Elite Sports Academy
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Elite Sports Academy - overview
Established
2012
Location
Dubai, -, United Arab Emirates
Primary Industry
Education/Training
About
Elite Sports Academy specializes in comprehensive sports training programs for children and young athletes, focusing on skill enhancement across multiple sports disciplines in a supportive learning environment. Founded in 2012, Elite Sports Academy is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The academy has transitioned from a focus on football training to offering a variety of sports programs, including swimming, gymnastics, and basketball. It operates over 35 locations in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, serving a diverse clientele.
The academy was founded by individuals with a background in sports education, although specific founder information is not available. As of October 2021, CedarBridge Partners invested an undisclosed amount in the academy, marking a significant deal in its growth trajectory. Elite Sports Academy provides a range of sports training programs for children and young athletes, aged 3 to 18 years, across disciplines like football, swimming, gymnastics, and basketball. The academy's offerings include tailored training programs, holiday camps, and various sports activities designed to improve athletic skills and personal development in a structured and engaging environment.
Revenue generation at Elite Sports Academy primarily comes from direct-to-consumer transactions for sports training services. Clients enroll their children in programs that include individual sessions, term-based training, and holiday camps. The academy employs competitive pricing for private coaching and group training sessions. Key revenue streams include the Elite Football Academy and the Elite Swimming Academy, as well as facility rentals for events and training sessions to enhance financial performance.
Elite Sports Academy plans to utilize the recent investment from CedarBridge Partners in October 2021 to expand its offerings and reach. This includes the development of new training programs designed to launch by the end of 2022 and an expansion into new markets, specifically targeting the northern emirates by 2023. The academy aims to enhance its infrastructure and training capabilities to support these initiatives.
Current Investors
CedarBridge Partners
Primary Industry
Education/Training
Sub Industries
Schools
Website
www.elitesports.ae
Company Stage
Mature - Growth Capital
Total Amount Raised
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Elite Sports Academy - deals
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