Decoding Elite Performance, Longevity, and the Business of Pickleball

April 10 - 13, 2025

THE

‍Pickleball

COLLECTIVE

Gain insider access to the closely guarded secrets of peak performance and longevity – the same knowledge that propels NBA champions, Olympic gold medalists, Special Forces, and elite entrepreneurs to the top of their game.

Welcome to The Pickleball Collective – where cutting-edge science meets your passion for excellence, and where we separate legitimate performance enhancement from overhyped "biohacking" trends.

Forty spots.
Four days.

Five game-changing experts.

For four intensive days, you'll be immersed in an environment designed to revolutionize your approach to pickleball, wellness, and business growth.

At the core of our retreat is Functional Systems Training, a methodology that has transformed how elite athletes and entrepreneurs alike exceed their limits and achieve sustained excellence.

Functional Systems Training integrates every aspect of your game, mind, and body into a dynamic system that adapts, learns, and anticipates – just like the champions who dominate their fields. This is Pickleball Mastery Meets Peak Performance through the power of cutting-edge science.

Meet your guides to excellence

Erik Korem, PhD

Pioneered wearable tech in the NFL
Sleep scientist focused on stress resilience
Bringing cutting-edge science to pickleball
Turning stress into strength for executives & leaders

Landon Evans

Former Director of Sports Science, University of Iowa
Performance coach to elite athletes
Turning data into physical dominance

Alex Auerbach, Ph.D.

Mental coach to 100+ pro athletes
Performance guru for 50+ top executives and VCs
Your key to gaining focus and getting away from your “monkey mind” both on the court and in life

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Meghan Fudge

#1 Ranked Player APP Globally
Transforming amateurs into champions

Ryler DeHeart

Top 30 pickleball pro
Former tennis coach at FSU and Alabama
Master strategist of the court

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This isn’t just pickleball.

It’s your gateway to elite performance in every arena – powered by Functional Systems Training to bring your game and business to new heights.

Four days to revolutionize your game, mind, and network.

Decode the truth behind longevity and peak performance.

Cut through the noise and discover the truth behind what you have been hearing about on the podcasts (like the Huberman protocols), supplements, peptides, and peak mental performance – and what your friends are talking about in the sauna.

Master pickleball techniques that separate elite players from amateurs

Acquire mental strategies used by top athletes to thrive under pressure

Learn cutting-edge approaches to nutrition and fitness for sustained peak performance.

Harness innovative technologies for personalized performance optimization

Forge connections with fellow high achievers from diverse field

Learn the truth about stress “management” and how to turn stress into your ally

functional

systems

training

But the heart of this retreat is our Functional Systems Training, which teaches you to operate as a fully integrated system – using your mind, body, and emotions in harmony to optimize performance. This methodology has transformed elite athletes, and now, it’s your turn to master it.

Sessions Include

1

Over 6 hours of court time with Megan Fudge and Ryler DeHeart. Experience top-tier coaching and significant improvements in your game by leveraging advanced training principles to adapt your strategy and dominate the court.

2

Peak Mental Performance coaching from Dr. Alex Auerbach, Ph.D., MBA. Learn psychological tools that enhance mental resilience and focus on the court and in your business life. Dr. Auerbach’s techniques are known for helping you anticipate and adjust in any high-pressure situation.

3

Optimized Training and Nutrition with Landon Evans. Learn evidence-based approaches that use Functional Systems to align your nutrition, training, and injury prevention for sustained peak performance.

4

Performance through Stress and Resilience with Dr. Erik Korem, Ph.D. Dr. Korem will guide you through the same training he uses with elite athletes and special forces to transform stress into resilience, unlocking your full physical and mental potential.

5

Business and Investment Opportunities in Pickleball. Discover the rapidly expanding pickleball market, to identify growth opportunities and investments that align with peak performance principles.

An All-Inclusive Experience at Canyon Ranch in Tucson, Arizona

Set in a luxurious venue befitting the caliber of our gathering, every aspect of this experience is meticulously crafted to inspire and energize you. From gourmet, nutrition-optimized dining to state-of-the-art recovery facilities, no detail has been overlooked.

Your adventure begins when we pick you up from the airport.

This is your opportunity to join an elite circle of individuals who are serious about success but never lose sight of the joy that drew them to pickleball.

With Functional Systems Training as a key theme of this retreat, you’re not just improving your game – you’re gaining a science-backed competitive edge in every aspect of life.

Ready to play at a higher level?

Join us on April 10 - 13, 2025 for the ultimate pickleball experience where Functional Systems will unlock the next phase of your game, your business, and your life.

$20,000 per person

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$35,000 per couple