Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy campus

Daytime education. Championship athletics.

Elite Performance
Academy

Elite training. Flexible preparatory academics.

Lakewood Ranch, Florida · Grades 6–12

College prep, no compromise

A rigorous academic path with Cambridge AICE, AP, honors, dual enrollment and internship opportunities — built for NCAA D1 readiness.

Elite training, without overtraining

Elite-level sports training two days per week during club season — with recovery built into the week — alongside burgeoning high school and middle school teams at Lakewood Ranch Prep.

Flexible attendance

No butts in seats all day. Schedules flex around training, competition and each athlete’s academic plan.

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Campus overview

Get to know Lakewood Ranch Prep

A short look at the campus where Elite Academy athletes train and learn during the day.

Elite Sports now at Lakewood Ranch Prep

A new approach to education and training

Elite is excited to partner with Lakewood Ranch Prep, extending our championship athletics programs to a daytime campus built around a flexible schedule that never compromises the classroom. Student-athletes train two mornings per week during club season — avoiding overtraining — and follow a rigorous college-preparatory path: NCAA D1 ready, with Cambridge AICE and Advanced Placement (AP) coursework.

Students come to the academy for school — learning on campus alongside their teammates, with hybrid (flex) schedules that fit each athlete’s training load. A subtle emphasis on digital technology, AI and entrepreneurship is woven into the curriculum, and every education path is tailored to each student-athlete’s academic and training needs.

Training + Traditional Classroom

For students who thrive in a traditional classroom with in-person instruction. Athletes train on the field and in the gym in the morning, then join afternoon classroom sessions with other Lakewood Ranch Prep students — following academic standards, testing and traditional accountability, with AICE and AP coursework that keeps them NCAA D1 ready.

Training + Elite / LWRP Flex

Train by day at the LWRP campus and enroll in a three-day academic week blending à la carte core classes with electives — including a subtle emphasis on digital technology, AI and entrepreneurship.

A day at the academy

Flexible schedules for Elite athletes

Our comprehensive schedule blends field, court, gym and classroom experiences, with daytime learning and training before transitioning to club play in the evening.

Elite volleyball athletes together at a competition

8:00–9:30 am: Field / court training (training days)
9:30–10:15 am: Sports performance / gym (training days)
10:15–10:30 am: Training changeover
10:30 am–2:45 pm: Academic programs (flexible lunch included)
2:45 pm: Dismissal or after care
5:15–7:15 pm: Club training

Sports training runs two days per week during the season — currently Tuesday and Thursday, and may shift to Monday and Thursday. On all other days, students start at 10:30 am with academics. Illustrative schedule only; scheduling varies by sport and program.

Fueling performance

A focus on nutrition

Training hard means eating well. The academy keeps athletes fueled throughout the day with healthy, sports-focused options right on campus.

Grab-and-go snacks

Healthy, sports-focused snacks are available between training and classes, so athletes can refuel quickly without missing a beat.

Salad bar

A fresh salad bar gives student-athletes a wholesome, build-your-own lunch option as part of the flexible midday break.

Training and learning at LWRP

A campus built for possibility

Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy is a W.I.S.H. Model school designed to engage curiosity and unlock potential. As part of the Charter Schools USA network, it develops strong minds and good hearts through personalized, student-centered learning.

The 18-acre campus serves grades K–12, blending academics, collaboration, technology, health and wellness. Flexible learning spaces, project-based experiences and accelerated pathways offer opportunities to earn high school and college credits early.

The curriculum emphasizes health sciences and pre-med pathways, supported by real-world partnerships, integrated technology and industry certifications. Social and emotional wellness programs, including “Attitude is Altitude,” help students build confidence, resilience and skills for future success.

Charter Schools USA creates and operates high-quality schools with a commitment to student achievement, ethical and sound business practices, and educational choice for families and communities.

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The Total Athlete™

A relentless pursuit of excellence

Elite athletics

Career coaches bring years of experience, modern training techniques and championship results. Elite protects athletes’ love for the game while developing athletic ability, leadership, character, mental and physical toughness, and wellness.

Sports performance

Our staff and partners have trained Olympians and professional MLB, NBA and NFL athletes. Disciplined physical and mental preparation helps athletes face the demands of collegiate competition.

Beyond the classroom

Alongside rigorous academics, students explore digital technology, AI and entrepreneurship — practical skills that prepare them for a changing workforce while supporting each student-athlete’s goals.

Work Hard. Dream Big. Be Elite.

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