Evert Tennis Academy is a tennis training center for developing collegiate and professional tennis players in Boca Raton, Florida.[1] The academy was founded by professional tennis player Chris Evert and her brother John Evert. It opened in 1996.[2]
The center offers part-time training options and academic and housing options for students who are enrolled full-time. Full-time students have the option to take online school or go to Boca Prep International School, which is located across the street from the academy.[3]
History
Evert Tennis Academy started a collaboration with Tennis World USA. The partnership began in February 2015.[4] During March of 2015, Evert Tennis Academy students competed in nine United States Tennis Association Florida Level 6 tournament finals.[5]
Boca West Country Club renewed their partnership with Evert Tennis Academy in late 2019.[6]
In February 2020, Evert Tennis Academy partnered with Grandview Preparatory School to provide high schools students and full-time training athletes with a custom education program with personalized teaching methods.[7]