201 Triple Diamond Blvd, North Venice, Fl

College-Prep Academics for Serious Student-Athletes

55,000+ Ball Touches per Year
700+ Hours of Development Every Year
Low Athlete/Coach Ratio

MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM

Purpose-built for boys & girls indoor and girls beach volleyball.
- Fully accredited curriculum & flexible scheduling
- NCAA eligibility guidance
- AP/Honors/Dual Enrollment options

POWERED BY SAI ACADEMY

GSI’s full-time school program is operated by SAI Academy—a fully accredited academic provider that delivers the curriculum, teachers, transcripts, and college-prep advising. Accredited by Cognia it supports student-athletes with NCAA guidance and planning resources.

THIS IS HOW CHAMPIONS DO SCHOOL

Curriculum Offered
College-prep core in English, Math, Science, Social Studies; World Languages; electives. Hundreds of classes to choose from
Accreditation
Delivered through our accredited academic partner; transcripts recognized for college admissions and NCAA evaluation
Weekly success reports to coaching staff and parents
Learning Support
On-site learning facilitators, supervised study hall, weekly progress checks, teacher coordination, and checklists for away weeks
Scheduling
Block scheduling with AM/PM academic windows around practice, film, and recovery. Asynchronous modules for travel weeks.
AP / Honors / Dual Enrollment
AP & Honors placement by readiness; Dual Enrollment pathways where eligible. Guidance on course selection to balance rigor with training
NCAA Eligibility
Core-course mapping from day one, term reviews, and family check-ins to keep eligibility on track
Volleyball Environment
Fast-paced, high-IQ training with clear seasonal calendars so academics, performance, and recovery stay aligned
Recruiting
Professional, in-house process (evaluation → film/profile → targeted outreach), timed to NCAA calendars

WHERE SAI STUDENTS HAVE GONE

COLLEGE RECRUITING

Professional, In-House Process. Former pros lead a credible, coach-to-coach approach: evaluation, film/profile with current metrics and academics, targeted school lists, and outreach timed to NCAA calendars. We guide visits and decision steps. We never guarantee offers; we run a process coaches trust.

Day-to-Day Academics

Indoor Volleyball (Boys & Girls)

Academic block • Practice/film • Supervised study hall • Recovery
We set academic windows around team training—not the other way around.

Girls Beach Volleyball

Sand session • Academic block • Strength • Study hall • Recovery
Travel weeks use structured checklists and office hours to stay on pace.

Team
Yury Shakirov

Club Director/European & Russian Cup Champion

Team
Turhan Douglas

Director of Recruiting Operations/Former USC Men’s Head Coach

Team
Sandra Pires

Beach Volleyball Director/3X Olympic Medalist

Team
Dexter Rogers

Team Florida Boys Head Coach/Naples Campus Director

Leadership & Recruiting

MEET YOUR MENTORS

Our professional team is dedicated to helping you build the skill, the mindset, and the strategic plan to turn your ambition into a reality

  • 35+ years of experience
  • Recrtuiting Guidance
  • Low coach-to-student ratio
  • Individual Support

WHAT ATHLETES & FAMILIES SAY

Real success stories from our volleyball community
200+
Campers & Athletes
150+
Happy Families
100%
College Placement
80%
D1 Commitments
Nadejda
Parent of GSI camper
We came this summer from Romania to visit our relatives and decided to try a camp for our niece. After some research and also some recommendations from friends in Europe, we chose GSI. She had a couple of sessions with Coach Yuri and also joined a two-day positional camp. She liked it very much and told us it was the best experience she had so far.
Amelia
GSI camper & club athlete
The amount of growth I’ve had in just one season at GSI has already put me in communication with colleges for recruitment. The coaches at GSI are very knowledgable in the recruiting process and they’re always willing to help. I’ve been playing volleyball for 6+ years and there’s nothing like GSI in the area. I’m so grateful GSI came to Sarasota County
Xan
GSI camper & club athlete
Hello, I would just like to say that GSI is the best. It is really helpful from the upstairs gym down ti the realy amazing coaches. I thought it would be nice to hear from a player not just a parent or an outsiders point of view. I have gotten so much better from just a half season, again I love the coaches they are really helpful and great! Thank you GSI!!
Gillian
mom of GSI campers & club athletes
The best way I can describe GSI is “World Class”- World Class coaches, world classes facilities, aiming to develop world class athletes. As a volleyball mom of 2 athletes who aspire to play at the highest level, having the opportunity to train at GSI is a no-brainer.
Isla
GSI camper & club athlete
I love Global Sports Institute! We are really a family, I’m so excited for this club season as an ambassador.
Jake Wilson
USC Beach Volleyball
My child did a 3 day camp and a small additional clinic. They had a great workout to begin. Though rigorous they still managed to have fun and laugh as well. The kids were able to train with different coaches and each were fantastic!

COLLEGE RECRUITING

Professional, In-House Process Former pros lead a credible, coach-to-coach approach: evaluation, film/profile with current metrics and academics, targeted school lists, and outreach timed to NCAA calendars. We guide visits and decision steps. We never guarantee offers; we run a process coaches trust.

Accredited curriculum with AP/Honors/DE
NCAA core-course mapping & term reviews
Dedicated learning support + supervised study hall
Flexible academic windows around training & travel
Predictable practice calendar & recovery blocks
Professional, in-house recruiting (coach-to-coach)

Parent Decision Checklist

Ready to give your athlete the edge?

Join families who chose flexibility without compromise. Email our academic advisor at [email protected] or call 941-599-6283 to talk about your student-athlete's future!

F.A.Q. Frequently asked questions

SAI Academy issues official grades and transcripts; GSI provides on-site learning support and a volleyball-first schedule.

SAI Academy curriculum is accredited by Cognia (a widely recognized accreditor used across the U.S.)

Yes—SAI provides NCAA resources and guidance; our staff maps core courses and checks progress each term.

SAI guides Florida families through Step Up For Students processes; eligibility is determined by the program.

Yes — course loads are planned against your team calendar. We use pacing plans, study hall, and travel checklists to stay on pace without sacrificing rigor.

Four-year maps by sport, term transcript reviews, and proactive adjustments when travel or injuries change the plan.

We coordinate make-ups in advance and provide a post-travel plan within 48 hours.

Eligibility varies by partner and student readiness. We’ll advise on fit, workload, and how credits appear on transcripts for NCAA/college evaluation.

No — the recruiting calendar is planned after the academic plan. Film, outreach, and visits are scheduled to avoid crunch periods

Yes, starting academic year 2026-2027 we will be accepting international student-athletes.

Talk to an advisor, receive the Academics & Tuition Guide, and we’ll map a academic + training plan for your student-athlete.

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