AOD — Art of Defense
DB & Linebacker Training
The premier DB & LB training program in the DMV. Footwork, press coverage, hip turn, and ball skills. Produced 110+ D1 athletes.

Damascus, MD — Est. 2013
At Coached By Plez, we develop the complete athlete — combining elite performance training with mentorship and education to build strength, speed, confidence, and resilience.
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Athletes Trained
275+
Collegiate Athletes
$38M+
Scholarships Earned
13
Years of Service
What We Offer
More than just training — we teach the habits, mindset, and process required for long-term growth and success.
DB & Linebacker Training
The premier DB & LB training program in the DMV. Footwork, press coverage, hip turn, and ball skills. Produced 110+ D1 athletes.
WR · RB · Route Running · Reception
RB & WR route running, release technique, catching mechanics, and open-field skills. Pair with AOD for the full experience.
Trenches · Pass Rush · Run Defense
Football development for Defensive Linemen and Linebackers in the trenches. Led by Coach Drew Gloster.
Sprint Mechanics · Acceleration · Power
Sprint mechanics, acceleration, and top-end speed training led by certified coaches. Programs for all ages in Damascus.
Reactive Speed · Multi-Direction
Develop fast-twitch activation, reactive speed, and multi-directional agility for every sport and position.
Speed · Power · Strength
Speed, Power, Strength — the elite program for athletes 15+ ready to take their game to another level. Serious athletes only.
Strength · Speed · Mobility · Core
Complete athletic development — strength, power, mobility, stability, speed, and core all packed into one session.
Power · Hypertrophy · Athletic Performance
Athlete-focused strength and hypertrophy programming. Build explosive power, size, and functional athletic strength.
Grind · Resilience · Intensity · Training
Grind. Resilience. Intensity. Training. High-intensity strength programming built on the CBP philosophy — discipline and results every session.
Individualized · Small Group
Individualized programming with 1-on-1 coaching in small groups. Personalized attention at every level of commitment.
1-on-1 · Fully Personalized
Fully private, one-on-one sessions with your coach. Maximum attention, maximum results. Contact for pricing.
Team Strength · Speed · Conditioning
Bring CBP to your entire team. Custom strength, speed, and conditioning programming designed around your roster and schedule.
Mon · Wed · Fri @ 6am
The premier offseason program for elite HS and collegiate athletes. Mon/Wed/Fri at 6am. Speed, strength, mobility, and reaction training.
Ages 5–9 · All Sports · Damascus
Premium youth all-sports training for ages 5–9. Builds coordination, athleticism, and a love for movement.
Equal Training · All Ages · All Sports
Dedicated female athlete programming to level the playing field. Girls deserve equal training, equal coaching, and equal results.
Recruiting · Consulting · Mindset
Recruiting guidance, athlete consulting, and mindset development. 275+ college placements — we know the path and we'll help you walk it.
Online Programs · Coaching · Check-Ins
Access CBP programming anywhere in the world through the CBP App. Online workout programs, virtual coaching sessions, and live check-ins.
The Mission
Our mission is simple: help every client maximize their potential in sport and in life, one percent at a time — because what you become in the gym shows up everywhere else in life.
7,500+ Athletes Trained
From youth to professional, across all sports and fitness goals
275+ Collegiate Athletes Developed
Including 110+ Division 1 athletes and 21 professional athletes
$38 Million+ in Scholarships
Generated for athletes trained under the CBP program
13 Years of Service
Building champions in Damascus, MD and the DMV since 2013
From Youth to Pro, We Develop.
Discipline | Accountability | Confidence | Results
Schedule
Football skill development, speed & agility, strength training, private sessions, and youth programs.
Coaches
Elite former athletes and certified coaches united by one mission — developing the complete athlete.
Testimonials
Over 7,500 athletes trained and $38M+ in scholarships earned. Hear it from the athletes themselves.
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We work with all populations and have a program for everyone. Book online, download the app, or give us a call.