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Serving young men in grades 7-12, Riverside Military Academy is located in the city of Gainesville, Georgia. Supported by a distinctive military structure, the academic, athletic, leadership, and character development programs enhance the overall educational experience while producing young men of character, sound judgment, and commitment. Our Academy's focus is All About Boys - All Day, Every Day.

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Academics

Riverside Military Academy teaches young men in grades 7-12 who desire structure, focus, active learning, and freedom from distractions. We offer college preparatory and college-level courses for young men who are ready for a more rigorous challenge.

Studies show that the boarding school experience can be a social and emotional bridge to developing independence in young people. Boarding school students tend to be more engaged, hard-working, independent, confident, and prepared to face new challenges. They are surrounded by motivated peers who are focused on achieving their goals.

Cadet Life

The majority of Riverside's Corps of Cadets reside on campus, so the cadet experience transcends the classroom and reaches into all areas of cadet life. Riverside's barracks complex is divided into Company units, and all Companies are supervised around the clock by Riverside TAC (Teacher/Advisor/Counselor) Officers.

Students from diverse backgrounds live, study, and play together at Riverside. They create enduring bonds, connecting them not only to their current classmates, but also to a worldwide Riverside Military Academy Alumni network.

Athletics

Our goal at Riverside Military Academy is to provide an overall competitive athletic department with all of our sports. We currently offer 13 varsity level sports with many of them also represented in our JV programs.

Riverside's middle school athletic program for young men in grades 7 and 8 is focused on instruction, skills development, and sportsmanship. Our middle school students field teams in football, basketball, and baseball. Students interested in other sports such as cross-country, tennis, and wrestling have the opportunity to compete with Riverside's junior varsity teams.

Parents

At RMA, we truly value the participation and support of our cadet families. Our parent volunteers are actively involved in campus events and cadet activities on and off campus throughout the school year. Our Riverside families are wonderful volunteers and cheerleaders for the Academy and the entire Corps of Cadets.

Giving

Our daily goal is to advance the mission of Riverside Military Academy by fostering lasting relationships with alumni, parents, grandparents, and friends to benefit Riverside cadets and faculty members. We appreciate the opportunity to visit with you by phone, email or in person and hear first hand what Riverside Military Academy means to you. Join us in fulfilling Riverside's mission to shape young men into tomorrow's leaders.

Featured News

RMA to Host U.S. Military Academy Briefing

RMA to Host the U.S. Military Academy at West Point Briefing on Candidate Appointment.
Athlete of the Week: Riverside Military Academy's Shad Dabney shines brightest in the biggest moments

Dabney scored 28 in Friday's 75-66 win over Lakeview Academy on the road
Do You Have What It Takes?

Riverside Military Academy's Corps of Cadets challenges you to Attack the Castle!
Riverside Military Academy Raiders Bring Home 5th National Championship Title

Riverside Military Academy is excited to announce that their Raiders team has secured their 5th National Championship title in a row.
Raiders Win State Championship

Congratulations to our RMA Raiders for winning the State Championship.
RMA stuns No. 6 Commerce; forces tiebreaker in 8-A North

Congratulations to Coach Garrett and our football team for beating undefeated Commerce High School Friday night. It was a huge win with playoff implications.
Riverside Military Academy Announces President

Riverside Military Academy is pleased to announce the hiring of retired U.S. Army Colonel Stanley C.
“Stas” Preczewski, Ph.D., as the academy’s new president.
RMA Eagle Bots Host Bowl Painting Event
RMA's Sandy Beaver Entrepreneurial Leaderships Awards ceremony featured in accessWDUN

RMA's Sandy Beaver Entrepreneurial Leaderships Awards ceremony featured in accessWDUN
Track and Field Crowned 2018 GHSA State Champions

Riverside Eagles captured the 2018 GHSA State Track & Field Championship at Berry College in Rome on Saturday, May 12th, 2018.
Track and Field Featured in Gainesville Times

Eagles to compete at State Championship May 10th-May12th at Berry College's Valhalla Stadium in Rome, GA.
Cadets Pass Chinese Proficiency Test

28 cadets pass the HSK Chinese Proficiency Test - a professional and academic credential that is recognized worldwide.
Commandant of Cadets Receives the "Golden Steeple Award."

“The Golden Steeple Award recognizes alumni who have a long record of support or who have made an extraordinary contribution to the University of North Georgia and the Alumni Association.”
Eagle Bots Host Bowl Painting Event

RMA Robotics hosted a bowl painting event on April 19th, 2018 in support of Georgia Mountain Food Bank’s Annual Empty Bowl Luncheon.
Rifle Team Heads to State Championship

Congratulations to the Rifle Team on their big win over Wilcox County High School 1118 to 1110.
Track Team Soars to New Heights

On Friday, April 13th, Track and Field took 1st place in the Outback Steakhouse Invitational Meet and now prepare for the Region Championships. Out of the eight meets in the regular season, Track and Field have taken 1st place in seven.
Coach Dick Vermeil Challenges RMA Corps of Cadets

On Tuesday, April 10th 2018, Super Bowl-winning Coach and NFL champion, Dick Vermeil, paid a visit to the Riverside community as part of the Norman P. Blake Family Distinguished Speaker Series and stated that "this is the best-kept secret in boy's education that I have ever seen."
Coach Dick Vermeil to Speak at Riverside Military Academy

On Tuesday, April 10th, Super Bowl-winning Head Coach Dick Vermeil will speak to the RMA community as part of the Norman P. Blake Family Distinguished Speaker Series.
Track and Field Prepare for the Hall County Championship Meet

After placing 1st in three out of four meets this season, Track and Field hope to secure a fourth at Thursday's meet in Flowery Branch.
RMA Drill Team and Color Guard Compete in State Meet

The RMA Drill Team and Color Guard's finished the season strong by executing 5th place in the State Meet.
RMA Eagle Bots Rank 21 out of 82 Teams

Congratulations to the RMA Eagle Bots on a successful weekend of competing in the Peachtree District Qualifier Event.
RMA Star Student and Star Teacher Honored

c/LTC Wang and MSgt. Bagwell Honored as STAR Student and STAR Teacher.
1LT Dimnwaobi and 2LT Alfred-Igbokwe sign National Letters of Intent

Dimnwaobi commits to playing football at the US Air Force Academy and Alfred-Igbokwe commits to playing football at Colorado School of Mines.
RMA Welcomes New Vice President for Advancement

We are extremely pleased to welcome Mrs. Ellen DeFoor, our new Vice President for Advancement.
Mr. Jon Sacada to Address Corps of Cadets on March 20th, 2018.

Join us on March 20th, 2018 as Mr. Jon Sacada addresses the RMA community.
Weekend Sports Update: January 20-21

A recap of all of the athletics results from over the weekend.
Riverside Military Academy to Start a Model United Nations Team

The Model United Nations Team will be advised by Mr. Andrew Pedry of the Social Studies department.
Spears Studio Offers Special Promotion to Riverside Parents on Professional Images of Cadets

As a special promotion for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday, Spears Studio is offering a sale through to January 20th. Order now!
Wrestling Take 3rd Place at Hall County Championship

On Tuesday, January 9th, the RMA Wrestling Team traveled to Flowery Branch High School and competed in the Hall County Championship.
First Guest Speakers of 2018 Announced

On January 15th, Chaplain Cummings and Mr. Latham will lead the commemorative program honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The reception will begin at 10:30 am in the SBC Rotunda and The Norman P. Blake Family Distinguished Speaker Series will be held in the Cervantes Theatre at 11:00 am.
Cyber Eagles Qualify for State

The RMA Cyber Eagle Team have booked their place at the State Competition on January 19th after qualifying past the second round of the National Youth Cyber Defense Competition.
Cadet Ayaz Mustafa Secures Appointment to the United States Air Force Academy

Riverside Military Academy would like to congratulate Cadet Ayaz Mustafa on his appointment to the United States Air Force Academy.
Employees Recognized for Excellence During the 2017 Employee Appreciation Parade

On Friday, December 8th, the Corps of Cadets presented Employees of Riverside an Appreciation Parade.
Mr. Manfred Römer to Address the Corps of Cadets On Thursday, December 7th.

Riverside Military Academy presents Mr. Manfred Römer as this week’s Norman P. Blake Family Distinguished Speaker on Thursday, 7 December, at 10:30am, in the Cervantes Theater. It will be a public address to Riverside family and friends, therefore spaces will be limited.
Cadet William Dowling awarded The Burlsworth Character Award

c/CPT William Dowling awarded The Burlsworth Character Award as a reflection of outstanding core values of life and sport.
Ms. Carol Burrell Addresses RMA Community

Chief Executive Officer and President of the Northeast Georgia Health System, Inc., Ms. Carol Burrell, addressed the Riverside Military Academy community during the Norman P. Blake Family Distinguished Speaker Series.
President Gallagher signs Articulation Agreement with Norwich University

Riverside Military Academy is pleased to announce that Academy President, COL(Ret) William J. Gallagher has signed an articulation agreement with Norwich University.
RMA Alumnus Robert Healy, '12 Honored by the Dallas Cowboys for Heroism

RMA Alumnus Spc. Robert Healy, '12, honored at the Dallas Cowboys Military Appreciation Game at the AT&T Stadium.
Brigadier General (Retired) Daniel Kaufman, Ph.D, Addresses RMA Corps of Cadets

Former Board of Trustee member Brigadier General (Retired) Kaufman addressed the Corps of Cadets today during the Norman P. Blake Family Distinguished Speaker Series.
Raiders Beat National Record in Achieving a 4th Consecutive National Championship

Riverside Military Academy bring home a 3^rd All-Service Raider Challenge Championship and a 4^th U.S. Army Cadet Command National Raider Championship.
Football Seniors to be Honored on November 3rd

Senior Night is this Friday - come out and support RMA Football on Maginnis Field as we face Lakeview Academy at 7:30pm
Lee Cleaves Promoted to the Riverside Military Academy Rank of Major

On Thursday, October 26th, Captain Lee Cleaves was promoted to Major during Pass in Review.
RMA Cadet Presented with NewDay USA Scholarship

C/PFC Wesley Durden was presented with a scholarship from the NewDay USA Foundation on Tuesday, October 24th at 11:30am on Riverside's campus, just outside of Lanier Hall during Pass in Review.