How These Student Athletes Are Balancing It All With Online School

If you or your child is a student athlete, then you know of the commitment it requires to succeed academically all while training professionally.

From training schedules, travel, and competitions, it can make it hard to stay on top of academics, and often one side ends up suffering.

But at Crimson Global Academy (CGA), students are finding a way to make it all work. How?

With a school that adjusts to their lives, rather than the other way around, young athletes are discovering they don’t have to choose between their goals on the field and their success in the classroom.

What makes CGA special is its flexibility. Students can attend live classes from anywhere or catch up on recordings if training gets in the way. Teachers work closely with them to make sure they stay on track, no matter how busy their schedules get.

It’s a solution that is proving invaluable for student-athletes around the world.

See it for yourself. Meet CGA's student athletes achieving it all, and learn how online schooling was the only option for them.

Takuto, Spain

As a tennis player living in Spain, needed a school that would allow him to dedicate more time to his sport. Traditional schooling wasn’t working, so he switched to CGA, where he’s now pursuing a US Diploma.

His teachers have played a big role in helping him manage his workload, ensuring he stays on track while continuing to train.

Alongside his studies, he values the global connections he’s made at CGA, building friendships with classmates from all over the world.

His biggest dream is to succeed as a professional tennis player and become one of the best.

"CGA is a school where you can pursue whatever you have in your personal life. It helps you study at your own pace, your own abilities, and I think that is what is great about the school."

Nagwa, Egypt

As a fencer whose days are filled with training and competing at the highest levels, Nagwa recently claimed three gold medals at the African Nations Championship, competing in both cadet and junior categories, along with a silver in the junior individual event.

While her athletic achievements are remarkable, she’s also keeping up with her Pre-IGCSE studies at CGA.

"If I had to describe CGA in one word is that it's flexible. I can adapt my class schedule with my life."

During intense tournaments like the African Nations Championship, where she competed for four consecutive days, she relied on CGA’s recorded lessons to stay up to date. With her sights set on competing in the Olympics, Nagwa is grateful for a school that allows her to focus on her dreams without leaving her education behind.

"My previous physical school didn't allow me to be absent for a long time and I used to miss a lot of classes due to my fencing camps and traveling, so that really affected me academically and also athletically. However CGA has helped me a lot in this part because I can access all my classes anytime and anywhere."

Guido, Italy

Guido from Italy, spends most of his time on the road, travelling across Europe for kart racing competitions.

This year, he competed in the Rok Cup Superfinal, finishing 4th out of 101 racers from 46 countries.

Managing his racing schedule while studying full-time at CGA’s Pre-IGCSE level is no small task, but Guido has found a rhythm that works for him.

“My biggest challenge was balancing my racing and school commitments. I do physical training daily and kart weekends...CGA is very accommodating when I miss lessons. I love the fact that I can watch the recorded lessons that I missed…CGA’s online learning format suits me perfectly.”

Timmy, Dubai

In Dubai, 14-year-old Timmy is chasing his dream of becoming a professional tennis player. Ranked 20th in the Tennis European U14 standings, he trains tirelessly while working towards his A Levels at CGA.

“Online schooling gives me the flexibility to focus on my tennis career while still keeping up with my studies... and study anywhere around the world where there’s Wi-Fi, which is really helpful for an athlete.”

When Timmy is away for tournaments, he uses CGA’s recorded lessons to review what he’s missed and checks in with his teachers to make sure he’s prepared for upcoming assignments. His ultimate goal is to play at the highest level of tennis while earning a place at a top US university like Harvard or Stanford.

"When I was about 10 or 11 years old I asked my mom, what's the best university in the world and my mom said Harvard. After that I started searching Harvard on Google and I felt really interested. It's my dream to enrol in Harvard."

Caterina, Italy

Caterina, an equestrian from Italy, faced a tough balancing act as her competition schedule grew more intense.

Before joining CGA, she was homeschooled, but the lack of structure made it hard to keep up. Switching to CGA’s Da Vinci Programme allowed her to study at her own pace and focus on the subjects that mattered most to her future.

Having studied A Levels with CGA, Caterina says the independence she developed has made the transition to university much smoother. She is pursuing a degree in equestrian studies in the Netherlands while continuing to compete.

“Having this online school experience where I needed to be a bit more responsible, schedule my own days… it made me more responsible. And now that I’m in university, I need no time to adjust.”

Saida, Dubai

Tennis has always been Saida’s passion, and at just 13 she’s already competing at a high level. But with her dedication to sport came the challenge of finding enough time to train without affecting her focus on academics.

“Being an online learner, I can have two training sessions a day. When I was going to a physical school, I had no time for rest after school and had to go straight to training. But with CGA, I can rest during breaks and train peacefully.”

Today, Saida is taking the tennis world by storm with her recent achievements:

• Asian Tennis Federation: 1st place in Kyrgyzstan.
• Tennis Europe Junior Tour: 2nd place (singles) and 1st place (doubles).
• Qatar ATF: 1st place.

Why CGA is the Top Choice for Student Athletes

• Flexible Scheduling: Live, real-time classes are offered across time zones, with the ability to review class recordings, ensuring students never fall behind despite busy training or competition schedules.
• Personalised Learning: Students can progress at their own pace and tailor their academic plans to suit their career ambitions, thanks to CGA’s globally recognised curricula, including International GCSEs, A Levels, and Advanced Placement (AP).
• Global Community: CGA’s online classrooms connect students with peers and teachers worldwide, creatomg a network of like-minded, driven individuals.
• Elite Teacher Support: Experienced educators provide personalised attention, ensuring students excel in both their studies and their athletic pursuits.