International Football Programs
Experience the Dutch football philosophy.
Train, compete, and develop through authentic Dutch methodology. Whether you're a team looking for an unforgettable football experience or an individual player pursuing long-term development, ISD Academy provides professional pathways in The Netherlands.
Inside The Tour
See it for yourself.
Two short films from our home in The Netherlands — on the pitch, and in the room.
For Teams
International Team Tour
Designed for clubs, academies, schools, and select teams seeking a high-level football experience in The Netherlands.
Program Includes
- Professional Dutch training sessions
- Matches against Dutch clubs and academies
- Stadium tours
- Cultural experiences
- Accommodation
- Local transportation
- Airport transfers
- ISD Academy tour staff
- Optional coach education sessions
Custom Proposal
Contact us for a customized team proposal.
Every team tour is tailored to your squad's level, dates, and goals.
For Individual Players
Player development pathways.
Immersive programs for ambitious players — from a one-month intensive to a full six-month professional development experience.
Ten Days
10-Day International Experience
A short-format immersion for individual players seeking a high-level football experience in The Netherlands — training, matches, and culture in ten days.
Includes
- Professional Dutch training sessions
- Matches against Dutch clubs and academies
- Stadium tours
- Cultural experiences
- Accommodation
- Local transportation
- Airport transfers
- ISD Academy tour staff
One Month
30-Day Development Program
An intensive one-month development experience for ambitious players wanting to immerse themselves in the Dutch football environment.
Includes
- Placement with a Dutch academy or club
- Professional training
- Competitive matches
- Individual player evaluation
- Accommodation
- Cultural activities
- Mentorship
Three Months
3-Month Elite Development Program
A comprehensive pathway for players committed to improving technical, tactical, physical, and mental performance inside the Dutch football system.
Includes
- Dutch club placement
- Weekly training sessions
- League and friendly matches
- Individual Development Plan (IDP)
- Progress evaluations
- Accommodation
- Cultural immersion
- Ongoing mentorship
Six Months
6-Month Professional Development Program
Our most complete international player development experience, designed for serious players preparing for collegiate, academy, or professional opportunities.
Includes
- Long-term Dutch club placement
- Professional coaching
- Full competitive season participation
- Individual Development Plan
- Video analysis
- Performance reviews
- Accommodation
- Cultural integration
- Continuous mentorship and guidance
Player Travel Support
Help make the journey possible.
Road to the Netherlands — Player Travel Fundraising
Players participating in an ISD Academy European Team Tour may use our Road to the Netherlands Fundraising Card as an optional resource to help offset expenses associated with their international football experience.
The fundraising card allows players and their families to share their journey with family, friends and community supporters.
Fundraising goal
$2,500
Travel support may help with
- Airfare
- Accommodation
- Local transportation
- Meals
- Training
- Matches
- Tournament participation
- Other travel and program-related expenses
How it works
01
Get your card
Players participating in an approved European Team Tour receive access to the Road to the Netherlands Fundraising Card.
02
Share your journey
Players and parents can share the fundraising card with family, friends and members of their community.
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.
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.
Why ISD Academy
Why choose ISD Academy?
A serious environment for serious players — built on Dutch methodology and real professional pathways.