(219) 369-6928
613 East Lincolnway , LaPorte, IN, United States, 46350
Prevention Strength & Speed
Having a perfect body requires a lot of training. Nice-looking body and powerful organism are interconnected – and we can help you with both.
Welcome to Elite Performance Academy
At Elite Performance Academy (EPA), we believe every athlete has the potential to reach new heights. Our mission is to provide the training, support, and tools you need to excel in your sport, recover stronger, and build lasting confidence.
Whether you’re a young athlete developing the fundamentals, a high school or college player striving for peak performance, or an adult looking to push past limits, EPA is the place where champions are made.
Here’s what you can expect from us:
Qualified Coaches
Our coaches have years of experience in various types of fitness and sports.
Individual Approach
Every client of GYM has a personalized program of training and nutrition.
Modern Fitness Equipment
We cooperate with leading fitness equipment suppliers to give you the superior results.
Speed
Strength
Agility
Return-to-Play
Eric Griffin - EPA Founder
Eric Griffin is the Founder and Owner of Elite Performance Academy (EPA) in La Porte, Indiana. A Chicago native now residing in Michigan City, Eric has dedicated his career to helping athletes throughout Northwest Indiana and the surrounding Region unlock their highest athletic potential.
Eric served as the Strength & Conditioning Coach for the La Lumiere Boys National Basketball Team. His experience working with elite-level athletes has shaped the training philosophy behind EPA—where discipline, detail, and development come first.
With a degree in Physical Therapy and hands-on experience in an outpatient physical therapy clinic, Eric brings a rare combination of medical knowledge and performance expertise. He specializes in:
✓ Sport-specific and position-specific speed development
✓ Strength and power training
✓ Advanced conditioning systems
✓ Identifying modifiable risk factors for injury
✓ Individualized performance program design
At Elite Performance Academy, Eric works with middle school, high school, collegiate, and professional athletes who are serious about improving their performance safely and effectively. Every program is built with purpose—focusing not just on getting stronger or faster, but on building durable, resilient athletes.
When he’s not training athletes or coaching on the court, Eric enjoys spending time with his family and investing in the next generation of competitors.
Elite Performance Academy isn’t just a gym—it’s a development system.
Testimonials
Eric Griffin is amazing! He customizes each session to fit each athlete. The equipment is top notch, the facility is clean, and they have multiple workout time slots which is convenient for busy athletes. He helps my daughter focus on Strength and Agility, along with Injury Prevention. Highly Recommended!!!
Ryan Hart
Local Guide Level 4
Eric at Elite Performance Academy has been a true difference-maker for my daughter Jaz and her teammates from Dream Big Gymnastics. His strength and conditioning program has elevated their power, stability, and confidence on the mat.
He doesn’t just train athletes—he develops them. His focus on proper form, injury prevention, and functional strength directly translates to performance. Jaz is stronger, more explosive, and more disciplined because of EPA.
If you have a serious athlete who wants to compete at a higher level, this is where they need to train.
JACOWA Ward
Jaz's Dad - DBG Parent
I came to Elite Performance Academy to get back to peak performance, and the results exceeded my expectations. The training is focused on real athletic development — strength, speed, mobility, and injury prevention. The group sessions create great competitive energy while still emphasizing proper form and technique. If you're serious about improving your performance and taking your sport to the next level, EPA delivers.
Alisa Milano
Designer at Viper Ltd.
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