High Performance Academy Scotland 2025
A High Performance Football Academy is a private institution, specialized in training young talents to reach the elite.
What can a soccer academy do for you?
- It offers Elite technical-tactical training and specialized physical preparation to compete at the highest level, using state-of-the-art methodologies and technologies
- Continuous assessment of your progress through detailed analysis, constantly adapting your individual development program to maximize your potential
- Comprehensive training that encompasses mental, emotional and psychological development, strengthening your decision-making skills and building a winning mentality
- Exposure to world-class competitions, allowing you to measure yourself against top talent and gain experience in prestigious tournaments
- Flexible academic program and residency services that guarantee your athletic and personal development, maintaining an optimal balance between studies and training
- Connections with the professional world and active management of your sporting projection, facilitating your transition to professional clubs when you reach the right level
High Performance Academy Scotland Highlights
Programs Available
Summer Camp
Intensive Program (3 or 5 months)
Long Term Program (9 months)
Who can participate?
Boys
Girls
From 14 to 23 years old
Training characteristics
Intensity: 4/5
Player level: 4/5
Training level: 4/5
Educational program
High school studies: English, French or international system – distance learning
Sports Management courses
English classes
Access to Scholarships for American Universities
Accommodation
Student residence in the center of Glasgow
Single rooms with private bathroom in shared apartments
Sport facilities
Natural grass fields
Gymnasium
Video analysis room
Dates
Annual program: September to June
Price (Scotland/Malta)
From 9,500 euros for 3 months of program
From 18,000 euros for 5 months of program
From 24,000 euros for 9 months of program
Price (Girls Program)
From 19,200 euros for 9 months of program
Price
Under request
Programs available at the High Performance Academy Scotland
The High Performance Academy Scotland offers short programs in the summer, and medium and long term, during the school year.
Summary of available programs:
SHORT-TERM PROGRAM – SUMMER CAMPS
1 and 2 week programs throughout the summer
LONG-TERM PROGRAMS
3, 5 and 9 months, with English classes and studies.
In this section we focus on long term programs, please contact us if you are interested in a short term program.
History of the academy in the world of soccer
Founded in 2011, the Academy has locations in Glasgow, Scotland, and Malta. With a proven track record and years of experience, its aim is to provide a life-changing experience combining education with sport.
The programs allow players to not only discover a new country and culture, but also to continue oiùtheir studies while constantly developing their sport under professional conditions. Programs include English language courses with an internationally recognized qualification, and daily training, both on the field and in the gym, all in the center of Glasgow, one of the most renowned cities in Europe, or in the Mediterranean climate of Malta, for an unforgettable student experience.
The Academy is a full member of the Scottish FA, holds the exclusive UEFA Club License, and has made history by winning the Scottish Southern League.
Success stories
With over 500 male and female students of different levels, backgrounds and ambitions having passed through the Edusport Academy since 2011, it has been possible to observe their growth into outstanding young people from their development in all areas of their endeavors.
Many of them have built up amazing self-confidence that will serve them for life. More than 20 have signed professional contracts, more than 80 won soccer scholarships in the United States, and more and more are choosing to stay in Scotland beyond their year at the Academy. Some alumni have even been hired and are now part of the Academy staff. Regardless of individual achievements, though, all have come away from the Academy better for the experience.
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Training programs
Through daily training in high quality sports facilities, Edusport Academy players benefit from the expertise of highly qualified UEFA Pro and UEFA A licensed coaches to improve their tactical and physical skills. This experience, combined with the opportunity to play in different Scottish, Maltese or French competitions, allows them to significantly improve their sporting skills. With a modern coaching philosophy, combined with traditional values, the aim of the academy is to educate young players in new styles and new mentalities in the game of soccer.
Since 2014 the Edusport Academy has become a true professional club. They are members of the Scottish Football Association (SFA), making it the first and only soccer academy in the world to be an official member of a FIFA affiliated federation.
Players are tested at the highest level during Scottish league and Maltese championship matches, national cups or matches organized against professional clubs. The matches are filmed and a promotional clip is given to each player at the end of the year.
The Edusport Academy has more than 60 players who go to Scotland every year with the same objectives: to progress and discover a different country, culture and soccer. The players are divided into 2 categories U20 and U23 and can play between the 4 teams of the Club according to their progression during the year.
In Malta, the 20 players are placed in support clubs in addition to the academy training to compete in the Maltese championship.
Its program stands out from other academies in several respects:
- It has its own team and offers players the chance to play as a First Team in the 5th division of the Scottish Leagues and the Club’s other 3 teams
- Offers students to combine the Malta program with the program in Scotland, to have the experience of 2 countries
- English classes included in the program, to improve language proficiency
- Video analysis sessions, in order to accelerate your progress and understanding of the game
- A team of highly qualified physiotherapists and sports therapists
Technological innovations applied to sports performance
Every element of performance is closely monitored using Catapult technology to ensure that players can learn and improve their game at every training session and match.
Matches at the Academy are filmed. This is usually done by the press team or the latest VEO video technology. VEO devices allow matches to be filmed automatically: thanks to their artificial intelligence, the device follows the ball and the actions, so we can quickly isolate the sequences of interest.
These videos are invaluable tools for video analysis sessions and contribute to each player’s profile video at the end of the year. The profile video is a highlight reel that can be used for self-analysis or, in most cases, sent to coaches and scouts throughout Europe and the United States.
Educational Programs
The school’s diverse educational system is specifically tailored for young athletes who aspire to excellence both in sport and in their studies. At the Edusport Academy they know from experience that the students who are most committed to the academic course are very often the athletes who make the most rapid and significant progress on the field of play.
Study options
This academy has a variety of educational options to suit all needs. Once the student enters the registration process for the annual program, the educational advisors establish a plan for the student and inform him/her of all available options.
The Academy collaborates with leading educational institutions, allowing students and athletes to pursue their academic studies on a flexible schedule while training in their sports during the day:
- Secondary studies: English, French or international system -distance learning
- For English-speaking students, a professional sports education program with various degrees in Sport Business and Sport Management, from Sport Marketing to Sport Sponsorship Strategy and Leadership, to Sport Law and Strategic Management in Sport Organizations
- For non-native English speakers, 10 hours of English per week with optional official certifications.
- Access to American University Scholarships: these scholarships are offered to students according to their level of English and their level of sport. A year at Edusport Academy allows you to prepare for the English tests you will have to take, while improving your level of play, in order to qualify for a scholarship to study in the United States.
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Academy facilities
Players are housed in a residence for students of different nationalities in the heart of the city of Glasgow. Close to the school where they attend classes and the state-of-the-art gymnasium, the accommodation is ideally located to ensure the best student experience. The modern facilities offer single en-suite rooms in apartments with shared kitchen and lounge. Academy buses pick you up from your accommodation to take you to the training camp, where everything is ready to ensure the best learning conditions and provide the best experience during your stay at the academy.
The Academy has its own training facilities and local stadium, located in the heart of “Strathclyde Country Park”, 6 km from Glasgow city center, the Alliance Park: a real stadium with a capacity of 500 spectators.
Comfortable conditions and a perfect location offer an excellent student life and sporting experience in one of Europe’s most dynamic and vibrant cities.
Additional benefits of being part of this Academy
- Opportunities to compete in the Club’s teams in Scottish and Maltese leagues.
- Access to scholarships to universities in the USA
- Training and competition in our own stadium, increasing professional experience.
- Program that develops the player’s autonomy and intelligence.
How to enroll in the High Performance Football Academy in Scotland?
OPTION 1 – RECOMMENDED: ON-SITE TEST
The most recommended option is to participate in a short-term program during the summer. This allows the player to get to know the staff and the day-to-day life at the academy before spending a long period of time training at the center. The academy can also get to know the player and examine his level more accurately.
OPTION 2: DISTANCE REGISTRATION
Students who are unable to attend a short program to try out the academy can initiate enrollment remotely. With this option, the level and competition experience of the player must be accredited in order for the staff to assess whether or not he/she is eligible for the long term program.
Program dates & prices
The long-term program starts in September and ends in June. You also have the option of 3 or 5 months.
Short-term programs are available in summer. Please contact us for more information.
The purpose of the tests is to evaluate your level and your potential in the field, but above all, it is an opportunity to get to know you, discuss your motivations for joining our program and get to know your attitude. If you are unable to attend one of our events, we can evaluate your application through video and phone or Skype interviews.
Cost of the Program
The long-term program has a basic cost that includes soccer training, full board accommodation and English classes. Different add-ons can be added to this basic service depending on the student’s needs.
Basic price:
- Full year = 24,000 euros
- 5 months = 18,000 euros
- 3 months = 9,500 euros
Includes:
- Professional training with qualified trainers
- Accommodation for the duration of the program, including school vacations
- Monthly food budget
- Sports Management Course in collaboration with the Johan Cruyff Institute, depending on your immigration status
- 10 hours of English per week
- Recognized English qualification (TOEIC)
- Training equipment
- Transportation to the training center
- League calendar
- Organized matches against professional Scottish or Maltese clubs
- Sports outings and cultural visits
- Insurance
Complements:
- Competitions complement
- Optional trips to or from Scotland or Malta
- Scholarship management service for access to US Universities
Scholarships
The High Performance Academy Scotland does not offer scholarships. This is because their prices are already adjusted as much as possible to ensure accessibility to all players. It is important to note that despite the absence of scholarships, they provide exceptional development and training opportunities for all talents who enroll in their programs.
