Performance Electives
To help reach the goal of becoming the TOTAL ATHLETE -- someone who maximizes his or her potential across all dimensions of performance -- the IMG Performance Institute works closely with all of the sports divisions to develop a core physical and mental conditioning plan that each student-athlete will receive in conjunction with their sport-specific training.
In addition student-athletes will have the ability to select a performance elective based on their needs, age and phase of development.
Electives
why become the total student-athlete?
From Carolina Murphy, IMG's Director of Admissions for 30-plus years:
“By preparing our student-athletes to take on all of life’s challenges, IMG Academies affects more than the next four years — it directly impacts the next 40."
“By preparing our student-athletes to take on all of life’s challenges, IMG Academies affects more than the next four years — it directly impacts the next 40."
Every student attending IMG Pendleton will receive one elective per semester as part of their overall tuition toward the TOTAL ATHLETE program. The majority of IMG Pendleton students will attend their elective class within their academic schedule. Electives will also be offered throughout the day to accommodate students who have full course loads and/or who do not go to IMG Pendleton, but do attend a IMG-approved academic institution.
When a student completes at least three years (6 semesters), an IMG Performance Institute certificate indicating evidence of athletic and character development course completion will be placed in their files and accompany school transcripts when mailed to colleges. This is just another way IMG students can stand out from the competition during the college admissions process.
A brief summary of the 10 Elective Divisions is provided below, however, we highly encourage you to learn more by clicking here, or by contacting Chris King at (941) 739-7476 or christopher.king@imgworld.com. Once you have made your selections, please complete the registration form and return it to IMG Academies Admissions along with your registration packet.
| Performance Electives | Recommended For | Pre-requisites |
|---|---|---|
| Vision Training 1 | All Students |
None |
| Vision Training 2* |
All |
Vision 1 |
| Nutrition 1 |
All |
None |
| Nutrition 2* |
All |
Nutrition 1 |
| Mental Toughness |
Freshmen (Grade 9) & up |
None |
| Stress Management |
Freshmen (Grade 9) & up | None |
| Communications by game on 1 |
All | None |
| Communications by game on 2* | All | Communication 1 |
| Communications by game on 3* | All | Communication 2 |
| Communications by game on 4* | Juniors (Grade 11) & up |
Communication 3 |
| Life Skills - Preparing for Life after the Academies |
Juniors (Grade 11) & up | None |
| Yoga |
All |
None |
| Speed Training |
All | None |
| Injury Prevention and Care |
All | None |
| SAT/ACT Preparation |
Juniors (Grade 11) & up | None |
Notes:
* You may select from each division only once. Some courses require students to have attended the foundation courses (ex. Vision 1 before Vision 2). If you have previously taken Vision, Nutrition, or Communication by game on during your time at IMG Academies and think you are eligible for level 2-4 courses please contact Chris King at 941.739.7476 or christopher.king@imgworld.com.
Performance Electives will be assigned based on your tenure at IMG Academies as well as your academic and athletic schedule. We will do our best to sign you up for your highest choice based on class availability. If this is not possible, you will receive your next highest available choice.




No football training center in the world can provide the combination of knowledge, coaching expertise and playing experience offered at the IMG Madden Football Academy for football team training. Led by legendary coach/broadcaster John Madden and directed by Heisman Trophy and National Championship winner Chris Weinke, the IMG Madden Football Academy offers the foundation for on-field success. The Football Team Training program at the IMG Madden Football Academy can help your team prepare for an upcoming season or stay in game shape during the offseason by offering the ultimate mix of world-class facilities, ideal weather and easy access to fields, dining and accommodations, while helping you become THE TOTAL ATHLETE
The
One of the most decorated high school and collegiate athletes of all time, Chris Weinke became a legend in the state of Florida after helping lead Florida State University to its first undefeated season and second national championship in 1999. Weinke went on to win several major awards in 2000, including the Heisman Trophy, while finishing his career with a 32-3 record and as the FSU record-holder for career passing yards and career touchdown passes.

