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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Inter San Diego located?
Our Soccer School is located in Escondido, CA and our International programs are located in The Netherlands.
What does a typical week consist of?
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Where do our academy players stay at?
The players stay at a private resident location in Almere Stad, in the Netherlands.
Do players share rooms?
We have a shared room policy for players who are 16 years old and younger, which we see as an important part of the integration process allowing players to find their feet quickly and encouraging social integration.
What aged do you accept in your academy?
We accept players from ages 7 and above for our male program and from ages 9 and above on the female program.
What does a typical week consist of?
Whilst the individual events may vary, a week here at Inter San Diego is quite consistent in terms of football. An intensive combination of on the pitch football and off the pitch strength and conditioning grants our players the opportunity to grow as players! With our full time professional environment, our players will have the opportunity train and live the life of a professional footballer!
How many players do you have per team?
We keep our squad size at approximately 16-20 full time players per squad.
Will I get scouted by professional teams?
At Inter San Diego we are always extremely honest on the difficulty in signing at the professional level and the fact that these opportunities are completely merit based. As a club, we will do everything in our power to ensure that each player is provided with all of the tools that they need to be successful, as to where that takes them is completely down to the individual.
What is the cost for the programs?
The price of the programs is as follows:
Inter San Diego Soccer School, Escondido, California
1 Season – $650
1/2 Year – $1,200
Full Year – $2,400
Clothing Package – $200
International Programs
10 Days – €2,500
1 Months – €3,500
3 Months – €8,500
6 Months – €18,500
Are there scholarships available?
As a private institution, we are unfortunately currently unable to offer scholarships to players in our full-time residential programs however we do pride ourselves on being one of the most affordable private international academies in the world.
How do I pay the fee?
Here at Inter San Diego we are only able to accept payments through our online registration platform.
Are there payment plans available?
Yes! Our full season plan is broken down into 4 payments over the span of several months. The half season plans are broken down into 3 instalments. We strive to make our program as affordable as possible for players and families alike!
Do academy players have access to a the City?
Yes! In the Netherlands players, we have the privilege to visit the local town for shopping on a daily basis. 7 days a week, from 9:00 AM until curfew.
What support is available for players?
We have an extremely dedicated back-room staff for our international program complete with player liaisons, logistics managers, accommodation staff, and support staff. Rest assured that your son/daughter will be well looked after in the Netherlands and USA!
How many staff do you have?
We have over 10 full and part time staff at Inter San Diego and our dedicated team will be on site to welcome you to the USA or The Netherlands and be with you throughout the duration of your stay!
Is airport transportation provided?
Transportation is provided to and from the airport and for our 10 days program.
Please note that players attending the program for one month or longer, only have transportation included to and from the airport.
How I apply?
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What do I need to be considered?
In an application, we ideally need both a Football CV and highlight video to properly assess your application! We do also host visits and camps in order to get a full assessment on future recruits.
What happens after I apply?
After you apply you will receive correspondence that your application is being processed and assess by our talent recruitment staff. From there, you will receive further communication over the following days as to the status of your application.
Where do you recruit players from?
We recruit players from all over the world! With over 50 countries represented last season, Inter San Diego is truly a global academy!
How do I get a visa?
Once you have signed with the program and paid your deposit payment, you will be put in touch with our immigration specialist who will assist with the visa process.
Do I have to take a Dutch or English class?
All Non-EU players, are advised to enroll in our basic language classes which are organized alongside our full-time football program. This course is needed in order to adjust in our teams which allows players acclimate and have a successful stay. In an application, we ideally need both a Football CV and highlight video to properly assess your application! We do also host visits and camps in order to get a full assessment on future recruits.
What documents do I need for my visa?
Our immigration specialist will walk you step by step through the visa application process. You can however view a guideline of the requirements by visiting https://www.ind.nl