ISD Pro · Professional Pathway
Train. Develop. Compete. Experience European football.
An exclusive international football development experience for selected players pursuing elite training and competition in Europe through ISD Academy's international partnerships.
Program overview
Built for ambitious players.
ISD Pro is designed for ambitious players who want to experience professional football training, compete internationally, and immerse themselves in the European football environment.
Players participate in an intensive preparation camp before traveling to Europe in August for a 10-day football experience.
Preparation
14 days · Late July
Europe
10 days · Early August
Program includes
- 14-Day Elite Preparation Camp with a Dutch Professional Coach
- Professional European Training Methodology
- Participation in an International Football Tournament
- Training with ISD Academy European Partner Clubs
- Professional Player Evaluation Reports
- International Player Profile
- Individual Performance Analysis
- Personalized International Development Plan
- Parent Information & Travel Meeting
- International Travel Preparation
- Professional Club Visits
- Dutch Football Culture Experience
- ISD Pro Participation Certificate
Program timeline
Two blocks. One pathway.
Late July
14-Day Elite Preparation Camp
Players prepare with a Dutch Professional Coach through intensive training focused on:
- Technical Development
- Tactical Awareness
- Speed of Play
- Position-Specific Training
- Small-Sided Games
- Match Preparation
- Professional Habits
- Mental Performance
Early August
10-Day European Football Experience
Players travel to Europe to:
- Train with professional coaches
- Compete in an international tournament
- Train with ISD Academy partner clubs
- Receive professional evaluations
- Experience European football culture
- Visit professional football clubs
Investment
$3,500 per player
A $450 registration deposit reserves the player's place and is applied toward the total program investment.
Participation is by coach recommendation and ISD Academy approval.
Included
- 14-Day Preparation Camp
- Professional Training Program
- Tournament Participation
- International Player Evaluations
- International Player Profile
- Local Transportation (Europe)
- ISD Academy Staff Supervision
Not included
- International Airfare
- Passport / Visa Fees
- Travel Insurance
- Personal Expenses
European partners
The clubs on the other side of the pitch.
- APOEL (Cyprus)
- Bayer 04 Leverkusen (Germany)
- AZ Alkmaar (Netherlands)
- Chelsea FC (England)
- Aston Villa (England)
- FC Utrecht (Netherlands)
- 1. FC Nürnberg (Germany)
- Borussia Dortmund (Germany)
Spain Player Development
Train & Develop in Spain
International Player Experience with CD Eldense Academy — Elda, Alicante, Spain
Expand your football development into Spain through an immersive international training experience with CD Eldense Academy. Players have the opportunity to experience Spanish football from inside a professional club environment while developing technically, tactically, culturally, and personally.
Elda, Alicante, Spain
Live football. Live Spain.
The CD Eldense Academy Player Experience is designed for international players who want to experience football and life in Spain while being integrated into the club's academy environment.
Players are assigned according to their age and level and receive an experience combining football development, cultural immersion, and ongoing support.
Program length
1 Month
Short-term intensive international development experience.
3 Months
Extended development period allowing players additional time to adapt to the Spanish football environment.
Full Season
Long-term immersion within the academy environment for players seeking the most complete international development experience.
What's included
Inside the experience.
Training With Assigned Team
Training based on the player's age and appropriate development level.
Individual Technical Monitoring
Ongoing observation and technical development monitoring during the player's stay.
Spanish Language & Cultural Immersion
Experience Spanish language, culture, food, and the Mediterranean lifestyle.
Club Support & Mentoring
Support throughout the international player's development experience.
Accommodation
Accommodation provided for the duration of the program.
First Team Experience
Opportunity to attend CD Eldense First Team matches as part of the program experience.
CD Eldense Academy Tryout Pathway
For selected high-performance players, CD Eldense Academy also operates an academy tryout pathway designed to identify players with development potential.
01 — Registration
Player submits information and registers for consideration.
02 — Trial
Selected players participate in a scheduled trial in Spain or at an approved international location.
03 — Technical Assessment
Players are assessed by CD Eldense coaching staff and scouts.
04 — Selection
Players who meet the required level may be considered for placement within the club structure according to age and level.
Participation in an ISD international program or tryout does not guarantee selection, registration, contract, or placement with CD Eldense. Final sporting decisions are made by the receiving club.
Ready to experience football in Spain?
Tell us about the player and their development goals. ISD Academy will help determine which international pathway may be appropriate.
ISD Pro Player Travel Support
Support the journey.
Road to the Netherlands — ISD Pro Player Fundraising
Selected ISD Pro players participating in an approved European development experience may use the ISD Pro Road to the Netherlands Fundraising Card as an optional resource to help offset expenses associated with their international football journey.
Fundraising goal
$3,500
Travel support may help with
- International airfare
- Accommodation
- Local transportation
- Meals
- Professional training
- International matches
- Tournament participation
- European football experiences
- Other travel and program-related expenses
How it works
01
Qualify for the program
The player must be participating in an approved ISD Pro European development experience.
02
Share your journey
The player and family may share their ISD Pro fundraising card with family, friends and community supporters.
03
Receive support
Supporters choose a scratch amount and provide their contribution directly to the player or the player's parent/guardian.
Player-led travel fundraising
The Road to the Netherlands fundraising card is an optional player-led fundraising resource available to eligible participants in approved ISD Academy European programs. Contributions are made directly to the participating player or the player's parent/guardian. ISD Academy does not collect or process contributions made through the fundraising card. Funds are intended to help the participating player offset expenses associated with their European travel and football development experience. Contributions made through this player-led fundraising activity are not represented as tax-deductible charitable donations.
Registration
Put your name forward.
Apply below to start the process. A $450 deposit reserves the place once ISD Academy confirms approval, and is applied toward the $3,500 program investment.