BARCELONA EXPERIENCE
APRIL 15TH TO 10TH
WHAT IS
THE A ACADEMY EXPERIENCE?
The A Academy Experience is more than football — it’s a journey that combines professional development, education, and personal growth.
Every detail reflects the standards of top European academies, ensuring players train, learn, and live like professionals while families enjoy an unforgettable sporting trip together.
Our philosophy is built around four pillars:
Professional Environment – Train in elite facilities with licensed coaches from leading clubs.
1
Individual Development – Every player is treated as a project, focusing on technical, tactical, and mental growth.
2
Character & Mindset – Discipline, confidence, and resilience, on and off the pitch.
3
Family Connection – Parents share the experience, celebrating each player’s progress.
4
Goals of the experience
Player Development – Improve technical, tactical, and mental performance through elite training.
1
Education Through Experience –
Learn directly from RCD Espanyol
and FC Barcelona coaching staff.
2
Personal Growth – Build confidence, independence, and responsibility while representing The A Academy abroad.
3
Cultural Exchange – Compete and connect with local teams in a new footballing culture.
4
Family Engagement – Share meaningful football and travel memories together.
5
FROM RCD ESPANYOL AND
FC BARCELONA COACHING STAFF
Learn Directly
Joan Gamper Sports City
Dani Jarque Sports City
General Information
Hotel Acta Sant Just
Carretera Reial, 132, en Sant Just Desvern.
Detailed Schedule
Arrival / Schedule: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
• Players and families check in at the hotel by 6:00 pm
• Welcome meeting and dinner: 7:00–9:00 pm
Sunday, April 5th
Transfers:
• Airport arrivals managed individually (families arrange own transport to hotel)
Monday, April 6th
Espanyol Experience + Stadium Tour / Schedule: 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
8:15 am
• Depart by coach to RCD Espanyo (Dani Jarque Sports City)
7:30 am
• Breakfast at hotel
Morning
9:00 - 11:00 am
• Training session with Espanyol coaches
2:00 pm
• Depart to RCDE Stadium (Cornellà–El Prat) for guided tour
12:30 pm
• Lunch at hotel
Afternoon
4:30 pm
• Return to hotel
5:00 pm
• Free time
Transfers:
• Hotel - Espanyol (Sports City) • Espanyol - Hotel • Hotel - Espanyol Stadium - Hotel
Tuesday, April 7th
Espanyol Training + Friendly Match/Schedule: 7:30 am – 7:00 pm
8:15 am
• Depart by coach to Espanyol (Dani Jarque Sports City)
7:30 am
• Breakfast at hotel
Morning
9:00 - 11:00 am
• Second training session
4:30 pm
• Friendly match vs. local team (walking distance from hotel)
12:30 pm
• Lunch at hotel
Afternoon
6:30 pm
• Return to hotel, dinner and rest
Transfers:
• Hotel - Espanyol - Hotel (Friendly match played at a local field within walking distance)
Barcelona Academy Training + Camp Nou Tour/Schedule: 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday, April 8th
8:15 am
• Depart by coach to Joan Gamper Sports City (Barcelona Academy)
7:30 am
• Breakfast at hotel
Morning
9:00 - 11:00 am
• Training session with Barcelona Academy coaches
2:00 pm
• Depart to Spotify Camp Nou Experience
12:30 pm
• Lunch at hotel
Afternoon
4:30 pm
• Return to hotel
5:00 pm
• Free time
Transfers:
• Hotel - Barcelona Academy (Sports City) • Barcelona Academy - Hotel • Hotel - Camp Nou - Hotel
Thursday, April 9th
Barcelona Academy Training + Local Tournament/Schedule: 7:30 am – 9:00 pm
7:30 am
• Breakfast at hotel
Morning
8:15 am
• Depart by coach to Barcelona Academy
9:00 - 11:00 am
• Training session
3:30 - 6:30 pm
• Local tournament vs. nearby teams
(walking distance from hotel)
7:00 pm
• Awards ceremony and closing dinner at tournamente venue
12:30 pm
• Lunch at hotel
Afternoon
9:00 pm
• Return to hotel
Transfers:
• Hotel - Barcelona Academy - Hotel (Tournament field within walking distance)
Return to London / Schedule: 8:00 am onward
Friday, April 10th
• Breakfast at hotel
• Players and families check out and depart
• Families arrange flights individually
(An extra night is booked due to late finish the previous evening)
What's Included
5 nights in
4-star hotel
(player + family member)
All transfers
Daily
Breakfast & Lunch
in Barcelona by private coach
Training sessions with RCD Espanyol and FC Barcelona Academy
Stadium tours
(RCDE Stadium + Camp Nou)
Friendly match
and final tournament
Closing dinner
Full staff
coordination and supervision
and awards ceremony
Flights are not included.
Players and families must book their own travel.
Program Cost & Payment Terms
The total cost of the program is
£2,350 per player
(includes one family member).
Payment may be made in full or through a
6-month instalment plan of
£391 per month.
To confirm a place in the program, an initial payment of £391 (equivalent to the first month’s instalment) is required at the time of booking.
Cancellations: Any cancellation must be made at least two (2) months prior to the trip date (by January 29th) to be considered for review.
TO BOOK YOUR PLACE
Email: Info@theaacademy.co.uk