Continue your athletic journey in college.
At Instride, we will work closely with you to co-create a personalized recruitment plan so you can pursue your greatest goals.
Lee ‘26 commits to Cal Berkeley
"InStride Counseling made it easy to prioritize my success in school and running while making meaningful choices college recruiting. Any questions I had were answered and I was able to develop a better understanding of what to look for in the recruiting process. Their guidance not only helped me feel confident in my decisions but gave me a clear plan to find the best college for me." - Brooke
InStride has helped athletes commit to the schools below:
Recruiting Myths
Myth 1
Only the most successful high school athletes can compete in college.
Reality
High school athletes at varying levels of achievement can find the right fit due to numerous options in D1, D2, D3 or Junior College.
Myth 2
Recuitment only occurs when coaches initiate contact with athletes via letter, text or call.
Reality
While some programs may reach out, many coaches are looking for proactive athletes to reach out to them first.
Myth 3
Coaches will walk you through sequenced steps of the recruiting process once you've made contact.
Reality
Coaches are incredibly busy, and the process will vary from program to program, so no universal roadmap for athletes exists.
Our Mission
Selecting a college that is the best academic and athletic fit is such an important and pivotal decision for a student/athlete, yet few resources exist to inform and support searches, outreach, and application. InStride is here today to change all of that.
Services
We are here to guide you through each step of the journey, informed by the experiences of numerous collegiate athletes and input from coaches at every NCAA level, so that you can find the best and right college, for you.
Meet Brody Barkan, Founder of InStride Counseling
“As a recruited high school track and field athlete, my parents and I used what little available information and support we could find to navigate the difficult and fuzzy process. I founded InStride Counseling to provide athletes and parents with critical information about the myths and realities of NCAA athletics, tips to help avoid typical pitfalls along the way, and tools to navigate the recruitment process with clarity and success.”
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