About the IDA Player Experience
For advanced players aged 14+, the IDA Player Experience offers a unique opportunity to train, compete, and live like a full-time student-athlete at one of IDA's world-class residential academies in Spain or the UK.
Whether you're working toward a U.S. college pathway or professional aspirations, this immersive one-month experience integrates you directly into the IDA Residential Academy Program — providing elite coaching, competitive match play, and the daily rhythm of life as a full-time IDA athlete.
We're giving one deserving player the chance to join us in Spain or the UK — completely free, valued at over $7,000. This isn't a random draw. We'll be selecting our winner based on their application, so bring your best.
Located at the beautiful Mas Camarena Resort, the IDA Valencia campus brings to life the full Spanish experience – world-class soccer, incredible architecture, and a vibrant culture with a rich history.
Living right on the beautiful campus at Reading University, IDA UK students are immersed directly into the historic English culture, soccer, and diversity.
"I’ve been part of IDA for almost 2 years now and my development has been huge. I took complete advantage of all of the coaching staff and all of the amenities we had with IDA. and when they saw my improvement, they awarded me with trials at the top levels. I’ve become a completely different player on the pitch and person off the pitch ever since I’ve came to Valencia. Thanks to the help of IDA i’m now playing on a professional teams U23’s here in Portugal. (Academica de Coimbra). I couldn’t be more thankful to IDA and would recommend if anyone is really serious about trying to go Pro and is willing to work hard for it and dedicate not just your body but your life into football IDA will give you the paths to succeed, you just have to trust them."
"My time in Spain was short, but it was enough to make me realize how valuable the opportunity to train and play at a completely different level is. The experience taught me a lot, and since then, returning to Spain to continue living my dream is a goal I want to achieve while continuing my studies. Playing there has been a dream, and the possibility of returning is always on my mind. The experience of studying and playing in Spain is unmatched, and the opportunities that football gives you in a country with the highest level and the greatest visibility are unmatched."
"My experience signing in my son for this past summer camp in IDA was excellent. Mr. Poulton and Pedro were very kind and patient and very nice explaining all the process and when I got there with my son and husband, we were given a tour and they sent us videos and feedback about my son and I think he is playing a lot better and he even wants to go back there and finish school with IDA as he wants to become a professional football player!!! Thank you IDA for everything!!!"
One winner will receive a free one-month IDA Player Experience — valued at over $7,000 — at their choice of Spain or the UK.
No purchase necessary to enter or win. Void where prohibited by law. One entry per participant. Winner selected at IDA's sole discretion based on application. By submitting this application you agree to the Official Terms & Conditions.