What Soccer Parents Say ...
International Soccer Academy’s residential youth soccer (European youth football) academy is ranked #1 for player development. Working with professional soccer clubs in Europe, we offer an exclusive proven pathway for talented players.
In September 2024, we surveyed our parents and 100% responded they were happy their youth players were in our elite soccer academy program. Please read the reviews on our elite program for top student athletes who love soccer:
Michael Divano
The entire International Soccer Academy and FC Schalke 04 staff are 100% committed to every players success. Every player that came to this program in August improved their game because of the dedication this program has to these boys. The goal of everyone in this program is for success for every player individually.
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Ty Walker
International Soccer Academy provides high-quality experience and opportunity for the player who dreams of tapping into their highest potential in soccer. After two years with International Soccer Academy, the value of the opportunity and development have been immeasurable.
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Lucas Hensler
Thank you so much for creating all these AMAZING opportunities for our son to help him achieve his dreams. International Soccer Academy is an incredible program. For US youth who are motivated to play professionally in Europe and do not have an EU passport allowing them to play at the academy level, the International Soccer Academy is the best option without reservation. After having visited the boys multiple times during the year, I can say that for American youth players this is the highest quality opportunity available.
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York Knipprath
York has profited immensley from the experience of playing in Berlin. We wish he could have had this quality of training from an earlier age. The competition was impressive and York believes he has developed into a strong and more perceptive player
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Jacob Mudry
International Soccer Academy delivered, meeting our incredibly demanding expectations and so much more. The development and growth offered by the program is second to none.
We can never thank you enough for the opportunity you’ve given our son to chase his dreams.
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Hughie Eaton
The experience for my son exceeds all of his or my expectations.
I don’t think there is anything else out there like this. Period.
Truly a life-altering experience.
I was absolutely floored the first time I visited my son in Germany during his year with International Soccer Academy.
It is as advertised – a full-on immersion into the German Academy experience. The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, approachable, and experienced.
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Om Patel
We have genuinely seen the physical and mental growth of Om in the year and half he has been in the program. It is difficult to let him develop so far away during such important teen years, but it seems like ISA really prioritizes the boys growth as players and young men.
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Japhy McGuinness
If you have been looking for a residential soccer program you can trust, look no further! As skeptical parents, we thoroughly researched and visited numerous academies. None of the other academies even came close to providing the safety, supervision, community, personalized care, open communication, facilities, training, opportunity and exposure that International Soccer Academy delivers. The partnership International Soccer Academy has with legitimate football clubs in Europe is unparalleled.
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Orlando Polendo
I genuinely appreciate the opportunity to train with International Soccer Academy at FC Schalke 04’s Knappenschmiede and compete all over Germany and the Netherlands.
Being selected was an honor and privilege, and the experience will continue to open more doors.
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Om Patel
Hertha Berlin’s Integrated Academy is providing our son with an incredible opportunity to test his full potential as an athlete, competitor, and individual. I see him grow and mature daily, and I rest easy given the care and attention that his overseas ‘family’ provides. We could not be more grateful to have found this program.
We have genuinely seen Om’s physical and mental growth. We are proud to have Om at International Soccer Academy for his second year.
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Sebastian Stokas
Hertha Berlin’s Integrated Academy is providing our son with an incredible opportunity to test his full potential as an athlete, competitor, and individual. I see him grow and mature daily, and I rest easy given the care and attention that his overseas family provides. We could not be more grateful to have found this program with International Soccer Academy.
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Milan Mossing
Joining International Soccer Academy seems to be one of the best decisions for our son so far. Our hope is that training with top professionals will enhance his skills and provide invaluable exposure, and the immersive experience of living abroad will broaden his perspective and world view. All in all, we hope this is a transformative experience for him both on and off the field!
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Kieran Tatiboit
The International Soccer Academy is so highly developed and coordinated. From the initial planning process to the daily activities the boys are participating in, are all well-coordinated. As parents, it is a relief to know our son is in such great care although far from home while getting the training and development he seeks.
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Bo Cooper
Our family has been so impressed with the professionalism of your entire program. And your attention to details – from fitness testing to training to scheduling enough time for school. All the way to when the airline delayed Bo’s luggage, the assistant coach was ready to take him to the airport. We sincerely appreciate all you do for these boys!
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Alex Gonzalez
We are so happy with our experience in Cadiz with International Soccer Academy. First the administration is so responsive. They answer all texts and emails promptly and efficiently. We were stuck in the airport without appropriate documents and Sahar sent us the information within minutes, saving the day. My son is so happy with the coaches and feels he is improving so much in such a short time. The other players are amazingly supportive and warm. My son even likes the food! We cannot say enough good things about this elite youth soccer program in Spain!!
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MJ Sims
International Soccer Academy excellent program in Germany with Hertha BSC has helped my son develop and I thank Diane and Eddie for always being so responsive.
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Wilhelm Fahrbach
International Soccer Academy at Hertha BSC in Berlin, Germany: This program not only focuses on immersing the players into the soccer culture of Europe but also integrates them into everyday life in Europe.
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Ronnie Hart
The quality of the International Soccer Academy youth soccer player development program is so high from the administration, living facilities, training facilities, coaching enthusiasm approach and knowledge … and the character of the players. We are certain that our son will reach his potential with this integrated academy.
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Austin Griffin
International Soccer Academy and Cádiz CF coaching staff have provided great player development., structure and education to my son’s soccer experience. Watching my son’s growth in the first season is the reason we returned for a second season!
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Jake Lazarus
International Soccer Academy has been a wonderful experience for my son. He attended the Gap Year program in Spain and then was sent on trials. He earned a contract to play soccer in Germany and was thrilled. My husband has traveled to visit him and enjoyed the American Thanksgiving in Germany very much. Everyone is so welcoming and so many doors have opened for Jake as a result of this program. We highly recommend International Soccer Academy.
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Zyan 'Slim' Ha-Ahu
The quality of the International Soccer Academy youth soccer player development program with Hertha BSC is great. Just wanted to say I think you have a wonderful thing going on for those boys in Berlin. My son has never been so comfortable. We also really appreciate the constant communication and pictures. It really help us stay informed. Thank you to you and all the staff.
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