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At Academies United, our program is built for serious players, teams, clubs, and schools from Canada and the U.S. – from U13 youth to university squads – who want to take their soccer to the next level. We bring you to Costa Rica to face top local teams, train with expert coaches, and immerse in a country where soccer is the heartbeat, offering a transformative experience that shapes your game and your future.
U13 and up athletes looking to sharpen skills, gain international experience, and stand out to scouts or coaches.
Competitive squads seeking to test their mettle, build chemistry, and prepare for league play against tough opponents.
Academies aiming to elevate their players’ development with real-game exposure and cultural perspective.
University and high school programs wanting to strengthen team cohesion and add a global edge to their season prep.
It’s all about player development. Kids grow when the game asks more of them, not when everything feels familiar. Real growth comes from new environments, new pressure, and opponents who push them in ways they don’t expect.
Every futbol match, every session, every experience abroad forces players to think quicker, adapt faster, and trust their ability. That’s the purpose. We create opportunities most teams never get, moments that build confidence, resilience, and a real connection to the global game.
Soccer in North America is rising fast. Players are training harder, coaches are sharper, and the drive to compete is stronger than ever.
But every team eventually wonders: how good are we, really?
That’s where Academies United comes in. Our tours create real experiences and opportunities for players to grow. These aren’t vacations, they’re chances to compete against international teams, learn new styles, and see how the game is played around the world.
Facing new systems and tempos transforms players. They return home with confidence, clarity, and connection shaped by experiences that last and opportunities that inspire what comes next.
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Character Built Through Real Pressure: Facing faster, smarter, or more physical teams forces kids to grow up in the game. They build resilience, adaptability, and composure in moments that actually matter.
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Skills That Change How They Play: Sessions and matches abroad sharpen decision making, spacing, and control. Players come home seeing the field differently and playing with more purpose.
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Exposure That Moves Them Forward: International competition means something. It adds weight to a player’s story, whether they’re aiming for college programs, pro pathways, or just personal growth.
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Stronger Team Chemistry: Traveling, competing, and grinding together creates trust and unity you can’t manufacture at home. These shared moments stick.
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A Coaching Boost That Impacts the Season: Coaches return with new ideas, new tactical looks, and a deeper understanding of how different systems work, giving them a real edge back home.
At the core of Academies United is a simple belief, real experiences shape better players and even stronger young people. And the moments they earn on these trips stay with them long after the final whistle