Overview

Elite Vault Academy shares pole vault training services with PoleVault911 (pv911.com) combined we offer 25+ current high school, collegiate and post-collegiate pole vaulters and 5 seasoned coaches. We offer private lessons, and pole vault strength coaching at session, monthly and seasonal memberships rates.

With our elite coaching many of our area vaulters have held best marks in Georgia, multiple state champions, most of our vaulters have improved their personal bests every few months.

We have multiple locations, we host indoor vault training at Atlanta Track Club headquarters and outdoors at Life University in Marietta, GA.

For inquiries, call us at (202) 251-6084 or PV911 at (404) 304-0231 .

50+ Technique Drills
1200 Athletes Trained
25cm Avg. Height Gain
Elite Vault Academy shares pole vault training services with PoleVault911 (pv911.com) combined we offer 25+ current high school, collegiate and post-collegiate pole vaulters and 5 seasoned coaches. We offer private lessons, and pole vault strength coaching at session, monthly and seasonal memberships rates. With our elite coaching many of our area vaulters have held best marks in Georgia, multiple state champions, most of our vaulters have improved their personal bests every few months. We have multiple locations, we host indoor vault training at Atlanta Track Club headquarters and outdoors at Life University in Marietta, GA. For inquiries, call us at (202) 251-6084 or PV911 at (404) 304-0231 .

How to Vault Higher

Pole vaulting is a complex event broken down into phases. We focus on mastering each phase through specific drills.

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The Approach

Develop a consistent, rhythmic run with high knees and proper posture. Speed creates energy.

The Plant

Master the transition of energy from the run to the pole. High hands and active takeoff.

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The Swing & Turn

Learn to invert and rotate around the pole (corkscrew) to maximize height over the bar.

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Safety First

Progress safely with landing drills, bail-out techniques, and proper pole selection.

Essential Pole Vault Drills

Browse our library of drills categorized by skill level and phase.

  • All
  • Beginner
  • Approach
  • Plant
  • Inversion
Beginner 05:20
Approach Phase

Pole Carry Mechanics

Learn the proper grip width and hand position for a stable carry.

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Beginner 03:45
Plant Phase

Walking Plant Drill

Practice the timing of the plant without the stress of a full run.

Watch Now 1.8k views
Intermediate 08:10
Takeoff

Sand Pit Long Jump

Focus on driving the knee and jumping up at takeoff into sand.

Watch Now 3.1k views
Advanced 06:30
Inversion

Rockback & Rollovers

Develop the core strength to invert the hips above the shoulders.

Watch Now 4.2k views
Advanced 04:15
Clearance

The Corkscrew Turn

Mastering the rotation at the top of the vault for bar clearance.

Watch Now 1.5k views
All Levels 10:00
Conditioning

Pole Runs (Sprints)

Sprinting with the pole to build specific speed and endurance.

Watch Now 5.6k views

Train Anywhere

Our drills are accessible on any device. Bring your training plan to the track, the gym, or review technique at home. Consistent review of proper form is key to muscle memory.

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What Vaulters Say

"The plant drills completely changed my takeoff. I stopped getting ripped off the ground and started driving the pole. Added 6 inches to my PR in one season!"

Sarah Jenkins, Collegiate Vaulter

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