The program has been pioneered to allow for an intensive training of Tennis and enjoyable competition opportunities at a high level, without jeopardizing the quality of education offered by our school.
- Hard work and the repetition of essential technical fundamentals
- An intensive physical preparation
- Mental coaching and player stimulation
- The implementation of an intensive competition programme
- Fitness tests
- Video analysis of each player
- Full tennis / fitness assessment which enables the implementation of an annual training plan which highlights the major aspects tobe worked upon
- Technical work and changes of background if necessary
- Physical work on fundamentals (endurance - power - mobility)
- Progressive match practice (between 2 and 3 tournaments) - Determining game identity
- Tactical work in connection with matches (beginning of competitions) and setting up the game identity
- Specific physical work related to preparation in competition
- Focus on explosive work
- Competitions (between 4 and 6 tournaments)
- Almost daily match practice
- Intensive competition practice (between 6 and 10 tournaments)
- Physical maintenance focused on recovery and injury prevention
- Implementation of the work done throughout the year via an intensive competition programme
A student’s progress is carefully monitored and evaluated as per their sports dedication and academic achievement stated and defined at the start of each term.
A thorough and detailed report is communicated to the player each term. This report is essentially a reference support or guidebook, which is a basis for further discussion between the academician's family and the assigned supervisor during the parent-teacher-coach meetings that take place each term.
Every month, tests are held in the form of challenges, on and off the court, enabling each student to develop his/her competitive spirit.
Organised over 3 days at the very beginning of the year, the integration weekend is an obligatory gateway for all students. It includes long distance challenges in teams which enable students to measure their physical and mental capabilities. It implies camping, spart an living conditions which facilitate the social links between students.
On a regular basis, players compete in UTR matches, giving them a double ranking and the best chances of being recruited in the USA.
An intense week where competition, surpassing oneself and team spirit are put to the test. The concept is a series of tennis and physical challenges designed to capitalize on the group's energy in a bid for victory!
- High training load (volume & intensity)
- Integrated physical preparation
- Coordination and motor skills (eye / foot / hand)
- Development of physical and mental qualities
- Development of mental qualities
- Importance of work - Endurance - Strengthening muscles - Proprioception
- Integrated physical preparation work
- Reinforcement of speed, coordination and power work
- Physical work adapted to the cycle of competitions to come
- Recovery and core flexibility work
Led by Thomas Scherle, physical training is a crucial practice pillar at the academy as it allows for faster progression and injury prevention. All students are expected to train 1h30 per day and to take part in all physical essential routines. The nature of the training and its intensity depends on the specific time period and profile of a player. Generally, the schedule is divided into 3 various phases.
Since 2020, the French Touch academy has undergone a major renovation and construction phase, enabling it to position itself as one of the best in Europe.
A boarding school building with a capacity of 80 beds, divided into rooms of 2, 3 or 4 students, with a surface area of 25 to 40 m², each with a bathroom and toilet.
A tourist residence of 50 high quality apartments with direct access to the academy
A 600 m² medical-sports center with 6 physiotherapy blocks, a balneo zone and an outdoor swimming pool
The international school with 8 classrooms and teachers' offices
28 tennis courts as well as an indoor hall with 7 courts (5 hard courts and 2 clay courts), 4 padels, and 2 fitness areas
They ensure that the rules of life are respected, that each player is in good health and that group time is led. Evenings and rest periods are organised in such a way as to support each young person in his or her organisation and personal development. Within the campus itself, the boarders have at their disposal various infrastructures for entertainment: ping-pong tables, swimming pool, cinema room, table football. A laundry room is available, allowing each student to organise his or her own laundry during the week.
A year full of activities
Every other weekend, in addition to the many tournaments played, the boarders benefit from an extra-sporting outing and enjoy a multitude of activities: beach outings, go-karting, cinema, bowling, outings to Montpellier, sports exhibitions.
Our American High School is a US private school which delivers quality education and is accredited bySACS CASI (AdvancED/Cognia) and whose courses are NCAA approved.Students who complete their US high school programme in NCAA approved programs become eligible to apply for scholarships/grants for their college/university education
The timetable has been specifically designed to enable students to reconcile studies and tennis in the best possible conditions.
Mornings: 18 hours of schooling spread over 5 days, including all compulsory classes + 1 hour of compulsory study in the evening for boarders.
Afternoons: 4 hours of Tennis/Physics training 5 days a week, reinforced by morning training sessions between 7:30am and 9am twice a week.
All compulsory subjects are taught, and students are specifically prepared for the Baccalauréat without wasting unnecessary time. All our teachers are qualified and specifically trained in our teaching methods, which are based on pragmatism and building students' confidence.
By the time they reach Terminale, students are fully prepared for the BAC exam through regular mock exams.
- 6th to 12th grades
- Bachelor's degree in the USA (all fields of study)
- At the academy: BTS (1 or 2 years)
- SAT
- TOEFL
With 18 hours of classes per week, classes are organised by level and in limited numbers (6 to 10 students per class maximum). This proximity speeds up the teaching process and reinforces its effectiveness.
Learning English is an essential part of the curriculum, with a strong emphasis on all forms of oral communication. English is an essential component of our curriculum, and intensive English language training enables students to prepare for the American university entrance exams and to master the language when they arrive at university. Starting in 10th grade, each student takes specific courses to prepare for the TOEFL and SAT exams. When they enter 1ère, students are systematically registered for the exams and specifically prepared.
Doctorate in Physics and Chemistry
Biomoleculars Teacher / Researcher
Participation in the editorial staff and publications of several scientific journals
Certified teacher of mathematics-physics-chemistry since 2006.
Academic tutor for trainee teachers since 2012.
The ‘Hérault’ region benefits from a well provided calendar of tournaments. Players have a choice of more than 45 ‘Open’ tournaments throughout the year, as well as many International youth tournaments (ITS and -14 years old) located in the southern region or in the north of Spain (2 ½ drive by car).
Because competition allows each player to measure progress and improve mental strength. It is also a unique opportunity for our coach to evaluate player’s progress in real match conditions.
On average, students take part in over 18 official tournaments between September and June, more than in any other academy, with up to ten additional tournaments during the summer.
It is approached in 3 stages:
- Our coaches take the time to get to know and analyze each player's behavior on and off the pitch during the first 2 months in order to assess the need for support.
- Group sessions are organized every 15 days, enabling reflection and awareness of the work to be done in order to achieve one's goals.
- If the need is expressed by the player or advised by the coach, personal support can be offered.
A complete and varied international program: ITF, Tennis Europe, for players who have reached the necessary level.
All the players who integrate the Academy benefit from a medical follow-up, which includes physiotherapy with one of the best sport physiotherapy specialists in the region.
A 600 m² sports medicine clinic on the French campus is available to students from the academy.
On arrival, all players are required to undergo a comprehensive test, enabling the sports team to carry out an in-depth medical and sports analysis, which is used throughout the year to improve medical follow-up.
Students also have access to physiotherapy care throughout the year in case of injury.
- 32 hours of training Tennis + Physique
- Face-to-face lessons (6 hours including 2 dedicated to TOEFL/SAT exam preparation)
- Accompaniment & Follow-up coaching 12 Regional Tournaments
- 32 hours of training Tennis + Physique
- Accompagnement & Suivi coaching 12 Tournois Région
- 18 hours of school teaching + directed studies
- 5 hours of evening studies
- 32 hours of Tennis + Physique training
- 8 hours of tutoring
- 6 hours of evening studies
- 32 hours of training Tennis + Physique
- Face-to-face lessons (6 hours including 2 dedicated to TOEFL/SAT exam preparation)
- Accompaniment & Follow-up coaching 12 Regional Tournaments
- 32 hours of training Tennis + Physique
- Accompagnement & Suivi coaching 12 Tournois Région
- 18 hours of school teaching + directed studies
- 5 hours of evening studies
- 32 hours of Tennis + Physique training
- 8 hours of tutoring
- 6 hours of evening studies
The gateway to the USA is part of the Academy DNA.Each student is prepared in anticipation of his integration to an American university.Everything is done to optimise the chances of a successful integration.
Top-quality tennis programs, unique infrastructure, and passionate coaches in the heart of Cap d'Agde seaside resort