Why Club Team VA
VA Coaches
Lawrence "LoJo" Johnson
LoJo began pole vaulting in 1989 and since has records on all stages and led the charge to return the US to the international medal podium with two Olympic appearances including a silver medal performance in Sydney, a world title, 7 US national titles, 4 NCAA titles, six-time conference champion, six-time All-American and seven-time All-SEC selection. He was a three-time SEC All-Academic team member.
Christina Johnson
Christina Johnson was the Volunteer Assistant Coach at the University of South Carolina assisting the pole vault for three years.
read moreTeam VA Principles
- Do not let go of the pole.
- Do not use the word "Can't".
- Only one focus per vault.
- You cannot train in frustration.
- The bar is your only real competitor.
About Team VA
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LoJo Vault Assault is the concept produced by one of the world's premier pole vaulters Lawrence "LoJo" Johnson. LoJo's Team Vault Assault is an exclusive elite pole vault team consisting of vaulters challenging themselves to excel beyond their peers in their respective age ranks.
As well as other athletes in Track and Field and in all sports.
"A dedicated vaulter will always have his determination focused on the next bar, the next record, the next challenge. Team Vault Assault is our team that trains physically and mentally to challenge records in our age groups, schools, states, colleges, US and the World." – LoJo
Team Vault Assault training base is located in Columbia, SC, however anyone can join to become a better trained vaulter and athlete with guidance by Team VA in coordination with the athlete’s regular coach.
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You can sign up via our web site www.lojovaultassault.com and subscribe to pay the monthly membership fee via PayPal. You will then be able to download Team VA Application and Questionnaire. Forms can then be faxed or emailed to (888) 822-8781 or teamva@lojovaultassault.com.
In addition to the forms, video of the athlete will also need to be submitted to create the customized training plan. Within 48 hours after receiving the forms and video a personalized monthly training plan will then be emailed to email address provided on questionnaire.
For information on how to become part of the LoJo Vault Assault Team send an email to teamva@lojovaultassault.com.
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Testimonials
“Big Thanks to LoJo. Ian won the USATF Youth Nationals today (intermediate division). Learned a lot from LoJo's clinic. Thanks again."Sonny West
“Colleen tied PR and set a season best mark on one day of rest following camp. I suspect she will crush her PR when she vaults with fresh legs. She obliviously learned a lot.”Troy McClean
“Great team, wonderful experience, learned that anything is possible in life with hard work and a positive attitude! It's more than a team, it's a family that helps you reach your potential for greatness.”Vica Shobe
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