Student Life
For IMG Academies athletes enrolled in a full-time program or weekly program, IMG Academies in Bradenton, Florida, has a wide range of on-campus student accommodations. Boarding students benefit athletically, academically, culturally, and emotionally through living and training in a positive, supervised, athlete-centered environment.
Student life at IMG Academies is a melting pot of cultures, personalities, skills, and interests, with over 80 different countries represented on campus. Our staff is 100% committed to the security, well being and development of our students, working hard to provide an array of activities that grow and challenge them to embrace diverse opportunities in life.
Activities
Off-campus extra-curricular activities include trips to local beaches, Florida theme parks like Walt Disney World and Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay Lightning/Rays games, movies, bowling, plays, theatre, concerts and much more. Supervision and transportation is provided. Click the below to see what's happening on and off-campus at IMG Academies.
what our parents say...
Why choose IMG Academies?
"My son's tennis game has improved dramatically with the skills he was taught...but what is even more dramatic is that his self-esteem and integrity are back. He now has a zest for the game and last week beat the No. 1 player on the court. He is now self-disciplined enough to take the initiative to practice, study and be responsible...you helped him find himself."
- Herb and Elizabeth L., Parents
Student Rec Center
"My son's tennis game has improved dramatically with the skills he was taught...but what is even more dramatic is that his self-esteem and integrity are back. He now has a zest for the game and last week beat the No. 1 player on the court. He is now self-disciplined enough to take the initiative to practice, study and be responsible...you helped him find himself."
- Herb and Elizabeth L., Parents
The Student Rec Center is available for students to congregate, enjoy the pool, watch movies, play games, participate in dances, concerts, Wii tournaments and other scheduled events, poolside.
Student Council
The Student Council at IMG Academies serves as the student leadership group that provides a voice for the student body, while promoting self-confidence, leadership, teamwork and dedication. The Student Council:
- Works as a liaison between administration, faculty, department heads and fellow peers in an effort to make positive change and improvements to the campus
- Serves as an ambassador in welcome new and prospective students
- Meets weekly with the Director of Student Services, Community Services Coordinator, Activity Coordinator and other department leaders to discuss upcoming projects, events, community outreach services, campus life and problem solving.
Clubs, Arts & Music
Our student-athletes aren't confined to just the athletic environment and classroom. IMG Academies student-athletes can also choose to participate in clubs or activities that focus on student government and all types of art, music and performing arts. We know that talent comes in all forms, and we want you to take advantage of all the extracurricular activities available to ensure that you maximize your time at IMG Academies.




If you are an aspiring or current professional, IMG Leadbetter Golf Academy is the world's premier training grounds. For LPGA, PGA, and other top players to improve their games and prepare for their respective professional seasons, IMG Leadbetter offers a completely customized program that is implemented to cater to the specific needs of each individual player. Past participants include Paula Creamer, Julieta Granada, Casey Wittenberg, Carolina Llano, Catriona Matthews, Ryo Ishikawa and many more
Clayton has worked at numerous David Leadbetter Golf facilities throughout the world including in Austria, South Korea and England. He's been at the IMG Leadbetter Golf Academy since 2010 and has worked with notable LPGA player such as Na Yeon Choi and Mi Jung Hur. As a junior golfer he was a finalist in 1993 at St. Andrews and was the 1999 North-East-Noth-West PGA Assistants Champion.
Creamer came to IMG Academies when she was 13 years old and has been training here ever since. Her personal coach is IMG Leadbetter Golf Academy Director, David Whelan, and he has been by her side throughout her entire career.
