
What is High Performance?
The Rafa Nadal Academy’s High Performance programs are designed for players who want to maximise their potential and experience an authentic high-performance environment, training under the methodology of Rafa Nadal and his coaching team.
Whether joining the Annual Program players or enjoying a more exclusive and personalised experience, participants train in a professional environment where they combine technical, tactical, physical and mental training with an approach based on effort, discipline and continuous improvement. All with the goal of accelerating their sporting and personal development, following the Academy’s training standards.
Two Ways to Experience High-Performance Tennis
Available throughout the year except during periods reserved for the High Performance Camps.
Train alongside the Annual Program
Share the court and training methodology with Annual Program players.
1:3 Training
Tennis training with a ratio of 1 coach for every 3 players.
Flexible duration
Choose one week or a multi-week stay.
Professional experience
Train in a professional environment alongside Annual Program players and following the methodology of the Rafa Nadal Academy.
High Performance Long Stay
September – June · 4–10 weeks
A 4- to 10-week program designed for players aged 14 to 18 who want to train and live at the Academy alongside Annual Program players.
Admission process
This program requires prior approval via video before the reservation can be confirmed.
A personalized high-performance experience, designed for players looking for maximum training intensity with an individualized approach.
Admission process
This program requires prior approval via video before the reservation can be confirmed.
Small groups 1:3
Reduced player-to-coach ratio.
Personalized plan
Training plan based on each player’s strengths and areas for improvement.
Individual sessions
Individual work with a coach to accelerate the player’s development.
Video analysis
Individual analysis and feedback to optimize player development.
Upcoming programs
Choose the training period that best suits your goals.
Option with Boarding
7 nights accommodation in the Academy’s supervised residence (check-in and check-out on Sunday).
Round trip service to and from the airport.
Medical care, physiotherapy and nutrition services (if necessary).
Full board.
The Team
The Rafa Nadal Academy technical team has extensive experience in training junior, professional and adult players, ensuring high quality tennis training.
Facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Within our facilities in Manacor, Mallorca, we have several main buildings: Academy : This is the “base camp” for junior players and has restricted access. It houses the supervised residence, the Rafa Nadal School and common rest areas. Rafa Nadal Residence : can be visited by the general public. Includes accommodation for adults or families. In addition to top-quality tennis courts (indoor, semi-covered, clay and hard courts), it has a state-of-the-art gym, spa, indoor and outdoor swimming pool, paddle tennis courts, restaurants and cafeteria, stores and the Rafa Nadal Museum. We also have the Quirónsalud Sports Clinic, a comprehensive and multidisciplinary service to promote sports practice in the best medical conditions.
The main language at the Rafa Nadal Academy is tennis and love for the sport.
In the annual program an English language assessment is part of the admission procedure for this program.
In the summer camp and weekly programs we have players from all over the world attending and the common language on the court is English. Many of our employees speak several languages.
We have players of different levels and the average training is between 4 and 6 hours per week. At the beginning of the program, the coaches evaluate the level of the players and place them in training groups per week according to their level and age.
Our PlayerDesk team will send you the “Academy Information” document in advance of your arrival with useful information and other useful details to help you plan your trip.
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