TAE - The Athletic Engineers | SJohnson@taeteam.com | (770) 870-7937 (Call/Text)

Maximize your athletic potential with TAE - The Athletic Engineers. As industry leaders in speed training, sports conditioning, and track & field, we empower athletes globally to elevate their performance, character, and wellness. Our meticulously designed programs focus on refining speed, form, agility, endurance, strength, and coordination to master the fundamentals of excellence. Transform your body, sharpen your mind, and propel your career with our comprehensive training methods.

 

Beliefs:

• God Fearing - Jesus Christ centered
• Success involves nurturing the complete athlete
• Training should be individualized
• Quality over Quantity
• Family Oriented

 

Shaka began coaching at a very young age and is currently inspired by coaches across all sports disciplines. She states, “Coaching is my purpose and there’s nothing else I’d rather do!"

Coach Shaka received a track and field scholarship to The University of Georgia in the early 2000’s. Some of her collegiate track and field achievements include:

• 17th in the nation for Women’s Indoor 60m hurdles              
• SEC Indoor Track & Field Champion
• SEC Outdoor Track & Field Champion
• SEC 60m hurdles Bronze Medalist
• SEC Freshman Field Event Athlete of the Year
• SEC Pentathlon Silver Medalist
• SEC Academic Honor Roll
• All East Region Team
• SEC All Second Team
• UGA Most Outstanding Sprinter
• UGA Women’s Track & Field Captain

 

After 19 years (2026), she is still listed on The University of Georgia’s Women’s Indoor Top 10 List in the 55m hurdles and 18 years (2025) in the 60m hurdles. 

Coach Shaka has received numerous certifications in order to catapult her coaching career to the next level. She currently holds six certifications:

• USATF Level 2, Track/Field Coach - Sprints, Hurdles, Relays
• USATF Level 2, Track/Field - Sports Science
• USATF Level 2, Track/Field - Jumps
• USATF Level 1, Track/Field Coach
• Performance Enhancement Specialist, NASM
• Youth Exercise Specialist, NASM

During her coaching career, she has led several athletes to the Junior Olympics, assisted athletes in obtaining sports scholarships, and also helped NFL athletes improve their 40-yard times. 

She graduated from The University of Georgia with a BSED in Sports Business.

Are you ready to get faster? Discover your potential with a complimentary trial session and take a leap towards achieving your goals!

Trial Duration: up to 45 minutes

 

SUNDAY

TIME: 1:30pm

LOCATION: Morrow High School (Green Practice Track Not the Stadium)
IMPORTANT: The track is located between the East Clayton Elementary School (3674 Steele Rd. Ellenwood, GA 30294) and Morrow High School (4930 Steele Rd. Ellenwood, GA 30294) | Head towards the side of the East Clayton Elementary School and you will see the green practice track

 

 

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Membership programs are organized as monthly memberships which allow for smaller groups and detailed instruction. TAE - The Athletic Engineers training philosophy is comprised of a quality over quantity methodology and a leadership ethos which focuses on identifying an athletes purpose and gifts.

 

Training Programs will be categorized into event specific groups:

• Speed/Sprints
• 40-YD Dash
• Hurdles
• Mid-Distance
• Pre-Season Conditioning (all sports)

 Training Duration: up to 1 hour & 30 minutes

 

ATHLETIC ASSESSMENT:

All athletes will perform an assessment prior to beginning a training program

 

TRAINING SCHEDULE:

The Athletic Engineers train year round 

 

Fall/Winter: September - February (Training available on Sundays, Mondays, & Saturdays)

Spring: March - May (Training available on Sundays & Mondays)

Summer: June - July (Training available on Sundays, Mondays, & Fridays) / August (Training available on Sundays, Mondays, & Saturdays)

 

SUNDAY

PROGRAM 

• Session I: Sprints (40yd-400m) | Mid-Distance | Conditioning 
• Session II: Hurdles

TIME

• Session I: 1:30pm-3:00pm 
• Session II: 3:00pm-4:30pm

LOCATION 

• Morrow High School (Green Practice Track Not the Stadium)
  IMPORTANT: The track is located between the East Clayton Elementary School (3674 Steele Rd. Ellenwood, GA 30294) and Morrow High School (4930 Steele Rd. Ellenwood, GA 30294) | Head towards the side of the East Clayton Elementary School and you will see the green practice track

 
MONDAY

PROGRAM

• Session I: Sprints (40yd-400m) | Mid-Distance | Conditioning

TIME

• Session I: 6:30pm-8:00pm (The time will change during the Fall/Winter Seasons)

LOCATION

• Chase Maddox Park 601 Tanger Blvd, Locust Grove, GA 30248

 

FRIDAY

PROGRAM 

• Session I: Sprints (40yd-400m) | Mid-Distance | Conditioning 

TIME

• Session I: 6:00pm-7:30pm

LOCATION

• Morrow High School (Green Practice Track Not the Stadium)
  IMPORTANT: The track is located between the East Clayton Elementary School (3674 Steele Rd. Ellenwood, GA 30294) and Morrow High School (4930 Steele Rd. Ellenwood, GA 30294) | Head towards the side of the East Clayton Elementary School and you will see the green practice track

 

SATURDAY

PROGRAM 

• Session I: Sprints (40yd-400m) | Mid-Distance | Conditioning

TIME

• Session I: 11:30am-1:00pm

LOCATION

• Morrow High School (Green Practice Track Not the Stadium)
• IMPORTANT: The track is located between the East Clayton Elementary School (3674 Steele Rd. Ellenwood, GA 30294) and Morrow High School (4930 Steele Rd. Ellenwood, GA 30294) | Head towards the side of the East Clayton Elementary School and you will see the green practice track

 

MEMBERSHIP PRICING:

*Automatic Payments

• 1 Day | Week $140 monthly 
• 2 Days | Week $195 monthly
• 3 Days | Week $225 monthly

   

*Memberships recur monthly and automatically billed on the 1st of each month 

*Please note: one session equals 1 day per week; two sessions in a single day equals 2 days per week, etc. Must be the same session(s) weekly

*Training locations, days, and times are subject to change without notice

 

 

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Non-Membership programs are based on one month only and allows for smaller groups and detailed instruction.

Training Duration: up to 1 hour & 30 minutes

 

ATHLETIC ASSESSMENT:

All athletes will perform an assessment prior to beginning a training program

 

TRAINING SCHEDULE:

The Athletic Engineers train year round

 

Fall/Winter: September - February (Training available on Sundays, Mondays, & Saturdays)

Spring: March - May (Training available on Sundays & Mondays)

Summer: June - July (Training availabe on Sundays, Mondays, & Fridays) / August (Training available on Sundays, Mondays, & Saturdays)

 

SUNDAY

PROGRAM 

• Session I: Sprints (40yd-400m) | Mid-Distance | Conditioning 
• Session II: Hurdles

TIME

• Session I: 1:30pm-3:00pm 
• Session II: 3:00pm-4:30pm

LOCATION 

• Morrow High School (Green Practice Track Not the Stadium)
  IMPORTANT: The track is located between the East Clayton Elementary School (3674 Steele Rd. Ellenwood, GA 30294) and Morrow High School (4930 Steele Rd. Ellenwood, GA 30294) | Head towards the side of the East Clayton Elementary School and you will see the green practice track

MONDAY

PROGRAM

• Session I: Sprints (40yd-400m) | Mid-Distance | Conditioning

TIME

• Session I: 6:30pm-8:00pm (The time will change during the Fall/Winter Seasons)

LOCATION

• Chase Maddox Park 601 Tanger Blvd, Locust Grove, GA 30248
   

FRIDAY

PROGRAM

• Session I: Sprints (40yd-400m) | Mid-Distance | Conditioning

TIME

• 6:00pm - 7:30pm

LOCATION

• Morrow High School (Green Practice Track Not the Stadium)
  IMPORTANT: The track is located between the East Clayton Elementary School (3674 Steele Rd. Ellenwood, GA 30294) and Morrow High School (4930 Steele Rd. Ellenwood, GA 30294) | Head towards the side of the East Clayton Elementary School and you will see the green practice track

 

SATURDAY

PROGRAM 

• Session I: Sprints (40yd-400m) | Mid-Distance | Conditioning

TIME

• Session I: 11:30am-1:00pm

LOCATION

• Morrow High School (Green Practice Track Not the Stadium)
  IMPORTANT: The track is located between the East Clayton Elementary School (3674 Steele Rd. Ellenwood, GA 30294) and Morrow High School (4930 Steele Rd. Ellenwood, GA 30294) | Head towards the side of the East Clayton Elementary School and you will see the green practice track
   

NON-MEMBERSHIP PRICING:

*Single (non-automated) Payments made per Month

• 1 Day | Week $180 a month 
• 2 Days | Week $235 a month
• 3 Days | Week $265 a month

 

*Non-Memberships are based on one month only (registration month)

*Please note: one session equals 1 day per week; two sessions in a single day equals 2 days per week, etc. Must be the same session(s) weekly

*Training locations, days, and times are subject to change without notice

 

 

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A single training session held in a group setting.

 

*Drop-ins are facilitated by appointment only and tailored to fit the needs of each athlete.

Please contact us prior to registering so that we may provide the appropriate training date and time | 770-870-7937 (call/text)

 

PRICING:

$52.00 | Session

 

 

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TAE - The Athletic Engineers has partnered with Nike Camps to host elite year round camps to develop athletes of all calibers. At camp, TAE formulates a multi-faceted approach to improve performance and create memories that will last a lifetime!

 

Each Nike Camp provides a unique experience, therefore content may vary depending on the type of camp. Some topics include:

• Assessments
• Proper Warm-up
• Strength/Conditioning
• Biomechanics
• Starts/Blocks
• Speed Development
• Speed Endurance
• Ground Contact
• Power/Force
• Cool Down
• Nutrition
• Post Camp Plans and More...

 

There's nothing better than investing in yourself! Join us at the next Nike Camp - See you soon!

QUICK GUIDE:

Nike Speed & Track/Field Camps: Click on the location(s) for more information - Jonesboro | Ellenwood

Nike Cross Country Camps: Click on the location(s) for more informtion - XC Ellenwood

 

NIKE SPEED & TRACK/FIELD CAMP IN JONESBORO, GA

 

LOCATION:

Tara Stadium / Hines Ward Stadium

1055 Battle Creek Rd, Jonesboro, Georgia 30236

 

DATES:

• June 8-12, 2026 (Mon-Fri)
• June 24-26, 2026 (Wed-Fri)
• July 6-10, 2026 (Mon-Fri)

 

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Nike Track and Field Camp T-shirt
• Individual and group instruction
• Specific training programs for specific event and experience level
• Post camp goal setting
• Full and Half Day options available

 

PRICES:

• Full Day $459 ($359 for June 24-26, 2026)
• Half Day $329 ($229 for June 24-26, 2026)
• Pre-Care: $30 additional per day (8:00am-8:45am)
• Post Care: $30 additional per day (3:00pm-4:00pm)

 

SCHEDULE:

• Full Day: 9:00am-3:00pm
• Half Day: 9:00am-12:00pm
• Check-in: 8:45am
• Check-out: 3:00pm (12:00pm for half day campers)

 

LUNCH:

Campers should bring their own lunch and snacks. Concessions will be available for purchase (chips, candy, drinks, etc.)

 

CAMP TUITION PAYMENTS:

Full payment of camp fees must be completed by the first day of the month before camp. For example:

 

• June Camps: final payment is due on May 1
• July Camps: final payment is due on June 1
• August Camps: final payment is due on July 1

 

Any camper with an unpaid balance 10 days before the start of their camp will forfeit all camp fees paid to date and be removed from the camp.

  

EVENTS OFFERED:

• Speed Development
• Sprints
• Hurdles
• Mid-Distance
• Long Jump

   

   

   

  REGISTER FOR NIKE TRACK CAMP - JONESBORO

   

    

   

  NIKE SPEED & TRACK/FIELD CAMP IN ELLENWOOD, GA

   

  LOCATION:

  Morrow High School / Steele Rd Stadium

  4930 Steele Rd, Ellenwood, Georgia 30294

   

  DATES:

  • July 20-22, 2026 (Mon-Wed)
     

  HIGHLIGHTS: 

  • Nike Track and Field Camp T-shirt
  • Individual and group instruction
  • Specific training programs for specific event and experience level
  • Post camp goal setting
  • Full and Half Day options available
     

  PRICES:

  • Full Day $359 
  • Half Day $229
  • Pre-Care: $30 additional per day (8:00am-8:45am)
  • Post Care: $30 additional per day (3:00pm-4:00pm)
    
    
     

  SCHEDULE:

  • Full Day: 9:00am-3:00pm
  • Half Day: 9:00am-12:00pm
  • Check-in: 8:45am
  • Check-out: 3:00pm (12:00pm for half day campers)
    
     

  LUNCH:

  Campers should bring their own lunch and snacks. Concessions will be available for purchase (chips, candy, drinks, etc.)

   

  CAMP TUITION PAYMENTS:

  Full payment of camp fees must be completed by the first day of the month before camp. For example:

   

  • June Camps: final payment is due on May 1
  • July Camps: final payment is due on June 1
  • August Camps: final payment is due on July 1
     

  Any camper with an unpaid balance 10 days before the start of their camp will forfeit all camp fees paid to date and be removed from the camp.

    

  EVENTS OFFERED:

  • Speed Development
  • Sprints
  • Hurdles
  • Mid-Distance
  • Long Jump

     

     

     

    REGISTER FOR NIKE TRACK CAMP - ELLENWOOD

     

      

     

    NIKE CROSS COUNTRY CAMP IN ELLENWOOD, GA

     

    LOCATION:

    Morrow High School / Steele Rd Stadium

    4930 Steele Rd, Ellenwood, Georgia 30294

     

    DATES:

    • July 23-24, 2026

     

    HIGHLIGHTS:

    • Nike Track and Field Camp T-shirt
    • Individual and group instruction
    • Specific training programs for specific event and experience level
    • Post camp goal setting
    • Full and Half Day options available
      
       

    PRICES:

    • Fully Day $279
    • Half Day $179
    • Pre-Care: $30 additional per day (8:00am-8:45am)
    • Post-Care: $30 additional per day (3:00pm-4:00pm)

     

    
     
    SCHEDULE:

    • Full Day: 9:00am-3:00pm
    • Half Day: 9:00am-12:00pm
    • Check-in: 8:45am
    • Check-out: 3:00pm (12:00pm for half day campers)
      
      

     
    LUNCH:

    Campers should bring their own lunch and snacks. Concessions will be available for purchase (chips, candy, drinks, etc.)

     

    CAMP TUITION PAYMENTS:

    Full payment of camp fees must be completed by the first day of the month before camp. For example:

     

    June Camps: final payment is due on May 1
    July Camps: final payment is due on June 1
    August Camps: final payment is due on July 1
     
    Any camper with an unpaid balance 10 days before the start of their camp will forfeit all camp fees paid to date and be removed from the camp.

     

     

    REGISTER FOR NIKE XC CAMP - ELLENWOOD

     

      

     

The 40-yard dash is a sprint generally used by football players to assess their speed. NFL and collegiate coaches thoroughly evaluate 40-yard dash results when selecting players for their teams.

Now it's your turn! Put your speed to the test and race against the clock in this exhilarating journey to the finish line!

 

Standard timing markers:

• 10-yd line
• 20-yd line
• 40-yd line

*Please note: markers can be changed 

 

Book your next event with us:

• Field Days
• Middle & High School Teams
• College Teams
• Banquets
• Summer Camps
• Corporate Party
• Team Building Experiences

 

PRICING:

CHAMPION

2 hours of 40-yd dash testing

$395

 

ELITE

3 hours of 40-yd dash testing

$545

 

 

BOOK YOUR EVENT

 

  

 

CLOSURE DATES

2026

• January 1-3
• February 14-22
• April 4-12
• April 17-19
• October 5-9
• November 23-27
• December 21-31

 

*Please check the calendar frequently as it is subject to change without notice

TAE - The Athletic Engineers | SJohnson@taeteam.com | (770) 870-7937 (call/text) 

 

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