Everything you need to keep learning, growing and moving forward!
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🚀 Career Development
🤝 Community
Whether you're a student, dietetic intern, new RD, career changer, or experienced dietitian, The Academy gives you access to education and resources designed to support you throughout your sports nutrition journey.
Because your career doesn't stop when the course ends.
The Academy is here to support you as you continue learning, building relationships, gaining experience, and becoming the Sports Dietitian you want to be!
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Build your knowledge. Grow your career. Connect with the sports nutrition community.
🎓 Sports Dietitian
Foundations
Start Here. Build Your Foundation!
For students, aspiring sports dietitians, dietetic interns, and anyone exploring a career in sports nutrition.
Curious about what it's really like to be a sports dietitian? You’ve come to the right place.
Sports Dietitian Foundations gives you the knowledge and perspective to understand the field of sports nutrition, from what sports dietitians actually do to career settings, athlete fueling, supplementation and the realities of working in sports!
You'll learn about:
What sports dietitians do
Sports nutrition career settings
The pathway to becoming a sports dietitian
Working with athletes
Fueling for training and competition
Macronutrients, micronutrients & hydration
Supplementation
Real-world sports nutrition strategies
🎉 ACADEMY PRE-LAUNCH SALE
Get the course + 6 months of Academy Membership
Regularly $475 + $162 = $637
Pre-Launch Price: $375
Pre-launch pricing ends September 1, 2026.
→ GET EARLY ACCESS HERE
🚀 Career Launch
Turn Your Passion Into a Career!
For dietetic interns, new RDs, career changers, and dietitians ready to take the next step in sports nutrition
You know you want to work in sports nutrition. Now it's time to figure out how to actually get there.
Career Launch gives you a real-world roadmap for building your career in sports nutrition, from finding your niche and building your experience to creating a strong resume, preparing for interviews, developing counseling skills and understanding your value.
You'll learn about:
Breaking into sports nutrition
Finding your niche
Building your personal brand
Creating a strong resume & cover letter
Interview preparation
Athlete counseling & communication
Private practice basics
Determining your worth
Building a sustainable career
🎉 ACADEMY PRE-LAUNCH SALE
Get the course + 6 months of Academy Membership
Regularly $575 + $162 = $737
Pre-Launch Price: $475
Pre-launch pricing ends September 1, 2026.
→ GET EARLY ACCESS HERE
As mentioned above…
🎁 Your Pre-Launch Enrollment Includes 6 Months of Academy Membership
When you enroll during the pre-launch sale, you'll receive 6 months of complimentary access to The Academy Membership—our ongoing hub for education, connection and career development!
Your 6-month membership includes:
🎤 Guest speakers
🎓 Live educational sessions
💬 Open office hours
🧭 Career development opportunities
📚 Academy resources & event recordings
🤝 Community & connection
Your 6-month access begins when you activate your Academy Membership (available September 1st)
🏆 The Academy Membership
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Keep Learning . Keep Connecting . Keep Growing .
The Academy Membership gives you ongoing access to The Academy Live Hub—your home for live education, guest speakers, office hours, career development, resources, and professional connection..
Membership includes:
🎤 Guest speakers
🎓 Live educational sessions
💬 Open office hours
🧭 Career development opportunities
📚 Resources & event recordings
🤝 Community & connection
Not ready to take a course yet?
No problem. Join The Academy for access to all our live events and our growing professional community!
Choose your membership:
$27/month or $279/year
Save $45 with annual membership
Best for: Aspiring and current sport dietitians who want ongoing education, connection and career development.
WHY WE BUILT THE ACADEMY
There’s more to becoming a Sports Dietitian than knowing the science.
The Academy For Sports And Performance Dietitians was born from a simple observation: there are incredibly talented people who want to work in sports nutrition, but too often, they aren't sure how to get there and could use support getting out of their own way! Through years of working in sports nutrition and supporting aspiring Sports Dietitians, I’ve seen how easy it is to feel like you need more experience, another credential or the “perfect” opportunity before taking the next step. But careers aren't built by waiting until you're ready…they're built through action, experience, relationships and a willingness to keep learning! I've experienced the highs, the setbacks, the unexpected opportunities and the many different paths this profession can take. Those experiences shaped my career and they shaped the vision for The Academy!
We created The Academy to help YOU navigate YOUR own path with more clarity, confidence and purpose!
Meet Emily Kaley, MS, RDN, CSSD, ISAK 2
Founder of The Academy For Sports And Performance Dietitians
Emily Kaley is a veteran Performance Dietitian with experience working on the ground with professional, collegiate, and Olympic-level teams, including MLB, NHL, WNBA, NBA, NYU and Team USA. She brings insider, real-world knowledge from inside elite sport, having built and implemented sports nutrition programs directly within performance settings.
She specializes in translating sports nutrition science into practical, performance-driven strategies that athletes and teams can apply immediately. Emily has developed programs from the ground up, supporting athlete fueling, recovery, and overall performance across high-demand environments. With a background in culinary school, she also bridges the gap between nutrition science and real-world food application in performance settings.
A lifelong athlete, Emily earned her black belt at 15, served as a soccer captain, and played lacrosse in college. She has also competed in the New York City Marathon and HYROX NYC, giving her firsthand understanding of athlete demands.
In addition to her professional work, Emily has been mentoring aspiring and early-career dietitians for over 10 years. Through The Academy For Sports And Performance Dietitians, she is committed to bridging the gap between education and elite sport with clear guidance, practical tools, and honest insight into what it truly takes to succeed in sports nutrition.
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What Our Community Has to Say
“I am so grateful to have Emily as a mentor and someone to look up to in this field. Most recently, Emily coached me through some major career moves and guided me on how to advocate for myself and my worth. Having her in my corner ultimately helped me secure my dream job!
She has taught me how to build a network of connections with other dietitians, negotiate contracts for better pay and benefits, as well as shared skills/ strategies I know I can use with my athletes in the future. Most importantly to me, Emily has shown me how to mix my passion for the love of the game with professionalism. Her guidance, honesty and support has been invaluable towards setting me up for success!”
“I am incredibly grateful to have had Emily as a mentor, who was an absolute powerhouse during my time with the New York Mets. She was not just a great leader but a phenomenal teacher who is patient and helped me develop the skills I needed to succeed in the field.
Emily taught me how to adapt my approach for different athletes and situations, always emphasizing the importance of taking chances and continuously learning. This crucial lesson has served me exceptionally well throughout my career working with Team USA at the USOPC and USA Cycling with Skratch Labs. Beyond her professional guidance, she has remained a steadfast friend as we have both continued to grow in the field. Her support has been invaluable.”
“Emily has been an incredible mentor and advocate for me throughout my career. When I was trying to break into professional sports with the Phoenix Suns and Mercury, she generously shared her time, advice, and deep understanding of the industry. She not only coached me through the interview process but also helped me navigate the unique language and expectations of the sports world.
Her willingness to connect me with people in her network opened doors I wouldn’t have had access to otherwise. Thanks to her guidance and support, I landed my first job in sports with the NBA/ WNBA and went on to work with the Chicago White Sox too. Even now, she continues to be a trusted sounding board and source of encouragement! I wouldn’t be where am today without her!”