sped up my rehabilitation and got me back to where I needed to be and in better shape!"
-Chloe Edwards, Personal Training Client, Equestrian Athlete
-Chloe Edwards, Personal Training Client, Equestrian Athlete
I have trained with Matt for just about 4 years. Before I started training with Matt, I was indifferent to the entire process. Every trainer I had been with in the past used the same cookie cutter approach to personal training; Everybody did the same thing over and over again. Matt takes the time to design a personalized fitness plan for each of his clients and he makes sure each person knows why they are doing each specific exercise and that they are doing it carefully and correctly to avoid injury. I highly recommend Matt Migiano to anyone who wants to take their fitness to the next level.
-Lisa MacDonald, Personal Training Client
-Lisa MacDonald, Personal Training Client