At RPS Academies, our Sports Psychology program, led by Dr. Michael D. Champion, focuses on applying psychological principles to enhance athletic performance and enjoyment. Dr. Champion, a Sport and Performance Consultant with a doctorate in Sport and Performance Psychology and certification as a Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC), brings a wealth of experience working with athletes, performers, and professionals across various fields. His expertise helps individuals and teams reach their full potential while enjoying the process of improvement.
The system is the machine that implements the methodology. It is comprise of parents, coaches, the environment, and the Athlete.
Our system is created to develop champions in life, promoting independence and critical thinking.
The system is the machine that implements the methodology. The system is the machine comprising athletes and parents.
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Professional Pathway: It is the only academy in the world that has its OWN professional teams, making this goal MUCH more achievable
College Placement: The academy prides itself on achieving 100% college scholarships every year. The College Advisory Program provides 1-on-1 personalized guidance EVERY step of the way in the recruitment process.
Safety: The academy operates in a state-of-the-art all-inclusive gated facility with all accommodation, school, and training facilities onsite.
International & Multi-Sport: As one of the four high performance academies operating within the facility (Tennis, Golf, Soccer, and Volleyball) and hosting student-athletes from all over the world, the academy environment is ideal for development, creating an ‘Olympic Villa’ atmosphere and a strong identity.
The Rush Soccer Factor: From its unique and exclusive partnership with Rush Soccer, our student athletes access an unmatched portfolio of resources and services in College Advisory Program, Technical, Physical, and Tactical training, as well as Video Analysis and Sports Psychology. There are numerous opportunities to travel and play abroad and so much more!
Juan Abuchaibe, a seasoned tennis director and former professional player, boasts an impressive career marked by significant coaching and development roles with both professional and collegiate tennis players. His leadership was instrumental as the Junior Davis Cup captain in 2012, and he adeptly guided the Colombian team at the Youth Olympic Games in China in 2014.
Juan’s influence further extended to mentoring young talent in the COSAT European Circuit for U14 in 2012. He helmed the Junior Development Program of the Colombian Tennis Federation from 2007 to 2009 and again from 2013 to 2014, shaping future generations of players. As captain at the ODESUR Games in Santiago, Chile, and Lima, Peru in 2014, along with his role as a Colombian delegate for COSAT and ITF circuits from 2007 to 2014, Juan’s global experience has profoundly enriched his contributions to tennis, underscoring his lasting impact in the sport.
Andres has a successful track record of developing tennis players from their early phases to professional and college levels. He runs the world-recognized RPS Academies tennis division, known for its exceptional training and development strategies that help athletes achieve their highest potential. Under his guidance, players have achieved remarkable results on the ATP, WTA, and ITF tours. Andres’s expertise extends to developing comprehensive training programs and meticulously planning tennis tournament schedules, ensuring each athlete is well-prepared for competition
Our program has two unique training sessions, one in the morning and one in the afternoon.
The morning session includes two hours of stroke production and technique development. The focus of the afternoon session is point development and match play. The students will have one hour of on and off-court conditioning and weight training three times per week. Our method of two training sessions per day will allow the student to assimilate the instruction effectively.
Our high-performance Academy has a track record of helping players reach their potential. In addition to academy training, players will be given a chance to train with the best players and engage in match-play, conditioning, mental training, video analysis, and player analysis.
Each morning, our athletes focus on mastering strokes and fundamentals fundamentals such as control, height, depth, placement, and ball speed. In the afternoon, the training shifts to strategic tactical work, allowing athletes to apply their skills in game-like scenarios. This dual-focus approach ensures comprehensive development and improved performance.
Our program has two unique training sessions, one in the morning and one in the afternoon.
The morning session includes two hours of stroke production and technique development. The focus of the afternoon session is point development and match play. The students will have one hour of on and off-court conditioning and weight training three times per week. Our method of two training sessions per day will allow the student to assimilate the instruction effectively.
Our high-performance Academy has a track record of helping players reach their potential. In addition to academy training, players will be given a chance to train with the best players and engage in match-play, conditioning, mental training, video analysis, and player analysis.
Develop cognitive endurance to maintain a positive focus on goals despite challenges. This includes enhancing motivation, managing pressure effectively, building confidence, and improving concentration to overcome challenges and stay resilient during tough times.
Learn to set clear, actionable goals that offer direction and motivation. Dr. Champion emphasizes creating realistic and achievable goals that boost athletes’ confidence and drive performance by focusing on objectives that will most effectively support optimal performance.
Develop mindfulness to enhance overall performance. This practice involves being aware of your thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, which aids in maintaining focus, reducing stress, and managing distractions. Mindfulness helps improve your ability to stay present and calm under pressure and in competitive situations.
Learn to view mistakes as valuable learning opportunities. Dr. Champion will help you develop strategies to handle errors constructively, allowing you to stay composed and perform consistently even when faced with setbacks.
One key difference between our methodology and others is our focus on the contact point of the stroke, which we emphasize through live ball training.
Our primary objective is to develop the cognitive and mental aspects of the game, including emotional control and intellectual understanding. To achieve this, we conduct training based on games.
Strengthen your ability to maintain focus on key tasks. This includes developing situational awareness, prioritizing effectively, and adjusting your attention as needed to stay engaged with important aspects of performance and overcome distractions.
Managing competitive environments effectively is crucial. Develop pre-performance routines that enhance relaxation, mindfulness, focus, concentration, activation, and confidence, and create in-competition routines with physical or mental triggers for refocusing.
Final Preparation and Daily Training
Ultimately, our success is judged by the results, which is why it is crucial for athletes to arrive at competitions well-prepared in all aspects of their game. Daily practices expose them to various types of pressure, teaching them to perform at their best, under pressure, against opponents with different playing styles. This exposure helps them interpret and adapt to different plays based on their opponents and the court surfaces.
Our systematic approach includes all of the fundamental components for peak performance including endurance, strength, power, speed, balance, coordination, agility, flexibility, and nutrition.
Develop strenght, speed, coordination and agility with the RPS Tennis specific conditioning program
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