Sheriff’s Academy Readiness Assessment

Find the old injury or weak spot that could slow you down before the academy does

Recruit-only assessment: $129Reserve My Assessment

$129

A $399 value, for academy recruits only

One visit with a doctor of physical therapy. A clear plan for staying healthy and passing, not just a list of problems.

Most recruits who struggle in the academy don’t fail the test. They get hurt before it. A knee that was operated on years ago, an ankle that never quite healed, or a back that flares up when the running starts can turn into a missed week, a medical hold, or a restart with a later class.

This assessment finds those weak spots while they are still small, and gives you a plan to fix them while you keep training.

Is this for you?

It is a fit if you are 28 or older, have had surgery on a knee, ankle, hip, back or shoulder, have an old injury that still flares up, or feel pain on stairs or when you run. If you are young, feel great and have never been hurt, you probably do not need it yet, and we will tell you that.

What we check

27-point head-to-toe screen

Movement, mobility and the tight or weak areas most likely to break down under academy training.

Running analysis

How you land, push off and load your shins, knees and hips, since running is where most recruits get hurt.

Foot and orthotic evaluation

Flat feet and worn-out shoes drive shin splints and knee pain. We check your feet and your footwear.

Posture scan

Spots the habits that put extra load on your back and joints during long days.

Strength and power testing

Force-plate testing shows how your two sides compare, so we can see an old injury that still limits you.

Sleep, food and hydration review

Recovery decides how you hold up in week 4 and week 12, so we look at it with you.

What you leave with

Your risk profile: the specific areas most likely to cause trouble for you.
A clear plan: what to do now, what to watch, and what to do if pain shows up.
Your options if something needs fixing: hands-on physical therapy and, for stubborn or old injuries, regenerative care (ReGEN).

We are the only clinic in San Diego with all three regenerative tools: focused shockwave, radial shockwave and EMTT. That matters if you have an injury that never fully healed.

Reserve your assessment

Fill in the form and our team will contact you to schedule at the location that is closest to you. You can also call or text (619) 397-1391.

What other recruits say

“I had lingering hip pain at the start of the Academy. After my first visit, they conducted a thorough assessment, identified the issue, and created a robust treatment plan to keep me healthy in the Academy.”

Andrew, 27, cadet

“They helped me get through an old injury and have kept my body moving strongly in the Academy. I always leave feeling like I have a brand new body with zero pain. The entire team is professional, personable, and very skilled.”

Melissa, 30, cadet

“I am not as young anymore, but if you want to get through the Academy successfully, treating yourself like an athlete is a must! The team at SP makes you feel like one. If you’re feeling stiff or beat up, they will keep your body ready for anything the Academy throws at it!”

Zach, 32, cadet

Questions

What should I wear?

Wear what you would normally wear to the gym. You do not need to bring anything else.

I have had surgery before. Is this right for me?

Yes. Recruits with past surgeries or old injuries are the ones this assessment helps most. We check how the area is holding up under the kind of load the academy puts on it.

I feel fine right now. Do I still need it?

If you are young, healthy and have never been injured, you may not need it. If you are 28 or older, or something has ever been injured or operated on, it is worth checking before training ramps up.

What if I am already in pain?

Tell us when you book. We will look at what is going on, explain it in plain English, and build a plan so you can keep training.

When should I book?

Before your academy starts, or as early in it as you can. Problems are much easier to fix in the first weeks than after they have cost you training time.

Who do I contact with questions?

Call or text (619) 397-1391, or email TeamSP@SportsPerformancePT.com.

Trusted by San Diego

Best Physical Therapy Clinic, 10 years in a row

Top Regenerative and Shockwave Therapy Practice 2026

Two convenient locations

Chula Vista

861 Harold Pl, Unit 307
Chula Vista, CA 91914

Kearny Mesa

8911 Complex Drive, Suite F
San Diego, CA 92123

Monday to Thursday 9am to 6pm. Friday 8am to 5pm.

See you in the clinic,

Dr. Chris Garcia, PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS, USAW
Founder, Sports Performance Physical Therapy