WELCOME TO TPH ACADEMY
WATERLOO REGION
“Student-athletes who strive to be the best versions of themselves require care, coaching, and customization, not just on the ice, but off the ice as well. Whether it’s the high volume of quality training hours, the flexible, individualized learning approach taken in the classroom, or the resources TPH makes available to aid in student-athlete wellness, this model is perfect for our Region. Student-athletes who attend TPH Academy will put themselves in an advantageous position to be successful in hockey, school, and life. I can’t wait to connect with families to show them how specifically that can happen if they attend TPH Academy.”
- Brandon Merli, Director and Head of Hockey, TPH Academy Waterloo Region
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At TPH Academy Waterloo Region, our student-athletes Study, Train, and Play every day. Each week, a typical schedule includes the following breakdown:
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SPORT SPECIFIC HRS/WKFrom public speaking contests to finance clubs, we are focused on providing our student-athletes with opportunities that fit their interests and allow them to learn valuable life skills.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Part of attending TPH Academy is ensuring our student-athletes are connected with their communities and understand the value of providing their time and support. All of our locations take part in community service projects from raking leaves across the neighborhood to assisting at soup kitchens.
GUEST SPEAKERS
Our guest speakers bring new perspectives and ample experience from their trade and life. Our student-athletes have been fortunate enough to have been visited by guests, including current professional athletes, coaches, and referees. Our guests are not just limited to the industry of sport but include business executives, marketing specialists, psychologists, and physical therapy experts, among others.
FIELD TRIPS
We make a conscious effort to ensure our student-athletes get exposure to many different experiences. Previous field trips have included museums, professional sports facilities, college campuses, and more.
SAMPLE DAY
8:05 a.m.
Arrival
8:10 a.m.
Academics
9:15 a.m.
Video/Warm-Up
10:00 a.m.
Training - Sport
11:05 a.m.
Training - Gym
12:00 p.m.
Lunch/Break
12:50 p.m.
Academics
2:50 p.m.
Activity/Break
3:00 p.m.
Academics
4:00 p.m.
Depart
The Academy blended learning environment combines an online curriculum with on-site infrastructure and academic support. Academic leaders are in the classroom working with students to ensure a positive learning environment, accountability, a personalized structure, and accelerated learning programs, as they train for their sport.
Courses taught by certified, focused instructors, available to student-athletes live and during office hours.
Course progress can be reviewed by academic leader and parent(s) in real time. Support available for student-athletes with IEP’s and 504 plans. Prepare our student-athletes to become independent, self-starting college freshmen.
OUR ACADEMICS ARE
Customized.
Student-athletes will earn their academic credentials through our trusted partner's virtual learning platform, with in-person, on-site academic support and facilitation from TPH Academy’s dedicated and trained staff. Courseware can be completed anytime from any laptop, tablet, or mobile device, whether in the classroom or on the go for sports travel. With a comprehensive course catalogue including university prep courses, foreign languages, and a wide range of elective course offerings, TPH Academy Waterloo Region student-athletes are well-positioned to receive a world-class, Ontario-certified education, all while pursuing their athletic goals.
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Our dedicated staff is focused on making student-athletes the best versions of themselves, in and out of the field, court, or rink. We believe in leading by example and lay the groundwork for lessons and values that will last a lifetime.
Brandon Merli
Director and Head of HockeyShannon Murdock
Head of AcademicsYoussef Zaki
Strength & Conditioning CoachChase Campbell
Player Development Coach & MentorMike Mcilveen
Player Development Coach & MentorTPH WATERLOO REGION
CAMPUS
400 East Ave. Kitchener, ON N2H 1Z6
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TPH Academy Waterloo Region student-athletes will enjoy the unique opportunity of on-ice training at The Aud and utilizing the Kitchener Rangers’ fitness facilities. In an environment built and experience facilitated for holistic development and advancement, TPH Academy Waterloo Region student-athletes will be inspired, encouraged, and motivated to discover newfound levels of potential, taking ownership of their development on the ice, in the classroom, and in life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
While we are one team, TPH Academy is not sports a team. We are an academy that allows you to focus on your individual skills. Additionally, you can still play for your current team. This makes for an awesome training environment where our student-athletes get to build a community with like-minded student-athletes.
At TPH Academy, each student-athlete learns from certified Teachers through our customizable virtual platforms, with access to virtual tutors 24/7. Our on-site Head of Academics and Success Coach(es) are additional resources as they cultivate an environment conducive to learning. These multiple layers of support ensure that your student-athlete receives a personalized academic plan, preparing them for the ultimate game: the game of life.
Our student-athletes train four days a week in the gym on-site with our coaches.
DID YOU KNOW: student-athletes can receive physical education credit for the training.
They are certainly welcome to, but we do offer a meal plan working with the restaurant, located inside the facility, to offer healthy and delicious options at an affordable price.
This is one of the primary benefits of TPH Academy. We believe that the traditional brick-and-mortar system is not conducive to the lifestyle of the aspiring elite student-athlete. We are flexible with our attendance policy because we understand the travel that sports require and the toll a season can take on a student-athlete. The beauty of our platform is that we can operate virtually. The biggest factor is that we believe our student-athletes get the most out of their experience by attending on-site, but we understand that may not always be possible.
Our mentorship program aims to educate our student-athletes on “the process” of becoming elite. Part of that is through the mentorship program, which includes Coach FA's Mentorship Program, community service, and guest speakers.
TPH Academy provides balance as we tailor our athletic and academic development model to each student-athlete. Much of the daily experience is shaped by when, where, and how your student-athlete studies, trains, and plays at his or her best.
Courses and assignments are tailored to each individual and prioritized by the TPH academic team in partnership with the student-athlete, keeping in mind their weekly sports and competition schedule.
Additionally, we require our student-athletes to fill out weekly surveys through RippleWorx, our athlete management system, to help our staff understand the holistic state of our student-athletes. These surveys track sleep, nutrition, injuries, and more to ensure we know how to balance each student-athlete's workload.
TPH Academy can provide support for IEP's and 504's. We have built our centers with learning environments that help all types of learners and set up our student-athletes for success. However, students will have to complete a determination meeting with our education partner to ensure we can meet all the needs of the student.