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Velletri · Rome · Lazio, Italy
41°41′N · 12°46′E · Velletri, Lazio
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High Performance Tennis · Central Italy

Where serious players come to train.

A high-performance training base 40 minutes from Rome — built for professionals, competitive juniors, and athletes who demand more from their environment. 13 courts. Clay. Hard. Indoor.

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Location Rome, Lazio 40 min from city centre
Courts 13 courts Clay · Hard · Indoor
Programmes Pro · Junior · Adult Year-round · All levels
Response Within 24 hrs info@colledeglideiacademy.com
Training Profile — Your Programme

We are here to perfect
every detail of your game.

Preview your most relevant programmes, services, and support structure — built for clarity, not generic promises.

Recommended structure
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Tell us your level, goals, and timeline — we'll propose the right structure.

The Facility · Velletri, Rome

The Facility.

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Colle Degli Dei — full facility aerial view
Full facility · aerial view
 Courts aerial
13 courts · clay, hard & indoor
 Gym
Gym · strength & conditioning
 Locker room
Locker rooms
13
Courts · Clay, Hard & Indoor
2 gyms
On-site S&C facilities
Pool
Recovery · on site
Physio
Integrated · not separate
Dorms
On-site accommodation

13 courts, two gyms, physio suite, pool, restaurant, padel lounge and on-site dorms — everything a serious player needs, in one place, 40 minutes from Rome.

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High Performance — Who It's For

A structured training
environment. Tailored to
serious players.

Every programme is built around the player's level, objectives, physical condition and competitive calendar — whether developing, rebuilding or competing.

Structured weekly rhythm Performance feedback Match-play integration Individual planning
01 Tour / ITF Base

Professional Tennis Players
(ATP & WTA)

For full-time professionals on ATP/WTA Tours, Challenger, and ITF circuits who need a serious, stable training base.

  • High-performance daily training environment
  • Individualised technical and tactical work
  • Competition-driven intensity and routines
  • Flexible scheduling around tournament weeks
  • Discreet, professional atmosphere
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Typical focus
Match patterns & point construction
Serve/return + first 4 shots
Tournament prep blocks
Recovery rhythm + load management
02 U14 – U18

Competitive Juniors

For nationally and internationally competing juniors who need structure, accountability and long-term athletic development.

  • Technical foundations with modern biomechanics
  • Tactical development and point construction
  • Physical preparation adapted to growth stages
  • Match exposure and competitive routines
  • Education-compatible training schedules
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Key priorities
Movement quality & footwork base
Repeatable technique under pressure
Competitive habits & routines
Balanced load + recovery education
03 ITF / National

High-Level Adult Players

For ITF / national-level players and ambitious adults seeking performance gains, consistency and a serious training rhythm.

  • High-intensity on-court sessions
  • Advanced tactical and match-specific work
  • Individualised physical conditioning
  • Competition preparation blocks
  • Season planning support
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What changes fastest
Shot selection + decision speed
Repeatable patterns for your style
Serve + return efficiency
Fitness built for real match demands
04 Comeback

Return-to-Performance Program

For players returning from injury or extended breaks, requiring controlled load, confidence rebuilding and progressive intensity.

  • Gradual re-integration on court
  • Load monitoring and recovery management
  • Technical re-calibration
  • Mental confidence rebuilding
  • Medical coordination if applicable
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Controlled progression
Volume → intensity ladder
Movement confidence rebuild
Technical stability under load
Return-to-match readiness checkpoints
05 1–4 Weeks

Short-Term Training Blocks

Ideal for off-season preparation, pre-tournament blocks or targeted performance phases.

  • 1–4 week intensive blocks
  • Technical and physical focus weeks
  • Match play integration
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Fast performance feedback
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Best use cases
Off-season rebuild
Pre-tournament sharpening
Specific weakness upgrade
High-volume match-play week
Inside the Training Environment
Focus · Rhythm · Professional Standards

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE PERFORMANCE

An Integrated High-Performance Team

Coaches, performance staff and mental training experts working together to build complete, high-level players.

Team Spotlight

Alberto Castellani

Alberto CASTELLANI

Head Coach & Mental Training Expert

Corrado Favale

Corrado FAVALE

Director & Head Coach

Franco Viu

Franco VIU

Professional Tennis Coach

Luca Emanuele Cecchini

Luca Emanuele CECCHINI

Professional Tennis Coach

Paolo Ciafrei

Paolo CIAFREI

Coaching Staff

Simone Ferrarese

Simone FERRARESE

Coaching Staff

Rocio Galarza

Rocio GALARZA

Coaching Staff

Benedetta Strona

Benedetta STRONA

Performance / Coaching

Marco Arceri

Marco ARCERI

Strength & Conditioning

Aranda Mariano

Aranda MARIANO

Tennis Fitness Coach

Giorgio Caponera

Giorgio CAPONERA

Mental Training

Gabriele Mastrella

Gabriele MASTRELLA

Physiotherapy

Andrea Vinci

Andrea VINCI

Stringing

Programmes & Pricing · Colle Degli Dei

Fees &
Offers.

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Clear starting prices across four training formats — from a single day to a full-time monthly programme. Final placement and fee confirmed after a short evaluation of the player's profile.

Daily Rate
Single Training Day
€110
/ day
No commitment required
  • Full day of on-court training access
  • Coaching as scheduled for that day
  • Use of academy training facilities
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Professional Player · Weekly
Intensive Training Week
€690
/ week
From · subject to evaluation
  • Structured on-court training with the coaching team
  • Technical & tactical work adapted to level and goals
  • Full access to academy courts and facilities
  • Optional add-ons: private sessions, physio, stringing
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Part-Time · Monthly
Flexible Training
€950
/ month
From · subject to evaluation
  • Selected weekly on-court training blocks
  • Technical coaching and tactical development
  • Flexible scheduling depending on availability
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Full-Time · Monthly
Academy Programme
€2,450
/ month
From · complete programme
  • Comprehensive weekly coaching framework
  • Technical, tactical & physical development
  • Player pathway planning & progression review
  • Designed for medium- to long-term commitment
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€15
Swimming Pool Access
Per day · optional add-on
€5
Station Transfer — One Way
Velletri station ↔ Academy
€10
Station Transfer — Return
Velletri station ↔ Academy · round trip
€70
Airport Transfer
Rome Fiumicino or Ciampino ↔ Academy · one way
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Prices shown are starting references and may vary according to programme type, weekly volume, duration, coaching format, and additional services requested. Players requiring tournament support, private arrangements, or a fully integrated plan receive an individual quotation following evaluation. Accommodation is separate and quoted depending on season, duration, and availability.

Not sure which programme fits? Send us a brief description of the player's level, goals and preferred dates — we'll come back with the right recommendation within 24 hours.

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Location & Environment

Italy elevates
your training.

The right environment doesn't distract — it sharpens focus, supports recovery, and helps serious players build better weeks.

Italy — training environment
Energy. Beauty. Focus. Italy keeps athletes inspired — without distracting them from the work.
Colle degli Dei Academy · Italy
Italian culture Culture
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Why Italy elevates performance
A serious tennis country
Italy offers deep tennis infrastructure, competitive training standards, and an environment where serious work is respected and expected.
Lifestyle that protects recovery
Better sleep, calmer daily rhythm, and a natural balance between work and rest allow athletes to train harder without burnout.
Nutrition and food quality
Fresh ingredients and simple meals support sustained energy levels and efficient recovery — without needing to think about it.
Consistency week after week
Stable routines and fewer disruptions allow players to build real momentum — the kind that only comes from uninterrupted blocks of quality work.
Mediterranean rhythm
The pace of life in central Italy naturally supports the recovery cycle — calm evenings, quality sleep, and a culture that values both performance and rest.
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Life Between Training Weeks

Rome is 40 minutes
from your court.

When you're not training, you're recovering. Italy makes that easy — and Rome makes it extraordinary.

Field Notes — Location

The city that recharges you between sessions.

Serious training requires serious recovery. Rome offers world-class culture, food, and atmosphere — everything a player needs to reset mentally and come back sharper. This guide covers the best of it.

40'
From the academy
2,800
Years of history
Italy
Top tennis nation
12°C
Avg winter low
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Contact information

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Via Colle Calcagno, 31/11, 00049 Velletri RM, Italy

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