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Four IMG Academy football players walk across an outdoor practice field in full uniform, representing elite high school football training and athletic performance.
Benefit of Sport Rituals
Article | 15 min
A softball player from IMG Academy fields a ground ball, crouching low with her glove extended and eyes focused on the ball as it approaches. She is wearing a black uniform, white knee-high socks, and a black visor, positioned on a grass field with an outfield fence in the background.
Softball Drills
Drills | 16 drills | 1 min each
An IMG Academy student-athlete quarterback holds a football in a ready position on the field, looking downfield with a goalpost and other athletes in the background.
Shoulder Instability Prevention and Recovery
Exercises | 6 exercises | 1 min each
Parent walks with a young athlete on an outdoor sports field, arm around the athlete’s shoulders while holding a soccer ball, symbolizing mentorship, guidance, and support.
The Playbook Podcast for Parents
Podcast | 8 episodes | 6 min each
IMG Academy female student-athlete pointing forward against a blue background, conveying confidence, leadership, and personal accountability.
The Confidence Collection
Collection | 5 lessons | 25 min each
IMG Academy student athlete standing with hands on hips during training, looking focused and determined.
Confidence: The MVP of Performance
Course | 11 lessons | 15 min each
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Leadership Certificate
Certificate | 5 lessons | 25 min each
IMG Academy athlete sitting on a bench with head bowed in reflection after a game, representing mental resilience and overcoming mistakes in sport.
Mentally Overcoming Mistakes
Workshop | 25 min
IMG Academy graphic featuring two smiling athletes talking to another athlete on a bright, sunny day
The 12 Virtues of Leadership
Video | 8 min
Two female athletes in athletic wear face each other in an athletic stance on a green turf field. Three red cones are spaced in a line between them. A coach in a black shirt stands in the background, observing the drill.
Lacrosse Drill for Defense: Mirror
Drill | 2 min
Volleyball Setting Drill: Cone Progression
Exercise | 3 min
Supplement Safety Workshop Replay
Workshop | 21 min
A baseball coach with his arm around a player's shoulder, viewed from behind, during a game at sunset.
7 Ways to Feel Confident In Front Of Coaches
Article | 15 min
IMG Academy golf athlete mid-swing during practice, wearing a light-colored polo and white cap, with focused posture and club raised at the top of the backswing.
Golf Drills
Drills | 20 drills | 1 min each
Two IMG Academy student-athletes compete for control of the ball during a soccer match, with one attempting a tackle as the other dribbles forward on the field.
Patellar Dislocation Prevention and Recovery
Exercises | 7 exercises | 1 min each
IMG Academy student-athlete holds a championship trophy overhead in a packed gymnasium as teammates and fans celebrate behind her.
The Playbook Podcast for Athletes
Podcast | 11 episodes | 6 min each
Performance Nutrition Fundamentals Certificate
Collection | 4 lessons | 25 min each
Student athlete walking arm-in-arm with two supportive adults on an IMG Academy campus, celebrating a milestone event.
Parenting the High Performance Student-Athlete
Course | 8 lessons | 15 min each
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Well-Being Certificate
Certificate | 5 lessons | 25 min each
IMG Academy athlete lies on a gym floor with hands resting on their chest, eyes closed, practicing guided breathing or recovery during a training session.
The Power of Sleep
Workshop | 23 min
Young athlete warming up with overhead arm stretches outside, in thought and reflection, preparing for training or a competition.
The Triple P Framework
Video | 5 min
A female athlete with a long braid, wearing a blue IMG Academy shirt, holds a lacrosse stick in a ready position during a footwork drill on a turf field.
Lacrosse Drill for Draw: First Step
Drill | 3 min
Back Support: Pallof Press
Exercise | 2 min
Parenting in Sport Workshop Replay
Workshop | 49 min