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A.S.A.D London

Now Accepting 2026-2027 Applications

A.S.A.D. London

The A.S.A.D. London campus is located at the Komoka Wellness Centre in Komoka, Ontario, bringing the same world-class athlete development experience that defines A.S.A.D. to the heart of southwestern Ontario. London, Ontario is now home to a full-time, high-performance sport and academic program unlike anything else in the region, and A.S.A.D. London gives student athletes in southwestern Ontario access to the elite training, academic support, and integrated services that have made A.S.A.D. a first-of-its-kind program in the world.

Student athletes at A.S.A.D. London train and learn in a high-performance environment designed to help them excel on their athletic pathway, in the classroom, and beyond. With the same proven structure as our Durham campus, A.S.A.D. London athletes develop the skills, mindset, and resilience they need to succeed at the next level and in life.

Academic Delivery

A.S.A.D. London works in partnership with the Thames Valley District School Board (TVDSB) to integrate high-performance sport training directly into each student athlete’s timetable. The result is a balanced, personalized school day that supports both academic and athletic success.

Students receive individualized classroom support and a flexible schedule that accommodates their competition commitments. Timetables are developed collaboratively between A.S.A.D. and each student’s home school guidance counsellor.

Semester Snapshot

Each semester, full-time students are enrolled in:

  • One Physical Education focus course
  • One course led by an on-site TVDSB teacher, delivered during their two periods at A.S.A.D.
  • Two in-person courses at their home school

This gives each student a full complement of four courses per semester.

Technical Support Streams

A.S.A.D. London currently offers dedicated technical training streams in the following sports:

Technical Support Streams

Student athletes in a technical stream participate in two 75-minute technical sessions and three 75-minute strength and conditioning sessions each week, coached by qualified experts in the Canadian sport system.

Technical sessions focus on individual skill development, tactical understanding, and building the self-reliance athletes need to succeed at the next level, whether that is post-secondary competition, provincial teams, or national programs.

Over the course of the year, student athletes complete more than 85 strength and conditioning sessions and more than 70 sport technical sessions.

Individual Athlete Development Stream

A.S.A.D.’s Individual Athlete Development Stream is designed for athletes competing in individual sports or sports without a dedicated technical stream. Past and current individual stream athletes have competed in basketball, lacrosse, figure skating, wrestling, soccer, baseball, fastball, cycling, gymnastics, rugby, football, swimming, rock climbing, and track and field.

Student athletes in this stream participate in five 75-minute strength and conditioning sessions per week, covering strength, flexibility, mobility, speed, and more.

Meet the Coaches

  • Madison Boone S and C Coach
  • Mr. King

Kathy McLlwain

(EPIC) Hockey Coach

Kathy McLlwain is a high-performance skating coach with more than 33 years of experience developing elite hockey players. A former Skate Canada athlete and Ice Capades performer, she specializes in skating efficiency, speed, edge work, and game-specific movement. Kathy has worked with the OHL’s Windsor Spitfires and has trained NHL and PWHL athletes, including Bo Horvat, Boone Jenner, and Natalie Spooner, to name a few.

Patrick Johnston

Volleyball Coach

Patrick Johnston is the Head Coach of the Fanshawe Falcons Men’s Volleyball team and a coach with the London Volleyball Club. Since taking over the Falcons program in 2013, he has led the team to multiple OCAA medals and national championship appearances while earning recognition as CCAA Coach of the Year. Johnston is passionate about developing athletes and helping grow the sport of volleyball in Southwestern Ontario.

Stefan Vandendriessch

S and C Coach

Stefan Vandendriessche is a Strength & Conditioning Coach with a BSc. in Coaching and Sports Performance and certifications in Functional Movement Screen (FMS) Levels 1 & 2 and TRS Movement & Mobility. A former multi-sport athlete with a background in Olympic weightlifting, he combines practical experience with evidence-based training methods to help athletes improve performance, strength, and movement quality.

Stefan has worked with athletes competing at the NHL, OHL, and NCAA levels, as well as Olympic medalists in figure skating. Passionate about long-term athlete development, he is committed to helping young athletes build confidence, athleticism, and habits that support success both in sport and in life.

Trevor Gallant

(EPIC) Hockey Coach

Trevor Gallant is a former OHL star, Team Canada player, and longtime professional athlete with 16 years of experience in Europe. A current scout for the Sudbury Wolves, Trevor combines elite playing, coaching, and scouting experience to help athletes develop their skills, hockey IQ, and confidence on and off the ice.

How to Apply

Step 1: Express Your Interest

Email us to let us know you are interested. You will be added to our mailing list and invited to upcoming A.S.A.D. Information Sessions.

Email asadlondon@abilitiescentre.org to let us know you're interested

Step 2: Attend an Information Session or Day in the Life

We strongly recommend that all applicants and at least one parent or guardian attend an information session before applying. The session covers the full program including the schedule, facilities, staff and coach profiles, and enrollment fees. During a Day in the Life visit, prospective students participate in a technical or strength and conditioning session, meet staff and current students, and tour the facility.

Step 3: Submit Your Application

Submitting an application is not a commitment to join the program. It allows A.S.A.D. to project enrollment for our school board partners, confirm sport stream offerings, and assess your eligibility and fit. The admissions process considers:

  • Athletic achievement
  • Athletic character, attitude, and work ethic (coach references are taken into account)
  • Home school guidance counsellor recommendation

Step 4: Receive Your Offer Letter

Accepted student athletes will receive an offer letter with details on registration, scheduling, and enrolment fees. A deposit is required at the time of registration to secure your spot in the program.

Apply Now: 2026-2027 Application Form

Enrolment Fees

As a charitable non-profit organization, Abilities Centre relies on program fees to deliver the highest quality A.S.A.D. experience, remove barriers to participation, and support our broader mission of building more inclusive communities.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Enrolment Fees: Full Year (Two Semesters)

Enrolment fees range from $5,500 to $8,500 per year, depending on the sport stream.
All fees are designed to recover program costs. Your confirmed enrollment fee will be included in your offer of admission.

Enrolment Fees: One Semester (First or Second)

Enrolment fees range from $3,500 to $5,500, depending on the sport stream.
All fees are designed to recover program costs. Your confirmed enrollment fee will be included in your offer of admission.

Is there a fee to apply?

No. There is no fee to apply to A.S.A.D. We encourage all families to connect with our team or attend an information session before completing their application.

Questions about enrolment?

Contact us at asadlondon@abilitiescentre.org