As a coach for over 16 years in a variety of male and female specific sports his results are undeniable. His training has assisted student-athletes in excelling at their sports to earning full athletic scholarships to top Colleges and Universities. Most recently, Elite Training LLC. was named the exclusive Speed & Agility, Strength & Conditioning consultant for the Widener University Football Program. Helms designed and implemented the in season and off-season training regiment for the team which showed marked improvement. The athletes received testing prior to the training Helms started which measured speed, agility, strength and directional change ability. By the end of pre-season training each athlete who participated improved in every category by cutting interval time, increasing speed and improved reaction which directly led to their abilities on the field. Similarly, Wayne also trains members the Philadelphia Women’s Rugby Team. This group of dedicated athletes participates in an extremely demanding sport which Elite Training assists in preparing them for. Specifically, their core requires specific attention to withstand the constant blows. The women need extensive strength, quick reaction times, the ability to change direction quickly as well as explosive linear speed. With these factors in mind Helms designed their training to meet the team’s unique needs. During the Rugby off season Wayne continued to train one of the team members who is working to make the Women’s Rugby U.S. National Team which will be traveling to Dubai and Florida this winter for International Competition. Throughout his years at Upper Darby High School Wayne was a very committed wrestler where he was a District One South Champion which continued through to his college years. At the national power house Delaware Valley College Helms was a two time Conference Place winner and Academic All-American. Also, during this time he was a U.S. National Champion in Sambo wrestling. During his wrestling coaching career he has also mentored numerous wrestlers that have placed at the PA State Tournament, National Tournaments as well as a PA State Champion and a High School All-American. Currently he is training for both the Philadelphia Insurance Triathlon and the Philadelphia Irish Pub's distance cycling event that take place this summer. Widener University Football Team Upper Darby Senior High School Monsignor Bonner High School Football Team 2010 Westtown School Camps Please join me in welcoming the newest member of the Elite Training staff, Anthony Barbera. He brings with him a clear passion for fitness which began in high school when his father introduced him to weight training and it has been nonstop ever since. He has spent his life training with different bodybuilders and a variety athletes, picking up different styles and techniques in the process. He played roller hockey and ice hockey throughout childhood and in high school at Cardinal O’Hara. While in high school he was introduced to lacrosse and his passion grew from there, so much so he currently plays for West Chester University, while also studying exercise science and nutrition. In 2008 he joined the staff at Delaware Valley Friends School as the defensive coach for their varsity lacrosse team. That year he lead them to win the school’s first ever championship as well as overall first place finish for the season. He still remains an integral part of the coaching staff there. During the off seasons, he stays in shape by playing intramural sports at West Chester University, snowboarding in the winter and wakeboarding all summer. Anthony’s dedication to physical fitness, sports performance and nutrition make him a great addition to the Elite Training team. His personal experience as an athlete on the field allows him to identify with other athletes he coaches. His educational background allows him to understand the difficulties many face when getting into and staying in shape. Also, Anthony’s experience coaching assists in his abilities as a leader and good decision maker for the benefit of others. Anthon is a valuable asset and is available by appointment for any of your training needs. Elite Wrestling Club **2009 Southeastern PA Wrestling Hall of Fame Inductdee** Joel Edwards Elite Wrestling Club Head Coach Joel Edwards has experienced a lifetime of success in a variety of sports including football, baseball and wrestling. During his youth career, Coach Edwards was honored with being named to numerous All-Star Teams for both baseball and football. However, it was as a youth wrestler for the Drexel Hill Raiders is where Joel truly made his athletic mark as he twice won the Eastern National Title. After an outstanding youth career Joel then moved onto Upper Darby High School where his success on the mats excelled. During his high school career Joel won 121 matches to 25 losses and won many local tournaments such as West Chester East, Council Rock Winter Classic and Sun Valley Tournaments. On the state level Joel was a 3X Section V Champion, 2X District I Champion and a Southeastern PA Regional Champion twice. As a two time PIAA State Tournament qualifier he placed 8th as a junior and as a senior he became Upper Darby’s second State Champion in school history. Coach Edwards also shined on the National level by twice placing in the Prestigious “Beast of the East” by claiming the 5th place medal as a Junior and runner-up as a senior. Joel also went on to become a High School All-American by placing 8th only after having to pull out of the tournament due to an injury. He also became Upper Darby’s first ever athlete to be named to the Dapper Dan dual meet where he beat the #1 ranked recruit in the country. Joel was also recognized by his peers as he was named both Wrestler and Athlete of the Year by the Daily Times. Due to his high school successes many of the nation’s top wrestling college programs came calling such as Iowa State, N.C. State and the University of Pittsburgh among others. Due to his desire to stay in state and wrestle for a big time Division I program Penn State University was a perfect fit. During his time at State College Joel was a four year starter and won many open tournaments including the PSU open. Furthermore, he qualified for the NCAA National Tournament two years in a row and twice was within one match of being named All-American. Joel’s intense need to give back to the sport that gave him so much led him to join Elite Training as the Head Coach with the Elite Wrestling Club Joel is currently available not only for team practices, where he works with the entire club he specalizes in upper weight athlete techinques.Joel is now available for personal one-on-one coaching as well. 
Elite Training LLC. Owner Wayne Helms has trained many men and women from those looking to get fit, improve in their sport or those just looking to feel better, have energy and function pain free.
Contact Wayne today to schedule an appointment or free demo
Wayne@Elitetrainingsports.com
Elite Training has trained the following teams and programs
Philadelphia Woman's Rugby Team
2008, 2009, 2010
2009, 2010
Wrestling Team 1994-2002
6 Consecutive Central League Team Championships
100-7 Dual Meet Record
Junior Friar Program 2010
Wrestling Team 2009
Penncrest High School
Wrestling Team 2004-2006
Ridley High School
Wrestling Team
Football Team
Boys Basketball Team
Boys Soccer Team
Conestoga High School
Boys & Girls Lacrosse Teams 2007
Wrestling Team 2007
USA Swimming Club Asst. Coach & Strength & Conditioning Coach 2005
Delaware Valley College Team & Intensive Wrestling Camp 2002 to 2005
Bryn Mawr Delaware Valley Tennis Academy Intensive Camp 2007 to 2010
Ridley Youth Soccer Camp 2009, 2010
Widener University Speed and Agility Camp 2009, 2010
Elite Training, Trainer
Anthony Barbera
Head Coach, Joel Edwards
