ACT Crash Course
Fast-track your teen’s score improvement with a flexible, proven system built for student-athletes. Our coaching blends expert test instruction and strategies with time-tested mindset coaching for confident, top-scoring test-takers.
PREP FOR THE APRIL 11TH TEST
4 week access to Live Coaching + Video Tutorials + Practice Tests + Confidence
Meets: Thursdays 3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9
Time: 8-9:30p CST
Trusted by 100+ students-athletes
5/5 Average Rating
100% Success Rate
Raise your Students and athletes ACT score by just 1 point and get:
Admissions + NCAA Scholarships + Recruiting Opportunities
save +$100K in Tuition!
Why Choose Elite ACT Academy?
CarpeDiem Academics provides holistic academic coaching for competitive student-athletes. Whether your athlete is struggling to balance schoolwork, getting ready for their ACT, or just overwhelmed by college readiness, CDA will help them build the confidence, structure, and mindset they need to succeed, in and out of the classroom.
Personalized ACT + subject tutoring
Life coaching from former high-level athletes
Real support for parents of teen gymnasts
We don’t just tutor. We train your student-athlete's mind — so they can show up confident, focused, and ready for success.
Why students love us:
Personalized Coaching
Customized Study Plans
Expert Strategies for Exam Success
Ongoing Motivation and Support
Elite ACT Academy Power Pod
When time is of essence, get strategic prep - FAST!
Join our 4-week Power Pod ACT coaching program today. This is designed for athletes who want a quick review and feel confident walking into their ACT Test.
If you don't have a lot of time to prep, this plan is the best for your athlete!
Here’s What You Get with Power Pod:
🕒 Built for Busy Schedules
Designed to teach strategies and secrets specifically for athletes and high-performers who don’t have time to waste.
🔍 Personalized Support
No one-size-fits-all plans. Students get guidance based on their strengths and goals, learning style, and academic goals
🧠 Smart Strategy Cramming
We teach repeatable systems and check-ins so your teen stays on track and knows what to do to progress.
🧘♀️ Confidence Coaching Included
We tackle test anxiety, focus, and stamina head-on so they walk in ready to win.
💰 Learn to Maximize Scholarship Potential
Raise scores and qualify for merit aid — it could mean $20K–$100K in savings.
🧪 Expert Tutors with Athlete Mentality
Say goodbye to appointment-based learning. If your child hits a snag outside of office hours, we're here around the clock to help them through it.
No Worries!
We’re confident in the value and impact of our CarpeDiem membership — so much so that we offer a 100% Money-Back Guarantee. If within the first 7 days you don’t feel this program is the right fit for you or your student, just reach out and we’ll issue a full refund, no questions asked. Our priority is your child's success, and we want you to feel completely confident in your investment.
What Students & Parents Are Saying
My child always struggled with math topics and feeling lost with doing homework. After just 2 weeks in this course, he got an A on his test! He never felt so confident in himself -- we are so happy to have joined CDA.
Every week, my student-athlete had someone who was actually keeping her accountable and making sure she understood, not just handing her worksheets. The VIP Membership was a game-changer.
I’ve done other tutoring programs, but nothing is like CarpeDiem. They are former student-athletes so they understand! I have on demand access to videos, notes, practice tests, and tutoring when I am out of town at competitions — it’s all clear and super helpful. Definitely worth it.
CarpeDiem's strategies helped my son get his grade up from an F to a B in just a few weeks. They helped him catch up on homework assignments and test prep. Boosting his GPA will help him with scholarship packages for college. Couldn’t be more grateful!
The weekly office hours made me feel like someone actually cared about how I was doing. It wasn’t just about solving problems — they helped me develop confidence and a better mindset for life!
I was skeptical at first, but the results speak for themselves. My daughter improved her Math and English scores in just a couple of weeks. The versatility of using office hours when she was available, along with on-demand support was a game changer. This well rounded kind of program is what every student-athlete deserves.
Meet CarpeDiem Owner,
Tika Haake
A message from our owner, Tika Haake :
Hi, I’m Tika Haake — founder of Carpe Diem Academics, former Division I athlete, academic coach, and mom of four student-athletes — including two national junior elite gymnasts.
But this isn’t just a business to me. It’s personal.
I’m the daughter of immigrants.I didn’t even discover gymnastics until I was 12 years old. No elite facility. No early start. Just raw talent, a bouncy spirit, and a deep fire to learn.
Through grit, faith, and focused discipline, I went from total beginner to Division I collegiate gymnast in just six years — a journey that’s almost unheard of in the sport.
In college, I trained under legendary coach Chow, whose mentorship shaped my belief that gymnastics is about far more than skills or scores. Under his guidance, I learned the power of mental resilience, self-talk, and steady inner strength — and those lessons became the foundation of the coaching I offer today.
At the same time, I took on the immense challenge of earning a degree in biomedical engineering. I didn’t have much margin for error, so I had to learn fast — what works, what doesn’t, and how to keep going when everything feels overwhelming.
At CarpeDiem, we start with a personalized assessment to understand your child’s unique needs. Then, we create a tailored plan blending expert tutoring with compassionate coaching—so they feel supported, stay organized, and build lifelong success skills.
Let’s help your child reach their full potential. Book a consultation today!
~Tika Haake, Owner
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What’s included in the ACT Power Pod?
This 4-week membership includes weekly office hours (online) for accountability and Q&A, full access to our exclusive CarpeDiem ACT/SAT Prep Google Classroom, Power Play Notes, the 8+ hour Power Path Courses, guided practice tests with solutions, video walkthroughs, updated PDF notes, and more. It’s all-in, so your teen never feels alone in the prep process.
Who is this 4-week membership best suited for?
This is perfect for high school juniors and seniors student-athletes who don't have time to join our 12-week Elite ACT Academy program, but still want to make massive gains and feel confident walking into their next test.
Can I cancel after the first week?
Absolutely. There’s no commitment beyond the first week, but just remember to cancel before your 7 day recurring transaction.
How do I get started?
Just click “Join Now” on this page, complete your checkout for $995, and you’ll get an email with instant access to all the membership resources and information about their first prep class!
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