Valencia, Spain

OUR MISSION


The mission of the international development academy is to become the global leader in the development and placement of players aspiring to reach their full potential at the professional or college level.

IDA VALUES

Integrity:

IDA staff and players will act with intelligence, respect, and compassion.

Drive: 

IDA staff and players will perform with their best effort and attitude, no matter how difficult the challenge. 

Achievement:

IDA staff and players will aim high in order to reach their goals.


THE VALENCIA EXPERIENCE


At IDA Valencia student-athletes (15-22 years old) from all around the world receive a professional academy football experience coupled with a specific, personalized academic program. 


Intensive training and a competitive schedule, with a minimum of 12 hours per week on the field.


Apartment in Downtown Valencia (no board)


Highly qualified coaching staff with years of experience in dealing with international students. 

Training and trial opportunities with professional and semi-professional clubs.  We have recently had IDA players successfully trial with both Villarreal CF and CD Castellon


Spanish lessons with a native Spanish-speaking teacher are provided to the players.


WEEKLY SCHEDULE


COMPETE IN MORE THAN 50 GAMES

Upon arrival in Valencia, players will attend tryouts with Spanish clubs in the area, such as Paterna CF, CD Recambios Colón, UD Vall de Uxo, Sport Catarroja CF. Selected players will train and compete in the Spanish youth leagues, alongside their training at the international development academy. 

IDA will have a separate competitive schedule, made of weekly matches against different types of rivals depending on the period of the season, from professional La Liga academies to semi-professional academies and top teams from the area.


CAREER OPPORTUNITIES


Players will receive guidance throughout the year on what would be their best pathway after IDA. We will support players in their desire to pursue: 


A professional career in football. A professional career either in Spain, other European countries, or North America through our agents and collaborators. 


A collegiate soccer career. IDA has great experience in student placement in North America. Including NCAA DI, DII and DIII programs.



NEVER MISS A MOMENT!

Integrated platform

Alignment

Communication

Calendar and content

Video analytics

Player assessments

Wellness assessments

Individual and collective development

Parental access


YOUR PERSONAL VIEW


NEVER MISS A BEAT!


GAME FOOTAGE AT YOUR FINGERTIPS


REAL-TIME PLAYER PROFILE


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PROGRAM COSTS + DATES

Season Dates

August 1, 2021 - June 1, 2022

Vacations

2 Week Break - Christmas - New Years

Cost of Program

Full Year: $29,500 USD

Semester: $15,500 USD

*** $1,500 USD Competition Fee

Payment Schedule

Deposit Due: Upon Roster Confirmation

Deposit Total: $7,500

Remaining balance: due in three installment payments (July 1, 2021, October 1, 2021, January 1, 2022)

*Different payment schedule available upon request

Inclusions

Football Training, matches, etc.

IDA uniforms (training and competitive items)

Accommodation in Apartment and full board

Spanish Football Coaching Course

College Placement Services

Profile Creation

Connection with college coaches

Showcases/camps

Camps tours/visits

Guidance until graduation (not signing)

$2,000 (optional)