July 29th, 2025 – U.S. Ski & Snowboard and USPA to offer High Quality Flexible Education to U.S. Ski & Snowboard Athletes
Elkins, N.H. – US Performance Academy is thrilled to announce that it has become an Official Online Academic Partner of the U.S. Ski & Snowboard, the national governing body for Olympic skiing and snowboarding.
“Our athletes spend a lot of time on travel and competition,” said Trisha Worthington, Chief Revenue & Philanthropy Officer at U.S. Ski & Snowboard. “USPA’s high quality, rigorous and flexible education aligns perfectly with their needs. In addition to USPA’s excellent education, this partnership offers our members exclusive discounts on tuition, collegiate eligibility guidance, and lifetime college counselling.”
USPA will offer online seminars to U.S. Ski & Snowboard members and attend select U.S. Ski & Snowboard events to provide in-person expert guidance from Family Advisors.
“USPA is thrilled to partner with U.S. Ski & Snowboard. We have many junior skiers and snowboarders that currently attend USPA, and we know that our flexibility and custom support are a great benefit to competitive skiers and snowboarders. At USPA, school goes wherever your travel schedule goes, and our accredited program and experienced learning coaches ensure student athletes don’t have to choose between pursuing their dreams and pursuing their education,” said Aileen Hawkins, CEO of Inspired Online Schools USA.
USPA Elite’s unique online learning model empowers motivated student-athletes to train, travel, and compete at the highest levels in their chosen sport. Unlike other online schools, USPA is fully accredited and NCAA approved. It offers flexible school schedules, academic calendars, and a comprehensive support system for students in grades 6-12. Through this partnership, young athletes can pursue their goals in sport without compromising their education.
To learn more about USPA, visit www.gouspa.org/USSS.
Register for a Virtual Open House or Connect with a USPA Family Advisor.
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Media Contact:
Esther Clark Email: esther.clark@inspiredonlineschools.com
About US Performance Academy:
USPA Live is open for enrollment with online classes starting August 2025, beginning with grades 6-10. USPA Elite is open for enrolment for middle and high school athletes and performers in grades 6-12. Through a comprehensive educational support program, USPA’s teachers, learning coaches, counselors, and coaches create a community where online education and performance intersect with a human connection. For more information, visit: www.gouspa.org
About U.S. Ski & Snowboard:
U.S. Ski & Snowboard is the Olympic and Paralympic National Governing Body of ski and snowboard sports in the USA, based in Park City, Utah. Started in 1905, the organization now represents nearly 240 elite skiers and snowboarders competing on 10 teams: alpine, cross country, freestyle moguls, freestyle aerials, snowboard, freeski, nordic combined, ski jumping, Para alpine and Para snowboard. In addition to the elite teams, U.S. Ski & Snowboard also provides leadership and direction for tens of thousands of young skiers and snowboarders across the USA, encouraging and supporting them in achieving excellence. By empowering national teams, clubs, coaches, parents, officials, volunteers and fans, U.S. Ski & Snowboard is committed to the progression of its sports, athlete success and the value of team. For more information, visit www.usskiandsnowboard.org
USA Water Polo and USPA to offer Flexible Education to rising water polo athletes
Elkins, N.H. – US Performance Academy (USPA) is thrilled to announce that it has become the Official Online Academic Partner of USA Water Polo. USA Water Polo, the governing body for the sport of water polo in the United States, is responsible for fielding U.S. National and Olympic Teams while also hosting a wide variety of annual tournaments in an effort to grow the sport across the country. The organization is headquartered in Irvine, California with member clubs located throughout the United States. This collaboration establishes an academic and athletic pathway to enable junior water polo athletes to train and compete while receiving a high-quality online education.
“USA Water Polo members have long been high achievers in and out of the classroom and the USPA’s rigorous and flexible education aligns perfectly with their needs,” said Jamie Davis, CEO at USA Water Polo. “We’re excited that this partnership will offer our members exclusive discounts on tuition, collegiate eligibility guidance and more.”
In addition to online seminars, USPA will attend select USA Water Polo events to provide in-person expert guidance from Family Advisors and support junior water polo athletes on their journey to college as they train and compete at elite levels.
“It’s an incredible fit for USPA to partner with USA Water Polo,” said Pete Smith, Founder and President of USPA. “USA Water Polo has become synonymous with excellence in youth sport and we could not be more excited to work with such an amazing organization. Our school provides athletes the kind of academic flexibility that results in a distinct advantage over the competition.”
USPA’s unique online learning model empowers motivated student-athletes to train, travel, and compete at the highest levels in their chosen sport. Unlike other online schools, USPA is fully accredited and NCAA approved. It offers flexible school schedules, academic calendars, and a comprehensive support system for students in grades 6-12. Through this partnership, young athletes can pursue their goals in sports without compromising their education.
To learn more about USPA, visit www.gouspa.org.
Follow USPA on social media:
Instagram: @usperformanceacademy
Facebook: www.facebook.com/USPerformanceAcademy
Media Contact:
Megan Burch
Phone: 603.715.0519
Email: megan.burch@gouspa.org
About US Performance Academy:
US Performance Academy is an online school for high-performance athletes in grades 6-12, providing the flexibility to achieve both athletic and academic success. Through a comprehensive educational support program, USPA’s teachers, learning coaches, counselors, and coaches create a community where online education and performance intersect with a human connection.
About USA Water Polo
USA Water Polo, Inc., is the national governing body for water polo in America, overseeing our United States Olympic program as well as 20 championship events annually, such as Junior Olympics and Masters National Championships. With nearly 50,000 members, USAWP also is the sanctioning authority for more than 500 member clubs and more than 400 tournaments nationwide. USAWP is committed to the development of the sport throughout the U.S., fostering grass-roots expansion while providing a national system of affiliated clubs, certified coaches, and officials. For more information, visit www.usawaterpolo.org
USPA offers Flexible Online Education to the Elite Shamrocks players
Elkins, N.H. – US Performance Academy (USPA) is thrilled to announce that it has become the Official Online Academic Partner of the Watertown Shamrocks, a Tier II Junior ice hockey team located in Watertown, South Dakota. The team held their first game this September in the NAHL Central Division.
“USPA’s flexible, high-level education aligns perfectly with the needs of our athletes who want to advance their academic prospects while enhancing their game,” said Shamrocks Head Coach, Casey Kirley. “Our athletes are constantly on the move and with USPA, school goes where they go, taking the worry out of missed school days.”
“It’s also an incredible fit for USPA,” said Pete Smith, Founder and President of USPA. “The Shamrocks attract some of the best hockey players in the country, and we are thrilled to be their academic resource. We specifically see these athletes taking advantage of our Postgraduate Program to stay sharp and increase their collegiate marketability.”
USPA’s unique online learning model empowers motivated student-athletes to train, travel, and compete at the highest levels in their chosen sport. Unlike other online schools, USPA is fully accredited and NCAA approved. It offers flexible school schedules, 12-month academic calendars, and a comprehensive support system for students in grades 6-12, plus PG. Through this partnership, athletes can pursue their sporting goals without compromising their education.
To learn more about USPA, visit www.gouspa.org.
To connect with a USPA Family Advisor, visit https://gouspa.org/contact/
To register for USPA’s Virtual Open House, visit https://gouspa-2829907.hs-sites.com/virtualopenhouse
Follow USPA on social media:
Instagram: @usperformanceacademy
Facebook: www.facebook.com/USPerformanceAcademy
About US Performance Academy:
US Performance Academy is an online school for elite athletes in grades 6-12, providing the flexibility to achieve both athletic and academic success. Through a comprehensive educational support program, USPA’s teachers, learning coaches, counselors, and coaches create a community where online education and performance intersect with a human connection.
Media Contact:
Megan Burch
Phone: 603.715.0519
Email: megan.burch@gouspa.org
USA Volleyball and USPA offer Flexible Education to Junior Volleyball Players Worldwide
Elkins, N.H. – US Performance Academy (USPA) is thrilled to announce that it has become the Official Online Academic Partner of USA Volleyball. USA Volleyball is the National Governing Body (NGB) for the sport of volleyball in the United States and is recognized as such by the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) and the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC). This collaboration establishes an academic and athletic pathway to enable junior volleyball players to train, travel and compete while receiving a high-quality online education.
“USPA’s flexible, high-level education aligns perfectly with the needs of our junior volleyball community,” said Jamie Davis, President and CEO of USA Volleyball. “Our athletes are constantly on the move and with USPA, school goes where they go, taking the worry out of missed school days.”
In addition to online seminars, USPA will attend select USA Volleyball events to provide in-person expert guidance from Family Advisors and support players on their journey to college and elite athletics.
“It’s an incredible fit for USPA,” said Pete Smith, Founder and President of USPA. “USA Volleyball is a top-tier NGB in youth sport and we could not be more excited to work with such an amazing organization. Our school provides athletes the kind of academic flexibility that results in a distinct advantage over the competition.”
USPA’s unique online learning model empowers motivated student-athletes to train, travel, and compete at the highest levels in their chosen sport. Unlike other online schools, USPA is fully accredited and NCAA approved. It offers flexible school schedules, academic calendars, and a comprehensive support system for students in grades 6-12. Through this partnership, young athletes can pursue their goals in sports without compromising their education.
To learn more about USPA, visit www.gouspa.org.
To connect with a USPA Family Advisor, visit https://gouspa.org/contact/
To register for USPA’s Virtual Open House, visit https://gouspa-2829907.hs-sites.com/virtualopenhouse
Follow USPA on social media:
Instagram: @usperformanceacademy
Facebook: www.facebook.com/USPerformanceAcademy
About US Performance Academy:
US Performance Academy is an online school for high-performance athletes in grades 6-12, providing the flexibility to achieve both athletic and academic success. Through a comprehensive educational support program, USPA’s teachers, learning coaches, counselors, and coaches create a community where online education and performance intersect with a human connection.
About USA Volleyball
Founded in 1928, USA Volleyball is a non-profit organization recognized by the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC), the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) and World ParaVolley as the National Governing Body for the sport of volleyball including the disciplines of beach, indoor, sitting, snow and beach Paravolley in the United States. With more than 425,000 registered members, USA Volleyball conducts national championship events, coaching and officials certification programs, and grassroots development across all disciplines in a lifetime sport in which all can participate. USA Volleyball’s teams have won an Olympic medal in every Olympic Games since 1984, five Paralympic medals since 2004 and numerous World Cup, World Championship and Continental Championship titles. USA Volleyball’s women’s teams are the reigning gold medalists in the Olympic indoor, beach and Paralympic events. The United States is the first country to have won a gold medal in each discipline at a single Summer Games. For more information on USA Volleyball, visit www.usavolleyball.org. #PathtothePodium
Media Contact:Megan Burch
Phone: 603.715.0519
Email: megan.burch@gouspa.org
Innovative online school and USA Climbing join forces to provide elite student-athletes rigorous, flexible schooling option
Elkins, N.H. – US Performance Academy (USPA), the only fully accredited, NCAA-approved online school for committed student-athletes in grades 6 through 12, announces an exciting new partnership with USA Climbing. USA Climbing is recognized by the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee as the National Governing Body for the sport of competition climbing. USPA will offer student-athletes the flexibility to train and compete at the highest level while obtaining a rigorous, high-quality education that is custom-tailored to fit within their family’s busy lifestyle.
“Our world-class athletes and aspiring Olympians have demanding schedules that require flexibility to fully accomplish their goals,” said Marc Norman, CEO of USA Climbing. “For our athletes and families, a world-class education is a top priority and USPA is meeting a need for us. This partnership signifies a commitment to reaching new heights, both on and off the wall, as we empower the next generation of climbers to excel academically and athletically.”
Blending rigorous, comprehensive, and technologically advanced curriculum with the human attention and guidance from individual learning coaches, USPA supports the student-athlete’s unique schedule, creates a pathway towards their personal, professional, and athletic goals, and leverages the latest technology for an on-the-go environment. Many of the school’s faculty members and learning coaches are former elite-level athletes who competed on the international stage and understand the challenges of balancing sports commitments with education expectations.
“At USPA, our team of learning coaches and teachers understand the demands of high-performing student-athletes,” said Pete Smith, Founder and President of USPA. “We are excited to introduce our model to USA Climbing families. USPA is a great fit for elite climbers that are traveling the world to compete at their very best.”
USPA will offer USA Climbing student-athletes a rigorous, yet supportive education experience and the flexibility to train, travel, and compete around the world. All students work with an individual learning coach who helps them stay connected and on track with their schooling. Whether a student aspires to compete in the Olympics, professionally, or at the collegiate level, USPA helps them achieve their athletic goals without missing a beat in school.
To learn more about USPA connect with a Family Advisor:
or Register for a Virtual Open House:
https://gouspa-2829907.hs-sites.com/virtualopenhouse
Innovative online school and elite youth training program join forces to provide elite student-athletes rigorous, flexible schooling option
Elkins, N.H. – US Performance Academy (USPA), the only fully accredited, NCAA-approved online school for committed student-athletes in grades 6 through 12, announces an exciting new partnership with Sports Academy, one of the nation’s premier sports training organizations. Now the Official Online Education Provider of Sports Academy. USPA will offer student-athletes the flexibility to train and compete at the highest level while obtaining a rigorous, high-quality education that is custom-tailored to fit within their family’s busy lifestyle.
“Both Sports Academy and USPA strongly believe that education and sports play an important role in molding young people,” said Chad Faulkner, Sports Academy CEO. “It is our duty to make sure that our athletes have the right tools to thrive both academically and athletically. By joining forces, we provide athletes and families with a proven positive pathway for accelerated development.”
Blending rigorous, comprehensive, and technologically advanced curriculum with the human attention and guidance from individual learning coaches, USPA supports the student-athlete’s unique schedule, creates a pathway towards their personal, professional, and athletic goals, and leverages the latest technology for an on-the-go environment. Many of the school’s faculty members and learning coaches are former elite-level athletes who competed on the international stage and understand the challenges of balancing sports commitments with education expectations.
“At USPA, our team of learning coaches and teachers understand the demands on high-performing student-athletes,” said Pete Smith, Founder and President of USPA. “It’s an honor to partner with the team from Sports Academy. Their facilities and training programs are the industry’s best. It’s a natural fit for us, and I’m thrilled to welcome their student athletes to our school.”
USPA will offer Sports Academy’s dedicated student-athletes a rigorous, yet supportive education experience and the flexibility to train, travel, and compete around the world. All students work with an individual learning coach who helps them stay connected and on track with their schooling. Whether a student aspires to compete in the Olympics, professionally, or at the collegiate level, USPA helps them achieve their athletic goals without missing a beat in school.
To learn more about Sports Academy’s education partnership, please visit: www.sportsacademy.us/saprep. To learn more about USPA, visit www.gouspa.org.
ABOUT US PERFORMANCE ACADEMY: Founded in 2012 by athletes for athletes, US Performance Academy is the online school for elite athletes in grades 6-12 that provides the flexibility to achieve both athletic and academic success. Through a comprehensive educational support program for the whole student-athlete, USPA teachers, learning coaches, counselors, and coaches create a community where online education and performance intersect with a human connection.ABOUT SPORTS ACADEMY: Sports Academy, a premier institution in the world of human performance, fosters a high-performance culture driven by excellence, innovation, and expertise. Renowned as industry-leading experts, we empower individuals and teams to achieve extraordinary results through leading-edge protocols , state-of-the-art facilities, and world-class coaching. Our expert-driven, safe, and effective full-circle training approach caters to youth, adult, amateur, professional, tactical, and elite athletes. Collaborating with top professionals in sports medicine, rehabilitation, cognition, sports science, and research, we implement evidence-based practices and utilize best-in-class performance technology. Sports Academy’s leading-edge flagship facilities in California, and Texas are complete with full diagnostic, development, competition, and recovery environments that energize the training and competitive experiences that yield optimal results.
USPA will offer a flexible education to American junior cyclists competing around the world.
Elkins, N.H. – US Performance Academy (USPA) is thrilled to announce that it has become the Official Online Academic Partner of USA Cycling. USA Cycling is the national governing body for bicycle racing in the United States covering the disciplines of road, track, mountain bike, cyclo-cross, and BMX across all ages and ability levels. This collaboration establishes an academic and athletic pathway to enable junior cyclists to train and compete while receiving a high-quality online education.
“USPA’s flexible, high-level education aligns perfectly with the needs of the junior cycling community,” said Scott Usher, Chief of Corporate Development at USA Cycling. “These athletes are constantly on the move and with USPA, school goes where they go.”
In addition to online seminars, USPA will attend select USA Cycling events to provide in-person expert guidance from Family Advisors and support junior cyclists on their journey to college and elite athletics.
“It’s an incredible fit for USPA to partner with USA Cycling,” said Pete Smith, Founder and President of USPA. “We are honored that USA Cycling recognizes USPA as the best academic choice for their athletes, they excel in youth sport and we could not be more excited to work with such an amazing organization. Our school provides athletes the kind of academic flexibility that results in a distinct advantage over the competition.”
USPA’s unique online learning model empowers motivated student-athletes to train, travel, and compete at the highest levels in their chosen sport. Unlike other online schools, USPA is fully accredited and NCAA approved. It offers flexible school schedules, academic calendars, and a comprehensive support system for students in grades 6-12. Through this partnership, young athletes can pursue their goals in sports without compromising their education.
NAHL, NA3HL, NAPHL to offer Student Athletes Top-Tier, Flexible Education
ELKINS, NH – The North American Hockey League (NAHL) is pleased to announce that the US Performance Academy (USPA) has been named the Official Online Academic Partner of the NAHL, the North American 3 Hockey League (NA3HL), and North American Prospects Hockey League (NAPHL).
This collaboration establishes an academic and athletic pathway to enable hockey players to train, travel, and compete while receiving a high-quality online education.
“USPA’s flexible, high-level education aligns perfectly with the needs of our elite players,” said Mark Frankenfeld, Commissioner and President of the NAHL. “Our players are committed to moving on to elite colleges and universities and with USPA they can get the flexibility to advance their hockey skills while obtaining a rigorous education and broadening their opportunity to secondary school participation.”
In addition to online seminars, USPA will attend select NAHL, NA3HL, and NAPHL events to provide in-person expert guidance from staff to support hockey players on their journey to college and elite athletics.
“It’s an honor to partner with NAHL and its associated leagues,” said Pete Smith, Founder and President of USPA. “The NAHL, NA3HL, and NAPHL have all become synonymous with excellence in hockey and we could not be more excited to work with such an amazing organization. Our school provides players the kind of academic flexibility that results in a distinct advantage over the competition on the ice.”
USPA’s unique online learning model empowers motivated student-athletes to train, travel, and compete at the highest levels in their chosen sport. Unlike other online schools, USPA is fully accredited, and NCAA approved. It offers flexible school schedules, academic calendars, and a comprehensive support system for students in grades 6-12. Through this partnership, young athletes can pursue their goals in sports without compromising their education.
To learn more about NAHL, visit www.nahl.com
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USPA and USODA Optimist Development Program join forces to provide a flexible education to junior sailors
Elkins, N.H. – US Performance Academy is excited to announce a partnership with USODA. USODA is the National class organization for Optimist sailing in the United States. This partnership will create an academic and athletic pathway that allows junior sailors to train and compete without sacrificing a quality education.
“USODA is pleased to partner with US Performance Academy. The flexibility and quality of USPA’s education is a great fit for sailors who are constantly on the go, training and competing.” Beth Danilek, Executive Director of USODA
Through this new partnership, USPA will attend USODA sailing events educating families on the value of the flexibility and ease of schedule that we bring to our students’ lives.
“Back in 2013, I created USPA with the express purpose of providing a rigorous online education to meet the needs of elite sailors.” Pete Smith, USPA President & Elite Sailor
USPA’s unique online learning model provides motivated student-athletes with the flexibility to train, travel, and compete at the highest levels of their chosen sport. Unlike any other online school, USPA is fully accredited and NCAA approved, providing 6-12 grade student-athletes with a flexible school schedule and academic calendar, and a unique support system to keep students involved, connected, and on track. The new partnership opens up a doorway for elite young athletes to achieve their future aspirations in their sport without missing a beat in school.
Innovative online school and USASA join forces to provide elite freeskiers and riders a quality, flexible schooling option
Elkins, N.H. – US Performance Academy (USPA), the only fully accredited, NCAA-approved online school for high performing student-athletes in grades 6 through 12, announces an exciting new partnership with the United States of America Snowboard and Freeski Association (USASA). USASA hosts snowboard and freeskiing competitions across the country with a 30+ year history of cultivating Olympians, icons, and great human beings through fun, fair and progressive events.
“We are thrilled to partner with the US Performance Academy and provide our members with access to their exceptional educational resources,” said Michael Mallon USASA Executive Director. “It’s a great opportunity for the next generation of independent student-athletes to achieve their academic goals while continuing to progress in freeskiing and snowboarding”
USASA is the first-step in the Olympic pipeline and where every single US Olympic Snowboard and Freeski Team member got their start. USASA hosts over 500 events at 120 resorts nationwide.
USASA’s nationwide Regional Events Series (500+ regional events) give athletes of all ages and abilities an opportunity to hone their skills, build confidence, find community, and flourish in the safety of an environment that nurtures creativity, progression, and inclusion. As a 501(c)3 non-profit, USASA drives membership revenues back into snowboarding and freeskiing so the next generation of athletes will have a place to thrive in their development creating access to Olympic dreams and a whole lot more.
“At USPA, our team of learning coaches and teachers understand first hand the demands on high performing student-athletes because they have been in their shoes,” said Pete Smith, Founder and President of USPA. “We customize learning platforms that go where the athletes go and where the snow falls. Students at USPA have an academic edge because they can go to school on their own schedule. We are very excited to partner with USASA and look forward to welcoming new freeskiers and snowboarders to our USPA family.”
Blending rigorous, comprehensive, and technologically advanced curriculum with guidance from an individual learning coach, USPA supports the student-athlete’s unique schedule, creates a pathway towards their personal, professional, and athletic goals, and leverages the latest technology for an on-the-go environment. Many of the school’s faculty members and learning coaches are former elite-level athletes who competed on the international stage and understand the challenges of balancing sports commitments with education expectations.
Learn more about USASA.