Prepare for

Opportunity

& CONTROL

Your Future

Preparation Fitness provides elite skills and mental development for youth athletes. We offer structured team and 1-on-1 sports training programs focused on accountability, perseverance, and building the complete skill set required to succeed at the next level of sports and life. Check out our basketball trainers and sports training offerings below.

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Genesis Parker: Elite Mentor

As a high school athlete, Genesis Parker was an ESPN Top 100 recruit. She played in college for Virginia Tech, Cincinnati, Butler, and IUPUI. But when injury struck, she discovered that support for the mental challenges of high-level sports was missing.

Genesis founded Preparation Fitness to bridge the gap she experienced, specializing in high-level physical conditioning paired with essential mental and emotional fortitude. She is dedicated to equipping the next generation of athletes with the physical skills and mental fortitude necessary to succeed at the highest levels of competition and in life.

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Genesis Parker, founder and basketball trainer and coach in Northern VA

Core Offerings

The Roadmap to Elite Performance

True athletic success starts with the mind. Our core offerings, from group sports training to elite private packages, combine physical skill refinement with the mental fortitude required for long-term perseverance.

student athlete teams

Preparation Fitness offers structured student athlete team pathways for middle school athletes who want to grow fast, compete harder, and prepare early for the next level. Each student athlete team combines skill development, performance work, mentorship, and an environment that pushes student athletes to rise.

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athletic training

1-on-1 or group options available. Through intentional skill work, performance training, and film-based adjustments, we prepare athletes for the next level of competition and the expectations that come with it.

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Our programs primarily target middle school athletes (7th and 8th graders), as this is a crucial period for development and learning advanced concepts.

You can sign up and process all payments directly through our website. We prioritize a smooth, online enrollment process for all our offerings.

Team enrollments offer flexible payment plans through third-party partners. Training enrollment is available in pre-paid packages for a discounted rate. You can view these options when you go to checkout and select a payment option.

We are located in Ashburn, VA and open to student-athletes from the surrounding areas.

Preparation is a Lifestyle

MIND FIRST
& the
BODY FOLLOWS

Hear from Clients

"When my daughter started, she had the talent but lacked the quiet confidence needed to compete at the next level. Genesis didn't just run her through drills; she trained her mindset. My daughter now approaches every challenge, on and off the court, with a sense of accountability and resilience. The transformation is visible: she's a stronger player, but more importantly, a more prepared young woman."

"Genesis has been a game-changer for my son. He's always been talented, but he lacked follow-through. Preparation Fitness instilled a level of accountability that goes beyond the court. He's not just a better athlete; he's a better student and he handles setbacks with far more resilience. This program is about preparing him for college athletics and for life."

"The attention to detail in the physical training is elite. It's customized and incredibly demanding. But what sets Preparation Fitness apart is the constant push for perseverance. When my daughter wants to quit, Genesis is there, teaching her how to push through the mental barrier. My daughter’s confidence and her preparation level are unmatched."

More Than Sports Training

Preparation Fitness was founded on a deep personal belief that success is built from the inside out. Our Vision and Mission define our commitment to holistic development, ensuring every athlete gains the mental, physical, and character-based fortitude needed to lead and succeed on any stage.

Our Mission

Preparation Fitness exists to build complete athletes: fostering the mindset, relationships, and habits that ensure they are faster, stronger, and more confident for challenges that last far beyond the game.

Our Vision

To empower a generation of athletes to make preparation a lifestyle, realizing their full potential in sport, character, and life.

our team of mentors

Meet the dedicated coaches and mentors who live the Preparation Lifestyle. Each member of our team is committed to the mission of building resilient, confident leaders who are prepared for success on every stage.

Genesis Parker

Founder

Genesis Parker is a former D1 college basketball player, known for her scoring ability and leadership. She averaged 12.7 points per game during her senior season at Butler, leading the team in scoring multiple times. Despite an ACL injury limiting her 2021-22 season, she left a lasting impact on the court. She now is a basketball trainer in the Northern VA region.

Chloe Roach

Trainer

Chloe Roach is a former college basketball player and track athlete who transitioned her passion for sports into a career focused on athlete development. She is the founder of a business dedicated to athletes’ mental health and now shares her knowledge through sports training and mentorship.

Benjamin Yhun

Trainer

Benjamin is 27, currently studying Kinesiology, and has experience as a sports trainer/manager with the Virginia Vitesse, a semi-professional women’s basketball team in Loudoun County. He’s passionate about helping athletes grow and has plans to train at the professional level.