Opening Summer 2026

Train Like
An Athlete

NFL-backed athletic training is coming to Wilmington, NC. World-class programs for youth athletes and adults.

Why D1 Training?

NFL-Backed Training

The same methodology that has produced 90+ NFL Draft picks, now available in Wilmington.

Age-Specific Programs

Science-based programs for ages 7-18 and adults. Every athlete trains at their level.

Community First

Built by a military family for the Wilmington community. Your neighbors, your team.

Programs for Every Athlete

From youth development to adult fitness, D1 has a program designed for your goals.

Ages 7-18

Youth Athletic Training

Age-appropriate, science-based programs that build speed, strength, and confidence. Scholastic, Rookie, and Prep programs tailored to each developmental stage.

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All Fitness Levels

Adult Training

Group training sessions that push you to be your best. Strength, conditioning, and agility work in a team environment. No experience needed.

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90+
NFL Draft Picks Trained
100+
Locations Nationwide
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Age-Specific Programs
#1
Athletic Training Franchise
Christopher and his wife at D1 Training
D1
Meet Your Owners

Built for This Community

Chris Stark served 20 years as a United States Marine — including eight deployments and four with MARSOC. Together with his wife Stefanie and their two kids, he's bringing D1 Training to Wilmington.

This isn't just a gym — it's a family commitment to developing stronger athletes, building tighter families, and creating a more resilient community right here in Wilmington.

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