why choose us?
See what players, coaches and parents have to see about the transformation they've seen through our program
Malik Williams
Runningback
Saint Mary's University
Being a part of the Insight program over the last two years has extremely improved who I am as an athlete both physically and mentally. I have managed to gain over 20LBS while being able to reduce my body fat percentage at the same time which helped me become a lot stronger and faster while playing my sport. Mentally the program has also helped me by being able to reduce my anxiety on the field knowing that all the work/programs implemented in it prevented me from second guessing my performance since it focuses on your specific sport by doing movements that correlate to what you actually do in game.
Training at IFA with Coach AC was a great experience for me while transitioning between universities. The high level of competition and commitment I experienced both in the gym and on the field helped me take my game to the next level. IFA helped me prepare to transfer to Carleton and compete with some of the best talent in the country. Training with Coach AC is the best option for high level training and preparation for success at the next level.
Jordan Mussa
Offensive Lineman
Carleton Ravens
Dylan Browne
Offensive Line
Mount Allison
coming into IFA, I was a raw player, I had the size but wasn’t able to transfer it all to the field, I’ve done the ifa program for 3 years leading up to university ball, the on field sessions let me get coaching from multiple high level players, learning tips and techniques I use to this day. The scrimmages let me take reps against players across the province. It also let me get in contact with university level coaches and was a large help in my recruiting process. For my grade 12 year I also took part in the strength training portion of the ifa experience. My highlight was the Olympic lifts and being taught the proper techniques which have led to me placing 4th overall strength wise at mount Allison as a true freshman.
Insight Football Academy has significantly improved my game on and off the field. Under the guidance of Coach AC and his dedicated coaching staff, I’ve developed in every aspect of football. Their personalized training programs have enhanced my skills, sharpened my technique, and elevated my football IQ. In the weight room, their strength and conditioning programs have pushed me to achieve new personal bests, increasing my power, speed, and overall athleticism. The coaches’ constant support, mentorship, and attention to detail have instilled confidence in my abilities, allowing me to perform at my highest level. Thanks to Insight Football Academy, I’ve grown as both a player and a competitor.
Alexander Ray
Offensive Lineman
McMaster University
Ryan Duffus
Defensive Back
Acadia University
I started training with Coach AC and IFA when I was 17 years old getting ready for my senior season in high school. It all started when he was my coach for team Nova Scotia u18 6 aside. Through that experience I learned discipline in the way I eat, sleep and train. I learned what it really takes to work hard and become a champion as we went undefeated and won gold. After the tournament I joined IFA where Coach AC helped train me in the weight room and on the field. Everything I knew about lifting and training went out the window and Coach put me on a program that didn’t just make me faster and stronger but made me a better football player. I continued to train with Coach as I was getting ready to play university ball and if it wasn’t for him I would have never been ready. The fundaments in the weight room and on the field and the mental strength and toughness coach has taught me are a big reason why I am playing at this level. In my first training camp at university I was playing defensive back which I never played before I was a receiver my whole life. I found myself behind everyone and didn’t think I could do it. Coach reached out to me and could see I was struggling and instantly called me and gave me the encouragement and confidence I needed to hear to help me keep going. That’s the type of coach he is, I will never forget that. To all the kids out there who want to play at the university level and be the best football player they can be coach AC and IFA is the answer.
Insight academy football significantly helped me in my football journey. From starting to play football in grade 10, to getting an opportunity to play for stfx football and compete at the next level all just in 3 years. I couldn’t have done it without all of the help and training I’ve received from these different programs. The strength and conditioning program run by coach AC at the powerhouse helped me so much in not just improving my strength and explosiveness but also on how to train like an athlete. Like doing position specific movements, becoming more mobile, as well as working on balance and contact balance. All of these things paired with the foot work and drills we do after all of our workouts on the turf translated really well to my production and how comfortable I felt on the field. Having the turf to use after our workouts is really helpful to work on our technique which is such an important part of improving your game as a player. Ac is also always in the gym helping with my form and technique on all of the exercises I do. He also helped me get over multiple injuries giving me specific exercises to prevent further injuries and to help me heal from the others.
The other programs that helped me, was the speed school and the offseason training program. The speed school was the biggest reason that my 40 time went from a 5 flat the year before down to a 4.7 in the grade 12 year. I was always fast and quick but my technique on sprinting was holding me back. The scat speed school program taught me proper sprinting techniques as well as made me more explosive. The offseason training program was really good for me to stay playing football year round. It’s run by really good experienced coaches that always gave me pointers to improve my technique. The reps and practice I got going against some of the best guys in Nova Scotia every week is how I improved so much over the offseason. All of these programs helped shape me into the player I am today and I couldn’t have done it without them.
Dylan Reynolds
Defensive Back
StfX X-Men
Nantus Baard
Linebacker
Saint Andrews College/Waterloo Commit
Coach AC’s strength and conditioning programs help me to return stronger and faster after each offseason. His training pushes my limits, builds confidence, and keeps me in peak shape. Programs like Insight Strength and Performance, SKAT and IFA have also been crucial, improving my speed, agility, football skills and mental performance. Their combined impact has been essential in my growth as a player, giving me an edge on the field.
I started training with Coach AC in the offseason of 2023 and have continued this program up to this day. Looking back to that time and who I was as an athlete and young man, I can confidently say that training with Coach AC and Insight Football Academy has drastically changed who I am. Physically I have built so much strength, speed, endurance and size. Mentally I have developed personalities like discipline, commitment, determination and most importantly confidence in my abilities. Coach AC has truly shown me how much he cares for his athletes, from waking up before sunrise to train me and a group of guys, to doing everything he can to ensure I get the full results of the program regardless of financial or transportation issues. The rest of the coaches who are apart of this program share those same qualities and want to see you flourish as well. In conclusion, If you want to be surrounded by a group of like minded people, coaches who truly want to see you succeed and a program that will exercise all the necessary aspects you need to become the best version of yourself, then this is the program for you!
Jackson Sparks
Defensive Back
Philips Exeter Academy
Jason Johnson
Parent
Nick has not only improved his skills and knowledge of Football but he's also grown in confidence and self-esteem. Nick now approaches challenges with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn, which is a direct result of Coach AC coaching style.
Nick has developed amazing power and strength at such a young age with AC it has built a foundation of success. At 13 years old Nick can bench over 200 pounds, squat over 300 pounds and leg press over 500 pounds safely. This is the result of AC'S training program.
My son Eli has been working with Alex Cameron, (A.C) for the past 3+ years.
Many who know my son, comment on the change they see in his physical development. A development I enjoyed watching progress over those years, (12-15).
What they did not witness was the development on how he approaches his training, and the commitment needed from every high-level athlete; regardless of sport.
My son’s and A.C’s combined work are still a work-in-progress, but their efforts are showing huge results in an athletic, strong, durable and more mature young athlete.
Their relationship goes beyond being a "Trainer" for Eli. Yes, he is his Trainer, but more so, A.C is a positional/ technical coach, a personal mentor and an advocate for his ability, work ethic and character.
It’s been a pleasure to watch A.C.
No doubt, a friendship between you both forever.
Tony Martin
Parent
Leah Ray
Parent
IFA has been instrumental in Alexander’s growth and strength as a player. The year round nature of IFA training recognizes the demands of the football season, including stretching out during season. IFA, and Coach AC, meet the players at their skill level so they are challenged, regardless of how long they have been training. The training progresses in difficulty which has helped advance Alexander’s strength. The off season training is key to injury prevention during the football season. In particular, the summer program (tire flips GALORE!) helped prevent a shoulder dislocation injury which would have been a season ending injury. He was able to start season off stronger and able to be prepared for the trenches.
IFA prepared him for the success he has seen with High School team, FNS and now with next steps as he moves to University. IFA training, and Coach AC’s mentorship, has been key for Alexander receiving several scholarship offers to play in the OUA this upcoming year. Alexander is prepared for the next steps thanks to the intensity of training he has received from one-on-one training and the IFA camps.
If you put the effort in, you will see the progress and results you are looking for. Coach AC puts a lot of effort into pushing athletes and he puts the well being of the athletes first and foremost.