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
CF Benidorm NEXT — Spanish Football Development Experience
CF Benidorm NEXT gives international players an immersive Spanish football experience built around Spanish methodology, professional training standards and competitive development.
Benidorm, Alicante, Spain
Live football. Live Spain.
The program focuses on:
- Tactical intelligence
- Technical excellence
- Physical preparation
- Mental development
- Professional football routines
- A structured Spanish football environment
Program length
10 Days
Short-term international development experience.
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.
Professional development environment
Inside CF Benidorm NEXT.
On-Field Training
Daily training structured like a professional footballer's routine, supervised by specialized staff.
Gym & Injury Prevention
Gym sessions and injury-prevention work built into the daily schedule.
Individual Performance Plans
Individualized performance plans to support long-term development.
Nutrition Guidance
Sports nutrition guidelines to support recovery, energy and physical development.
Mental Development
Focus, confidence, decision-making and emotional control in competition.
Video Analysis
Match and training review with coaches to improve tactical understanding, positioning and game intelligence.
Training & Competition
CF Benidorm NEXT programs can include:
- 15+ hours of weekly coaching
- Position-specific training and individualized development plans
- Weekly matches with video analysis
- Showcase games and Pro Tours against Spanish clubs
- Performance reports
Program content varies by program length. ISD Academy will confirm what applies to each ISD Spain option.
Residence & Facilities
Facilities and accommodation available within the CF Benidorm NEXT program environment:
Accommodation
What is included depends on the ISD Spain option you choose.
Benidorm, Alicante — Spain
- Mediterranean coastal city with 300+ sunny days a year
- High-quality sports facilities
- Safe, welcoming, international atmosphere
- Beach just minutes away
- Good connectivity to major airports
Player Development Pathway
CF Benidorm NEXT is connected to the club's first team and gives players the chance to train, compete and develop within a structured Spanish football environment.
01 — Performance
Players are expected to show the required level on the pitch.
02 — Mentality
Commitment, attitude and professional habits in a demanding environment.
03 — Progression
Continued development over time within the structured program.
04 — Opportunity
Players who demonstrate these may have the opportunity to train with the first team and be evaluated in professional contexts.
Participation in an ISD Academy Spain program or CF Benidorm NEXT experience does not guarantee selection, registration, a professional contract, first-team placement or advancement. Sporting decisions are made by the receiving club and its technical staff.
Pro Tours & European Exposure
CF Benidorm NEXT offers players the chance to experience Spanish football through training and competitive matches against high-performance Spanish teams, and to learn what it takes to progress in Spanish and European football.
Matches offer exposure, but no player is promised scouting, recruitment or a contract.
Player Success Stories
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.