Offering elite athletic training and innovative education programs including AI, robotics and entrepreneurship
Offering elite athletic training and innovative education programs including AI, robotics and entrepreneurship
Elite is excited to announce a new strategic partnership with Lakewood Ranch Prep, extending our championship athletics programs to a beautiful daytime campus where our athletes will appreciate multiple education options that fit their needs. Our new program will feature emphasis on AI, robotics, entrepreneurship and more as we drive to a more efficient and effective education model for our athletes that will prepare them for leadership and career opportunities of the future including emerging technologies and other lucrative trades.
In a quickly evolving technological landscape, traditional education programs are rapidly falling behind. The Elite AI and Sports Academy provides educational programs adapting to a rapidly changing landscape offering greater control, efficiency and flexibility for your athletes than ever before.
Our traditional option is a hybrid academic model designed to give student-athletes control over scheduling while still staying fully enrolled in a traditional school system. Students follow academic standards, testing, and traditional accountability. Courses are delivered through in person, classroom settings with one course done via an online digital lab at home. Student-athletes will train in the morning (field and gym) and then participate in classroom sessions in the afternoon with other students from the Lakewood Ranch Prep ecosystem.
Our AI-enhanced virtual programs and virtual hybrid programs will allow for athletic training on campus during the day while completing virtual coursework at home or in flex-space. This includes Florida virtual and other online programs. Our multiple education paths are catered to our athletes and training needs.
Our comprehensive education and athletic training schedule blends field, court, gym and the classroom for our student-athletes. Below is a look in what a typical Elite
8:00am – 9:30am Field/Court Training
9:30am – 11:00am Sports Performance/Gym
11:00am – 11:45am Lunch and Cleanup
11:45am – 3:15pm Academic programs
3:15pm Dismissal or After Care
5:15pm - 7:15pm Club Training
The above is for illustration only. Scheduling will vary sport-to-sport and per program
Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy Upper School is a W.I.S.H. Model school designed to meet the needs of today’s students by engaging curiosity and unlocking potential. As part of the Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) network, the school is committed to developing strong minds and good hearts through a personalized, student-centered approach. Serving grades K–12 on an 18-acre campus beginning in 2025–2026, Lakewood Ranch Prep offers an innovative learning environment that blends academics, collaboration, technology, and a focus on health and wellness. Students benefit from flexible learning spaces, project-based experiences, and accelerated pathways, including opportunities to earn high school and college credits early. The curriculum emphasizes health sciences and pre-med pathways, supported by real-world partnerships, while integrated technology and industry certifications enhance learning. A strong focus on social and emotional wellness, including programs like “Attitude is Altitude,” ensures students grow with confidence, resilience, and the skills needed for future success.
Charter School USA is one of the nation’s largest providers of charter school management services in the United States and a leader in the development and design of charter schools. As its mission states, “CSUSA creates and operates high quality schools with an unwavering dedication to student achievement, unyielding commitment to ethical and sound business practices, and providing a choice for communities, parents, students and professionals that fosters educational excellence in America.”
Elite Sports is focused on premier level training for our athletes. Athlete development starts with career coaches focused on the latest breakthroughs in training techniques, years of coaching experience and championship results. Recently, Elite achieved the only national championship in the Sarasota area for youth female volleyball.
Elite sports performance staff and partners have trained Olympians, golden glove winners, MLB, NBA, NFL athletes and more. Being a successful athlete requires tremendous discipline and guidance. Our staff will prepare you for a future in collegiate athletics where you will constantly be challenged to compete against some of the best talent in the country.
Elite Sports and LWRP have established partnerships with leading educational institutions and organizations around the world. These partnerships allow us to offer our students unique opportunities such as study abroad programs, internships, and research collaborations. We are proud to be part of a global network of educators and learners who share our commitment to quality education.
Elite Academy is at the forefront of educational innovation, integrating technology-driven programs that adapt to the evolving demands of the modern workforce. Our focus is on developing skills essential for future success.
We offer customized learning pathways that cater to individual student-athletes' needs and aspirations. Our programs promote academic excellence while supporting athletic pursuits and personal growth.
Our new campus features state-of-the-art facilities equipped with the latest technology for robotics, AI, and STEM education. These resources provide students with hands-on experience to excel in emerging fields.