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FC Barcelona Soccer Camps with Spanish Classes
Elite Residential Soccer Camp Program
Barcelona, Spain
(14 to 18 year old)
Boys and Girls (co-ed)
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Verano 2008 Barcelona
This FC Barcelona
Soccer program is an exciting opportunity for teens interested
in specialized soccer training, through an exclusive partnership with
one of the world’s most successful soccer teams and their expert
coaches. This camp is organized by Academic Study Associates (ASA) in
partnership with FC Barcelona Soccer School. In addition to world class
training, students will participate in daily soccer-related workshops
and Spanish classes, as well as enjoy cultural tours and visits on the
weekends.
FCBarcelona “More than a club”
Founded in 1899, FC Barcelona is one of the most
recognized and legendary teams in world soccer and is
truly “more than a club.” FC Barcelona is one of the
most decorated in terms of honors and accolades, enjoys
worldwide support, and is committed to the highest
standards on the field of play, as well as being a
pioneer in off-the-pitch initiatives. FC Barcelona is
important for what it represents to the city of
Barcelona and the people of Catalonia, who truly treat
the club as their national team. FC Barcelona has an
unrivaled reputation for the successful training and
production of world-class players.
Train the Barça Way
Train as champions train. Whether you are looking
to earn a college scholarship, make your state program,
earn a place on your club team, or simply ensure your
spot on your varsity team, the FC Barcelona elite soccer
program in partnership with ASA will help you reach your
full potential and achieve your goals. Training is led
by official coaches from FC Barcelona Soccer School and
consists of 2 sessions per day, 5 days per week.
Coaching will be in Spanish and some English.
Hosted at FC Barcelona’s state-of-the-art training
facilities, players will have access to various on-site
artificial pitches next to the legendary Camp Nou
Stadium. The intense program of complete soccer training
prepares young players from all over the world for the
high demands of competitive club or high school soccer.
Specialized training and individual attention with one
coach for every 10 players maximizes the progression of
each player during the 2-week program. Coaches work
closely on all aspects of your game: technical,
tactical, physical, and psychological.
Spanish Language Classes
A unique feature of the program is the daily Spanish
language classes (1 - 1:30 hour Monday thru Friday) taught by expert
instructors from the prestigious Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona (UAB).
Students will be divided into 2 or 3 levels, depending on ability. This
is a great way to improve your Spanish and get the most from this
exciting opportunity.
This Elite
Soccer Program
is designed for those who
play regular soccer to a
good standard and is an
intensive course. This
Soccer Camp is only for players with strong soccer skills. Recreational
and debutant soccer players will not be admitted. For those
who do not play to such a high standard, we
strongly recommend a more
recreational sport camp
instead. (After registration you will
need to fill out a soccer
ability form and other
additional forms)
- Improve
technical
precision
- Improve your
game
intelligence
- Increase
your speed and
agility
- Gain
strength and
power
- Improve
flexibility and
balance
- Develop
mental toughness
- One coach
per 10 players
- Individual
evaluation
report
A unique experience with a Very Famous
Spanish Soccer Camp
Register now (Limited Space)
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Campers will reside at the
Residencia Àgora, (access
map) one of Barcelona’s most sought-after student residences,
located in a safe, elegant and sophisticated area near the city center.
Housing is in double or triple rooms, that enjoy air conditioning,
Internet access, and private bathrooms. The Program is overseen by a
director and supervised by residential advisors (RAs) that live on the
hall. You will have access to common areas where you can settle down
with your friends and relax. Breakfast and dinner are served at the
residence, and lunch is offered at FC Barcelona.
Training practices and lunch will be at the
FC Barcelona’s state-of-the-art training facilities, players will have
access to various on-site artificial pitches next to the legendary FC
Barcelona's Camp Nou Stadium.
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On-field sessions are complemented by carefully
designed soccer workshops to help improve your understanding of the
game. These hour-long workshops meet every day. All students follow the
same workshop series. Topics include history of FC Barcelona, soccer
theory, physical training, performance training, sports medicine, sports
psychology, and a private behind-the-scenes FC Barcelona Museum Tour.
Your typical Monday thru Friday program will be as follows (subject to change):
| 8:00 - 8:45 a.m. |
Breakfast |
| 8:45 - 9:45 a.m. |
Soccer workshops |
| 10:00
a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
Soccer training/drills |
| 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. |
Lunch |
| 1:30 - 2:00 pm |
Rest/recovery time |
| 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. |
Spanish language class |
| 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. |
Soccer training/Team
tactics and scrimmages |
| 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. |
Free time, cultural
visits, regeneration time |
| 9:00 - 10:00 p.m. |
Dinner |
| 10:30 p.m. |
Room Check and Lights Out |
Josep
Gombau: FCBEscolaTechnical Director
Gombau holds the Level 3 Soccer Coaching Badge,
the premier license awarded by the Catalan FA,
entitling him to coach any team in Europe from
grassroots to international level. He has been
coaching since 1997 and has experience
coordinating Spanish soccer academies, as well
as serving as technical assistant at R.C.D.
Espanyol. In 2003, he joined the coaching staff
at the FC Barcelona Academy, as well as
coordinating all the FC Barcelona affiliated and
partner teams. Gombau is currently Technical
Director of the FCBEscola, which oversees all
FC Barcelona soccer camps and specialized
training programs.
The
city of Barcelona and beyond
Barcelona’s history enriches its vibrant modern
cultural life and reputation for being cosmopolitan and
cutting edge. The city lays claim to many important
museums and galleries, whose Modernist architecture
championed by Antoni Gaudí contrasts with the
ultra-modern Olympic port and pristine beaches of the
stunning Mediterranean coast. From the narrow streets of
the Gothic Quarter to the modern shops and cafes of
Passeig de Gràcia, Barcelona possesses a unique energy
and style that make it one of the top destinations in
all of Europe.
Saturday and Sunday will be assigned for
regeneration, recovery time, and cultural excursions in
Barcelona and beyond. Participants enjoy 2 full-day
excursions, Port Aventura Theme Park and Sitges, and
enjoy visits to Casa Batllo, La Pedrera, Sagrada Familia
Cathedral, Picasso and Miró Museums, beaches, as well as
a guided tour of the gothic quarter (subject to change).
ASA in Barcelona is an exciting opportunity to live, study and
explore in one of Europe's most magical cities and by the time you leave
you will know the city inside and out. Barcelona enjoys a reputation for
being cutting edge and cosmopolitan and boasts some of the finest
museums in Europe as well as the ultra modern Olympic port and beaches.
You are given the responsibility and independence to balance training,
classes, activities, and free time to make sure you get the most out of
your experience. You can choose to join an ASA supervised activity or
trip, or use free time for relaxation. You are also free to sign out to
explore the city in small groups without supervision. ASA staff are
always available to accompany student groups and help ensure access so
that you see and do as much as possible.
Weekend and evenings are designed to make sure you make the most of
your time in Barcelona and you'll quickly become an expert on how to get
around and enjoy this incredible environment where the possibilities are
almost endless. The learning experience extends beyond the field and the
classroom and you will find your inspiration as much from discovering
your favorite spot for tapas as marveling at works in the Picasso
museum. There is also plenty of down time for you to practice your
Spanish, enjoy the city and soak up the local flavor at a café or hang
out at the dormitory with friends
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AVAILABILITY
 (Open)
 (Some
Capacity)
 (Full)
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2008 Dates
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Session |
Sunday July 13 - Saturday July 26
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(5 spaces left only) |
Camp starts Sunday
afternoon and ends on Saturday morning
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2008
Prices
(14 to 18 year old Boys and
Girls)
(Prices do not include Airfare)
(After registration
you will need to fill out a soccer ability form and other
additional forms)
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Length of Stay
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Price Per Person
(in US $ dollars) |
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14 days /
13
nights / Sunday - Saturday
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$ 3,595 |
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Round Trip Airport Transfer from
Barcelona (BCN) Airport to Camp
Sunday arrival between 10:00am - 2:00pm
Saturday departure between
7:00am - 12:00noon |
included in Price |
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Camp Security Deposit
A Security deposits of $300 for lost keys and
room damages (less charges) will be returned
after completion of the program and when ASA has
received a full accounting from the business
offices of the residences, usually by the end of
September.
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$ 300
(automatically added to camp total price above) |
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Your camp fee includes:
- Full board accommodation at Agora Residence (14 days/13 nights)
- Three meals per day (except on weekend during
excursions)
- Airport Transfer (see times below)
- Full coaching program with FC Barcelona
Soccer School Coaches
- Supervision by residential staff
- FC Barcelona shirt, short, socks and hat
- Basic Health insurance
- Spanish language lessons
- Weekly activities
- Weekend excursions
Airport
Transfer Information
All
transfers must be pre-arranged.
After collecting their luggage, participants proceed through
customs. Participants are then met by a camp staff member who
will be displaying a large sign and taken to a meeting point
where they will wait for the bus transfer shuttle to the Agora
Residence.
For
departure, participants will be dropped off at their airline
ticket counter.
Participants need to arrive and depart Barcelona airport between
09:00am and 12:00 noon on Sunday July 13 and on Saturday July
26.
ASA
FCBarcelona Camps will be providing chaperones on the two flights listed
below. If you would like your child to travel with an ASA chaperone,
please book independently on one of the itineraries listed below by
contacting the airline directly, or your travel agent (group seats will
not be reserved by ASA). If you choose to book one of these flight
itineraries, you will be guaranteed at least one ASA staff escort on
inbound and outbound flights, and transportation will be covered between
the Barcelona airport and the ASA residence in Barcelona.
Itinerary 1(JFK
to Barcelona)
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DATE |
AIRPORT |
AIRLINE/NO |
TIME |
ARRIVE |
CITY |
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Leave |
July 12th |
NYC – JFK |
Delta # 94 |
5:30 PM |
7:50 AM |
Barcelona |
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Leave |
July 26th
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BCN |
Delta # 95 |
10:00 AM |
12:45 PM |
NYC - JFK |
Itinerary 2
(Newark to Barcelona)
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DATE |
AIRPORT |
AIRLINE/NO |
TIME |
ARRIVE |
CITY |
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Leave |
July 12th |
EWR |
CO #120 |
7:10 PM |
9:15 AM |
Barcelona |
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Leave |
July 26th
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BCN |
CO # 121 |
10:45 AM |
2:00 PM |
Newark |
*Please note that flight #'s/times are
current as of 03/08 but may change at the discretion of the airline
It is of vital
importance that all necessary flight details are sent to Internet
Sports Travel with the booking information or as soon as available. We require the exact flight
information, including dates, airlines, arrival and departure
terminals, flight numbers and
flight times. This service must be booked no later than 4 weeks
prior to the start of the course.
Approximate Journey Time:
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Agora Residence |
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Barcelona Airport |
40 minutes |
All prices are per
person and in US dollars. Prices & availability are subject to
change without written notification and are not confirmed until full
payment has been made.
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