ACE Vaughan Academy - INTERNATIONAL TEAM
Train With Canada's Most Proven High-Performance Tennis Development System
The ACE Vaughan International Team offers elite junior athletes the opportunity to train within a professional, full-time high-performance environment at ACE SmartVMC in Vaughan, Ontario. Built on more than 50 years of player development, the ACE System combines world-class coaching, structured training volume, and individualized player management to help athletes maximize their potential.
Train Like a Champion This March Break – High-Performance Camp at ACE SmartVMC!
Take your child’s game to the next level with elite coaching, advanced fitness training, and skill-building activities designed for high-performance players.
Why choose our Camp?
Expert Coaching
Led by top-level coaches specializing in national and international-level training, this camp ensures your child is prepared for peak performance.
All-Day Entertainment
With fitness activities, pool time at the YMCA, and lunch breaks, your child will enjoy a full day of fun and movement.
Flexible for Families
Early drop-off and late pick-up options make this camp convenient for busy parents.
CAMP DETAILS
Dates: March Break (March 10th-14th) 9 AM - 4 PM
Location: ACE SmartVMC, 775 AppleWood Crescent, Vaughan, Ontario
Who It’s For: High-performance junior players looking to elevate their skills and gain a competitive edge
Bonus: Pool sessions and a supervised lunch hour included
👉Register Now to reserve their spot today! Click on one of the buttons below to get started!
Why Choose ACE?
🔹 50+ years of high-performance player development
🔹 Over 200 Canadian National Championships
🔹 More than 150 U.S. college scholarships
🔹 Development of Davis Cup and Billie Jean King Cup players
🔹 Led by Pierre Lamarche and Doug Burke—two of Canada's most
respected high-performance coaches and leaders.
Want to Learn More?
Choosing the right high-performance training environment is an important decision. Pierre Lamarche has answered many of the most common questions families have about the ACE International Team Program.
How to Apply:
Click on the button below to download the International Team application form, complete it, and submit to
Pierre Lamarche at [email protected] by
Friday, August 1, 2026.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Meet Your International Team
Coaching Staff
How to Apply:
Click on the button below to download the International Team application form, complete it, and submit to
Pierre Lamarche at [email protected] by
Friday, August 1, 2026.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
INTERNATIONAL TEAM
AGES 13 - 17
Head Coach: Pierre Lamarche, Academy Director
The International Team is ACE Academy's elite full-time program for players training at an international level. Designed exclusively for players enrolled in home or online schooling, the program structures the full training day around performance development. Players train approximately 33.5 hours per week across on-court, physical, and technical sessions alongside professional coaches, national coaches, and Davis Cup players.
The program integrates Technical, Tactical, Psychological, and Physical development aligned with Tennis Canada's Long-Term Athlete Development principles.
8 players are selected annually based on performance and commitment. Scholarships are available.
WEEKLY TRAINING SCHEDULE:
Tue / Wed / Thu (+ Mon or Fri):
7:30–9:30am On-court training
9:30–10:30am Fitness
10:30am–1:30pm Lunch
1:30–2:30pm Serve & return
2:30–4:30pm Group training
4:30–5:00pm Stretching
Mon or Fri:
12:30–1:30pm Fitness
1:30–2:30pm Serve & return
2:30–4:30pm Group training
4:30–5:00pm Stretching
Saturday:
6:30–7:30am Fitness
7:30–9:30am Group training
PROGRAM INVESTMENT:
Two training tracks are available, which can be combined into the Full Program.
All fees + HST.
Standard 6-installment payment plan applies.
International–National Team Track - Afternoons 2:30–4:30pm + Saturday 7:30–9:30am · 6 days × 2 hrs · $30/hr · 40 weeks
ANNUAL COST: $14,400
International Team Track - Mornings 7:30–10:30am · 4 days × 3 hrs · $30/hr · 40 weeks
ANNUAL COST: $14,400
Serve & Return Training - 5 days × 1 hr · $10/hr · 40 weeks
ANNUAL COST: $2,000
Private Lessons - Available on request - $100/hr
Full Program (Combined) - International–National + International Team + Serve & Return
ANNUAL COST: $30,800 + HST
How to Apply:
Click on the button below to download the International Team application form, complete it, and submit to
Pierre Lamarche at [email protected] by
Friday, August 1, 2026.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Questions Answered by Pierre Lamarche
CANADA’S PROVEN PATHWAY TO TENNIS EXCELLENCE
CHAMPIONS TEAM [Level 4] High Performance Stream
10 months / September 9th, 2024 – June 29th, 2025
The Champions Team is a full year programs for players progressing from our Learn to Play Stream. Players will continue working through the four learning programs with an increased emphasis on tactical situations. From here players will have the opportunity to be part of our Provincial Team.
Exclusive
No programs during “Bubble Up” week in October
No programs during March break
No programs during “Bubble Down” week in May
Benefits
Club junior membership included
5-day registration: 15% credit for summer 2025 training
ACE clothing provided
Commitment: Minimum participation of 3 times per week
Eligibility: New players require Head Coach’s approval
Program Days – Afternoon:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
5:30 pm – 6:00 pm: Fitness
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm: Tennis
Program Days – Afternoon:
Wednesday, Friday: 7:00 am – 8:30 am
7:00 am – 7:30 am: Fitness
7:00 am – 7:30 am: Tennis
Cost
3 days (afternoons): $7,790.00
2 days (afternoon): $5,690.00
1 day (afternoon): $2,974.00
1 day (morning): $1,950.00
Payment Plans
Instalments available – please proceed to set up your profile and then contact [email protected] for completion of the registration
PROVINCIAL TEAM [Level 5] High Performance Stream
10 months / September 9th, 2024 – June 29th, 2025
The Provincial Team is a full-year program for players advancing from our Champions team and/or beginning to compete in 2 Star Transition Tour and 3 Star Provincial Circuit tournaments. Participation in the program requires a minimum commitment of three times per week.
Players can add additional days in the National Team (contact Tennis Director).
Exclusive
No programs during “Bubble Up” week in October
No programs during March break
No programs during “Bubble Down” week in May
Benefits
Club junior membership included
5-day registration: 15% credit for summer 2025 training
ACE clothing provided
Free access to Honsberger Physio + injury prevention programs
Commitment: Minimum participation of 3 times per week
Eligibility: New players require Head Coach’s approval
Program Days – Afternoon:
Monday – Friday: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
4:00 pm – 4:30 pm: Fitness
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm: Tennis
Program Days – Morning
Monday – Friday: 6:00 am – 7:30 am (Tennis)
Saturday: 7:00 am – 9:00 am (Tennis)
Cost
3 days (afternoons): $7,790.00
2 days (mornings): $3,895.00
Additional 1 morning day: $1,350.00 (if added to 3-afternoon days)
Payment Plans
Instalments available – please proceed to set up your profile and then contact [email protected] for completion of the registration
NATIONAL TEAM [Level 6] High Performance Stream
10 months / September 9th, 2024 – June 29th, 2025
The National Team is a full-year program for players advancing from our Provincial team and/or who compete at a Provincial and National level.
Exclusive
No programs during “Bubble Up” week in October
No programs during March break
No programs during “Bubble Down” week in May
Benefits
Club junior membership included
5-day registration: 15% credit for summer 2025 training
ACE clothing provided
Free access to Honsberger Physio + injury prevention programs
Commitment: Minimum participation of 4 times per week
Eligibility: New players require Head Coach’s approval
Program Days – Afternoon:
Monday – Friday: 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm
2:30 pm – 4:30 pm: Tennis
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm: Fitness
Program Days – Morning
Monday – Friday: 6:00 am – 7:30 am (Tennis)
Saturday: 7:00 am – 9:00 am (Tennis)
Cost
4 days (afternoons): $13,320.00
5 days (afternoons): $16,320.00
3 days (mornings): $4,995.00
Saturday: $2,580.00
Additional weekday (morning): $1,250 per day (if added to 4 or 5 afternoons)
Payment Plans
Instalments available – please proceed to set up your profile and then contact [email protected] for completion of the registration
INTERNATIONAL - PRO TEAM [Level 7] High Performance Stream
10 months / September 9th, 2024 – June 29th, 2025
The International- Pro Team is a full-year program for players advancing from our National team and/or compete at U18 National and ITF level or Pro tour. Players training in both the morning and afternoon provide themselves the opportunity to meet the Tennis Canada Long-Term Athlete Development Plan Guidelines to help them develop into International level players. Participation in the program requires a minimum commitment of five times per week.
Exclusions
No programs during “Bubble Up” week in October
No programs during March break
No programs during “Bubble Down” week in May
Benefits
Club junior membership included
5-day registration: 15% credit for summer 2025 training
ACE clothing provided
Free access to Honsberger Physio + injury prevention programs
Commitment: Minimum participation of 5 times per week
Eligibility: New players require Head Coach’s approval
Program Days – Afternoon:
Monday – Friday: 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm: Tennis
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm: Fitness
Program Days – Morning
Monday – Friday: 6:00 am – 7:30 am (Tennis)
Saturday: 7:00 am – 9:00 am (Tennis)
Cost
5 days (afternoons): $14,580.00
4 afternoons + 1 morning: $12,915.00
3 afternoons + 2 mornings: $11,250.00
3 days (mornings): $4,995.00
Saturday: $2,580.00
Additional weekday (morning): $1,250 per day (if added to 4 or 5 afternoons)
Payment Plans
Full payment due upon registration
5% credit of total fees applied to future registrations
Payment plan available – set up profile and contact [email protected] for registration completion
With the ACE System you get -
Initial Assessment & Training Session
Experience The ACE System firsthand with a complimentary initial assessment and training session.
A Player Centered Approach
The ACE approach is centered on building a team around the players by regrouping the player’s coaching and management TEAM through communication and the use of annual and long term plans.
Systematic
The ACE System is a structured Pathway for player development which is based on a scientific [research], progressive [building from year to year], integrated [technical, physical, tactical mental, strategy] approach.
Leading Edge
The Ace System accesses leading edge systems in the technical area [The Frappe System], the tactical component [Brain Tennis] physical and mental component [Tennis Canada’s WPDP directives]
The Save MY Play video system which allows for match and practice
feedback
Expert discounted Physiotherapy offering personalized treatment plans to prevent injuries, improve flexibility, and ensure you stay in peak condition throughout your training program.
Certified Human Resources and Great Leadership
Chose your personal coach/manager from a series of award winning certified Tennis Canada Coaches and Certified fitness coaches.
The leadership for the Ace System was developed by former national junior and men’s champion, Davis Cup Player and Captain, Pierre Lamarche who integrated scientific information with over 40 years of practical experience
With the ACE System you get -
Initial Assessment & Training Session
Experience The ACE System firsthand with a complimentary initial assessment and training session.
A Player Centered Approach
The ACE approach is centered on building a team around the players by regrouping the player’s coaching and management TEAM through communication and the use of annual and long term plans.
Systematic
The ACE System is a structured Pathway for player development which is based on a scientific [research], progressive [building from year to year], integrated [technical, physical, tactical mental, strategy] approach.
Leading Edge
The Ace System accesses leading edge systems in the technical area [The Frappe System], the tactical component [Brain Tennis] physical and mental component [Tennis Canada’s WPDP directives]
The Save MY Play video system which allows for match and practice
feedback
Expert discounted Physiotherapy offering personalized treatment plans to prevent injuries, improve flexibility, and ensure you stay in peak condition throughout your training program.
Certified Human Resources and Great Leadership
Chose your personal coach/manager from a series of award winning certified Tennis Canada Coaches and Certified fitness coaches.
The leadership for the Ace System was developed by former national junior and men’s champion, Davis Cup Player and Captain, Pierre Lamarche who integrated scientific information with over 40 years of practical experience
WHY US
ACE IN NUMBERS
20
Stamp Of Approval
Tennis Canada Gold Designated Tennis Development Centre 20 Years in a Row
40
Experience
Over 40 years of Excellence
200
Scholarships
More than 200 NCAA Scholarships
150
Champions
Over 150 National Championships
ACE IN THE MEDIA
