What Championship Coaches, ADs, and Athletes Say

Why the nation's top coaches, ADs, and athletes say our Academy is the best and most effective leadership program out there!

"Jeff Janssen’s work with our student-athletes through the Michigan Leadership Academy has been tremendous. His ability to communicate with our student-athletes, along with his ability to draw student-athletes into deeper discussions about leadership is outstanding."
JOHN BEILEIN

Legendary Michigan Basketball Coach, 2 Final Fours

"Jeff’s programs have huge value and his resources are extraordinary. I have learned so many things from Jeff and so have my players and teams.”
ANSON DORRANCE

Legendary UNC Women's Soccer Coach, 22 National Championships

"The Razorback Leadership Academy has been an integral part of the growth and development of our program. The leadership principles Jeff outlined and the practical applications provided have been extremely beneficial to our student-athletes and our entire coaching staff."
DAVE VAN HORN

Arkansas Baseball Coach

“Jeff Janssen is the top expert on sports leadership at the collegiate level. Our student-athletes love the Illini Leadership Academy and frequently ask for more.”
KATHY KALER

Illinois Athletics

“The Leadership Academy at Castle View High School has proven to be a transformative experience for our student-athlete leaders, fostering a profound understanding of their roles and responsibilities. As the athletic director, witnessing the growth and development of these young leaders has been immensely rewarding."
SCOTT DOWIS

Castle View High School Athletic Director

"Jeff Janssen's Leadership Academy is the gold standard in athletic circles."
DEBBIE YOW

NC State Athletic Director Emeritus

“Jeff is an amazing motivator and a truly great listener. He challenged the student-athletes at the University of Illinois to become greater than they imagined, not just in their sport, but in life. He also encouraged us to give back to our local community and to be the selfless and courageous leaders that would impact our university, community, country, and the world. Jeff's passion and commitment to the Leadership Academy is indomitable. He has had an immeasurable impact on so many student-athletes’ lives. He's given many of us the confidence to succeed, the willingness to do more, and the commitment needed for life.”
CECE MARIZU

University of Illinois Swimmer

Develop Your Emerging Leaders, Veteran Leaders, and Coaches with Your Own Multi-Level Leadership Academy for Your Team or School

Develop Your Emerging Leaders with the Level 1 Course on Self Leadership

teach and train your younger emerging leaders and potential future team captains/leaders how to effectively lead themselves (Level 1 Course)

Develop Your Veteran Leaders with the Level 2 Course on Teammate Leadership

teach and train your current team captains/leaders how to effectively motivate and lead their teammates and hold them accountable (Level 2 Course)

Create a Powerful Leadership Team with Coaches

coaches participate in the Academy too to create a strong and unified Leadership Team that co-leads the team together (Level 1 and 2 Courses)

Led by World-Renowned Sports Leadership Expert Jeff Janssen

Widely considered the world's top expert on Sports Leadership, Jeff Janssen and his team have launched and led over 50 Leadership Academies at the nation's top colleges including North Carolina, Stanford, Michigan, Notre Dame, LSU, Illinois, Arkansas, Yale, and many others. Janssen's popular and powerful Leadership Academy is also used with top high schools including Sidwell Friends, McDonogh, Santa Fe Christian, and Little Chute High School. Jeff has developed thousands of leaders in virtually every sport at the pro, college, and high school levels. He has authored 15 books on leadership including the popular Team Captain's Leadership Manual.

Create Your Own Powerful and Proven Leadership Academy for 25 Leaders

Develop the leaders you need to succeed for your team or school with your own powerful, mulit-level Leadership Academy for 25 Leaders. Take advantage of this special 50% Discount by April 15 and develop your leaders for an entire year for less than $60 per leader! You'll get to choose which leaders go in each level.