Be different
Methodology
The A Academy Methodology
The A Academy methodology was founded by Alvaro Castaño and has been carefully refined term after term to become what it is today: a unique, effective, and forward-thinking approach to player development. We take pride in being different. We think outside the box and ensure that every player is exposed to all aspects of the game, both on and off the ball.
Now in our fourth year, we are proud to have welcomed Toni Moragues to the team as our Head Methodologist. Toni brings a wealth of experience in neuroscience applied to football, and has introduced a structured positional play-based methodology for our competitive teams, further enhancing our identity and standards.
We believe that football development is shaped by many interconnected factors, including the social, emotional, and physiological. Players must feel welcomed, supported, and connected to their coaches. Only then can they truly enjoy the game and unlock their full learning potential.
Philosophy
"See the person first, then the player.
Offer guidance before giving commands."
Mission
We are dedicated to empowering football players and their families worldwide by providing the essential support and resources needed to succeed in every aspect of the game.
Values and goals
FREE — because they have mastered all technical and tactical skills, both individual and collective.
INTELLIGENT — because they know how to quickly make the best decisions in every moment of the game.
ROOTED IN HUMAN VALUES — because these are essential for success not only in sport but in any future career beyond football.
ACADEMICALLY SOUND — because balancing football and education is a must for every player.
FOCUSED ON THE FUTURE — because the qualities demanded by Europe’s top clubs are the same that lead to success in life beyond the pitch.
Continuity and holistic education
Each individual—and every institution—is unique.
That’s why, at The A Academy, we believe that each player's path must also be unique.
We continuously assess every player's ability, identifying strengths and areas for growth. This allows us to adapt training to the individual, ensuring each player receives the support they need to progress effectively and confidently.
Thanks to this ongoing, personalised development, we’re able to accelerate learning and support players in reaching their full potential in the shortest time possible.
Our methodology is constantly evolving to meet the demands of a rapidly changing football landscape, ensuring that we never fall behind and neither do our players.
At The A Academy, players are evaluated and placed into one of three tailored programs: Foundation, Development and Competitive.
