Competition level 10-months program

The Training & Competition

Program targets 18- to 23-year-old players who want an immersive experience with a Spanish local team. The participants would get the opportunity to practice and compete in the Spanish league and, consequently, in front of professional scouts. It can last anything between 6 to 10 months.

The players practice four times a week with the partner clubs, which include hard sessions together with other competing teams. This will prepare them for official matches, with complete club equipment. Friendlies are organized to develop skills and team building for better companionship and sportsmanship.

Training is adjusted according to personal development for each position, individualized attention for skill enrichment; progress is traced by quarterly technical reports with objective highlighting of improvements. Physical conditioning includes gym workouts for strength and endurance.

Mentorship on an individual level is overseen by Oscar Riera, a football expert, who guides players toward full potential.

For visa applications, relevant documents including club invitation, registration, payment certificates, Spanish health insurance, and the residence certificate are provided. These are sent by mail and couriered globally.

Accommodation is provided in a central Barcelona residence that is well-connected both to training facilities and to the cultural life of Barcelona. There are self-contained kitchens, bathrooms, study space, and leisure areas available. Players' fitness will also be supported by the well-equipped gym and rooftop pool area.

A Veo camera records all sessions and matches live. It allows for game analysis, creating highlight reels for performance assessment, and enables family and friends to follow participants' activities remotely.

Local clubs: all our students that meet the sills level requirements play for a local pro or semi-pro Spanish club in official competitions. The partner-clubs are: CE Júpiter, UE Sant Andreu, Vila Olímpica, UE Horta, Palencia FC.

Academics

RieraSport combines education with three main focus areas: Spanish language courses for day-to-day communication, an International Management program by Geneva Business School, and a coaching license course. Spanish language courses are for proficiency in communication, to achieve the Cervantes certificate.

The management class has customized academic support through a visionary approach. A coaching license course is organized over the specific periods of the specified term for the needs of an assistant coach.

Barcelona is part of the experience, offering famous sites to explore and firsthand La Liga matches at prominent stadiums. Please note that this cost does not include a ticket to the stadium or the services of a guide. The Catalonia Football Federation will provide football insurance coverage during all the official competitions.

Accommodation

Residences provide a homey environment with a gym and swimming pool. The top-floor pool offers stunning city views. Balanced meals from a buffet maintain dietary needs, allowing regular integration of studies and routines.