941-599-6283
201 Triple Diamond Blvd, North Venice, Fl
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

GET THE ACADEMICS BLUEPRINT TALK TO AN ACADEMIC ADVISOR

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.

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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

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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.

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.

GET YOUR BLUEPRINT TALK TO AN ACADEMIC ADVISOR

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.

TALK TO AN ACADEMIC ADVISOR
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)
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 GSI Family

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

Parent Decision Checklist

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.

HAVE QUESTIONS?

Curious how GSI Academy can accelerate your athlete's academic and volleyball journey? Fill out a quick form below and our Academics Advisor will reach out to you!

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    • Responsibilities:
      • Greet members and guest as they enter the fitness center
      • Assist members with using our computerized system
      • Answer phone calls and emails and direct them to the proper employee
      • Assist with membership sales and renewals
      • Maintain a clean and organized front desk and entry area
      • Maintain a clean and organized fitness area and check cleanliness of rest rooms, café, gym and other areas of the facility
      • Assist with scheduling appointments for fitness classes, personal training sessions, and other services
      • Monitor and enforce facility policies and procedures
      • Assist with opening and closing procedures as needed
      • Willingness to learn and work as a team player
    • Qualifications:
      • Previous customer service experience preferred
      • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
      • Ability to multitask and prioritize in a face-paced environment
      • Knowledge of basic computer skills
      • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
      • Energetic, professional personality
      • High School diploma preferred

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    Front Desk Employee 3

    • Responsibilities:
      • Greet members and guest as they enter the fitness center
      • Assist members with using our computerized system
      • Answer phone calls and emails and direct them to the proper employee
      • Assist with membership sales and renewals
      • Maintain a clean and organized front desk and entry area
      • Maintain a clean and organized fitness area and check cleanliness of rest rooms, café, gym and other areas of the facility
      • Assist with scheduling appointments for fitness classes, personal training sessions, and other services
      • Monitor and enforce facility policies and procedures
      • Assist with opening and closing procedures as needed
      • Willingness to learn and work as a team player
    • Qualifications:
      • Previous customer service experience preferred
      • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
      • Ability to multitask and prioritize in a face-paced environment
      • Knowledge of basic computer skills
      • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
      • Energetic, professional personality
      • High School diploma preferred

    Global Sports Institute 201 Triple Diamond Blvd, North Venice, FL

    logo

    Front Desk Employee

    • Responsibilities:
      • Greet members and guest as they enter the fitness center
      • Assist members with using our computerized system
      • Answer phone calls and emails and direct them to the proper employee
      • Assist with membership sales and renewals
      • Maintain a clean and organized front desk and entry area
      • Maintain a clean and organized fitness area and check cleanliness of rest rooms, café, gym and other areas of the facility
      • Assist with scheduling appointments for fitness classes, personal training sessions, and other services
      • Monitor and enforce facility policies and procedures
      • Assist with opening and closing procedures as needed
      • Willingness to learn and work as a team player
    • Qualifications:
      • Previous customer service experience preferred
      • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
      • Ability to multitask and prioritize in a face-paced environment
      • Knowledge of basic computer skills
      • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
      • Energetic, professional personality
      • High School diploma preferred

    Global Sports Institute 201 Triple Diamond Blvd, North Venice, FL

    logo

    Front Desk Employee

    • Responsibilities:
      • Greet members and guest as they enter the fitness center
      • Assist members with using our computerized system
      • Answer phone calls and emails and direct them to the proper employee
      • Assist with membership sales and renewals
      • Maintain a clean and organized front desk and entry area
      • Maintain a clean and organized fitness area and check cleanliness of rest rooms, café, gym and other areas of the facility
      • Assist with scheduling appointments for fitness classes, personal training sessions, and other services
      • Monitor and enforce facility policies and procedures
      • Assist with opening and closing procedures as needed
      • Willingness to learn and work as a team player
    • Qualifications:
      • Previous customer service experience preferred
      • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
      • Ability to multitask and prioritize in a face-paced environment
      • Knowledge of basic computer skills
      • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
      • Energetic, professional personality
      • High School diploma preferred

    Global Sports Institute 201 Triple Diamond Blvd, North Venice, FL

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