IDA Valencia & Aruba Soccer Academy

Presented By: Martin Cervera

Head of Recruitment at IDA Valencia

martin@internationalda.com | International Development Academy

About International Development Academy

Soccer | Education | Global Pathways

With over 30 years of experience in the industry, the IDA team have helped thousands of student-athletes across the globe get to the next level.

IDA Programs and Services

International Residential Academy

Short-Term Camps and Team Tours

International Tournaments

Team Tours

Opportunities & experiences, it’s that simple. Our goal is to help ambitious student-athletes meet their athletic and educational goals in our world-class environments.

USA and Europe - The IDA Advantage

With an extensive network throughout Europe and the US, International Development Academy ensures a diverse range of experiences, resources, and exit opportunities for all of its affiliate partners and their communities.

IDA Residential Academy Location

RESORT MAS CAMARENA

The IDA Experience

Sample Day

COMPETE IN MORE THAN 50 GAMES

Play tryout with local clubs in Valencia
Selected players, 18+ year or older, to train and compete in Spanish youth leagues
IDA separate competitive schedule
- Semi-professional academies
- La Liga academies
- Local private academies

INTERNATIONAL TOURNAMENTS

Aruba Soccer Academy can compete in prestigious tournaments such as the MIC Tournament in April in Barcelona. This event has become a compulsory event for football’s greatest institutions. Many of the largest clubs and national teams have joined in the tournament and featured their prominent young players who became big football stars not long afterward.

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Academics

High Performance Academics for the High Performing Student Athlete

Designed for student-athletes looking for an accredited school that supports their unique schedule, creates a pathway towards their personal, professional, and athletic goals.

Curriculum Options

US Curriculum

UK Curriculum

US High School Curriculum
Honors and AP Courses Available
Electives - Finance management
US College Courses Available
SAT/ACT Test Preparation

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sport (Performance & Excellence) – equivalent of up to 3 A-Levels
BSc in Sports Science & Coaching
BA in Management.& Business
English language courses and qualifications
FA and UEFA Coaching Qualification pathways

Pathways and Exit Opportunities

Recruitment | Exposure | Opportunity

Steps To Success

1.Building Your List
2.Building Your Profile
3.Creating Your Highlight Film
4.Maximizing your Exposure and Recruitment
5.Communication With Coaches
6.Navigating the Financial Process
7.Finding the Best Fit

IDA Statistics

Growth: 75% increase in student-athletes this year

Diversity: Student-athletes from 11 new countries!

University Pathway: 70% -80% of 2020-2021 group on track to continue their journey at a US or European University and receive athletic and/or academic scholarships

Professional Pathway: 10% of 2020-2021 group on track to play professional soccer in Europe while continuing their education simultaneously