RCD ESPANYOL AND MEDITERRANEAN INTERNATIONAL CUP (MIC) TRAINING PROGRAM BARCELONA, SPAIN COSTA BRAVA, SPAIN SPRING 2019 19 th EDITION
THE PROGRAM esoccer is proud to offer you an amazing cultural and soccer experience in Spain. Starting in Barcelona, you will spend a few days training and preparing before you compete in one of the best international soccer tournaments in the world The Mediterranean International Cup (MIC)! THE CLUB Your stay in Barcelona will begin with training sessions with R.C.D. Espanyol professional Academy coaches. R.C.D. Espanyol plays in La Liga, the first division in Spain, and has won the Copa del Rey four times. One of their biggest rivalries is playing against local titan F.C. Barcelona in the Barcelona Derby. After training, your team will compete in a friendly game against a local Spanish youth team to practice what you ve learned. Your team will also have the opportunity to partake in cultural sightseeing in Barcelona, like visits to Parque Güell, Plaza Cataluña, and the Sagrada Familia. You will also tour one of the most impressive stadiums in Europe, Camp Nou, as well as its spectacular museum, trophy room, and megastore.
THE TOURNAMENT The MIC is one of the world s top international soccer tournaments, offering players and supporters from all over the world the opportunity to combine soccer, culture, and fun in one of Europe s most spectacular coastal regions the Costa Brava. The Costa Brava is a charming region that offers gourmet dining experiences and breathtaking views. During the tournament, you will have the opportunity to sightsee, strolling through its streets and down its beautiful beaches, or sampling the area s renowned gastronomy. With over 250 teams competing in the MIC every year, you will meet players from all over the world, making this a truly multicultural experience. Each team is guaranteed a minimum of four games during the tournament, a medical assistant at all games, an official tournament picture, and much more! SNAPSHOT: More than 250 teams representing 40 nationalities and 5 continents 596 soccer games in 5 days More than 5,000 participants Live matches on TV and Internet 29 Stadiums
Team Travel Program Components Train with professional Academy coaches at state of the art facilities. Experience the life of a European youth Academy player! Challenge your game by playing against top quality local opponents, putting your new skills into practice. Learn about the local style of play first-hand! TRAIN WITH ACADEMY COACHES AT TOP FACILITIES PLAY COMPETITIVE FRIENDLY MATCHES I love watching the different coaching styles, I can pick up new things that I can bring back to the U.S. and put into my training sessions. Just being able to see where the top players in the world are able to train and compete I think is fantastic. I think there is a lot we can bring back to our teams back home, that s the main thing just the culture and style of play. It s good to play international games against kids our own age, because it shows how you compare to them. Danielle Malagari Coach Paxton Pomykal Player Take your game to the next level by seeing the greats play in person. Imagine seeing Messi, Bale or Mueller s skills up close. ATTEND PROFESSIONAL MATCHES We saw the full out team which is really awesome to see players that I look up to play live, not just on the tv. Matthew Boberg Player Get a behind the scenes glimpse of your favorite stadiums! See the trophies won, see the field from the team bench, and visit the locker rooms. TOUR PROFESSIONAL STADIUMS AND FACILITIES The atmosphere amazing, the complex is amazing, the coaches are fantastic, and I have learned so much. Being here is the best experience I could have imagined. Dakota Peterson Player Experience a European capital, including its local culture, language, and food! Visit important historical sites and learn about local life. CULTURAL SIGHTSEEING You have enough time for soccer but also enough time to experience the culture. It is an educational experience that not too many people have the opportunity to participate in. Joe Flynn Supporter
Start your Spanish adventure in Barcelona, training with coaches from the R.C.D. Espanyol Academy. Take advantage of sightseeing Gaudi s world famous Sagrada Familia cathedral. Then visit the beautiful Costa Brava for your MIC Tournament experience, taking in its coastal charm.
YOUR EXPERIENCE INCLUDES 8 nights accommodation in Madrid in a 3* or 4* hotel Meal Plan: 2 meals per day. Breakfast each day, and lunch or dinner All required ground transportation throughout the program* Team Coordinator to be with team at all times, 24/7 Sightseeing and Cultural Activities, including visiting Barcelona Medical and cancellation insurance Laundry for Players (Uniforms, 3 loads) 2 Training sessions with R.C.D. Espanyol Academy coaches at their Dani Jarque training complex Mediterranean International Cup tournament fees and administration requirements All training session fields and equipment 1 pre-arranged competitive friendly games against Spanish opponents ahead of the tournament start Tour F.C. Barcelona s Camp Nou Stadium, Museum and superstore Tour the Royal Spanish Football Federation Museum and Training Complex esoccer promo product Social media coverage during your training program *Including one group airport transfer upon arrival and one at departure
OPTIONAL ITEMS Please inquire for further information on these items: Roundtrip airfare is not included, but will be sourced for the group Match tickets to professional games (subject to availability) Additional items such as phone calls, beverages, and snacks Admission fees to any cultural or leisure activities not listed in itinerary Any other items not specified under the Program Includes section THE PROGRAM TIMELINE 1 2 3 4 5 6 Deposit payment of $395 per traveler due at the time of registration Fundraising information and first of newsletter series is sent to registrants Progress payment of $800 per traveler is due Professional match tickets availability communicated Final balance due six weeks prior to travel Final itinerary sent a few weeks before departure. Time to travel!
SAMPLE ITINERARY *Please remember that this is a sample itinerary, subject to change based on the customized program of your team. DAY 1: Depart for Barcelona, Spain. DAY 6: 1 st round games. Free time on your own to enjoy Costa Brava (Lloret de Mar, DAY 2: Arrive at Barcelona El Prat International Airport. Transfer to accommodations. Free time to relax. Light training session with own coach. DAY 7: Tossa de Mar, Begur, Palamos, etc). Play off games in the morning and afternoon. DAY 3: DAY 4: Training session with R.C.D. Espanyol Academy coaches # 1 at the Dani Jarque complex. Competitive match #1 vs. top quality Spanish opponent. Training session with R.C.D. Espanyol Academy coaches # 2 at the Dani Jarque complex. Tour F.C. Barcelona s Camp Nou stadium museum and megastore. Check into MIC hotel. DAY 8: DAY 9: Quarterfinals and Semifinals. *Attend La Liga match: R.C.D. Espanyol vs. Leganés or Girona vs Levante (*optional and additional cost. Game scheduled for Saturday, could be moved to Sunday.) Final round games. Finals and trophy ceremony. Guided City Tour of Barcelona (Parque Güell, Plaza Cataluña, Sagrada Familia) DAY 5: 1 st round games. MIC 2018 Opening Ceremony. DAY 10: Depart from Barcelona, Spain.
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