Receive top class training from Valencia CF’s full time professional club coaches, with courses adapted to the requirements and ability level of your group. Valencia have gone from strength to strength in recent years, so there’s no better time for your school or club to learn the skills and techniques from one of the world’s best clubs.
Go Behind the Scenes
On top of world class training, inspiresport groups also get the opportunity to watch first team and youth team training sessions (subject to match and training schedules) and receive a behind the scenes tour of the magnificent Mestalla Stadium. This is an opportunity not to be missed, so don’t delay and make Valencia CF the location of your school or club’s next football tour.
“inspiresport is a great company who I have used for over 15yrs. I would only tour with them and I have always had excellent service and in destination support. Thank you so much for our wonderful tours!”
“The Valencia CF tour exceeded all expectations and has been the best soccer tour that I have been involved in.”
“I thought it was great for the group to explore the city, and experience a different culture. It really brought them all together, and created some great memories for them.”
“There were over 100 people on the Valencia football tour, which was a huge ask, but with constant communication, care and attention, it ran brilliantly. The tour had everything that as a tour organiser, I wanted and expected. I was impressed with every element, that ranged from the inspection visit, through to departing for the return flight home.”
“Everyone especially loved the Valencia stadium tour, which was one of our excursions. It was great to see behind the scenes, and it just added onto the whole experience of our Spanish tour.”
Put Your Skills To The Test With Youth Soccer Training on Valencia FC's Youth Program in Spain
Your Valencia CF Soccer Program Includes
Valencia CF – The Club
Valencia CF is a professional football club based in Valencia, Spain. The club was founded in 1919 and has since become one of the most successful clubs in Spanish soccer history, having won numerous domestic and international titles. Valencia CF plays its home matches at the Mestalla Stadium, which has a capacity of over 55,000 spectators.
The club has a strong rivalry with fellow Valencian club Villarreal and with Spanish giants Real Madrid and Barcelona. Valencia CF has a reputation for developing young talent and has produced some of the most successful Spanish soccer players of all time, including David Villa, David Silva, and Isco.
The Training Facilities
Ciudad Deportiva is the training ground and academy facility of Valencia CF. The facility covers an area of approximately 180,000 square meters and includes a number of pitches, a gym, a medical center, and residential accommodations for academy players.
The training ground also houses Valencia CF’s administrative offices and the club’s museum. The facility has been used by the club since the 1970s and has undergone several renovations and expansions to improve its infrastructure and amenities. Ciudad Deportiva is regarded as one of the best football training grounds in Spain and has played a significant role in the development of Valencia CF’s youth academy, which has produced several top-level players over the years.
Tourist Information
The province of Valencia is situated in the centre of the Spanish Mediterranean coastline. It overlooks the spacious Gulf of Valencia and is skirted at the back by a group of mountains and rolling plains leading to the lands of Aragon and Castile-La Mancha. It is situated equidistant from Madrid and Barcelona. The city has flourished in the past few years and has rapidly established itself as Spain’s new and most fashionable tourist destination.
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Optional Excursions
Valencia is a captivating city on the southeastern coast of Spain, with a fascinating history that beckons visitors from around the world. Visitors to Valencia are drawn to its vibrant atmosphere, sunny Mediterranean beaches, and delicious gastronomy. The city is famous for its signature dish, paella, and the bustling Central Market offers an abundance of fresh produce and local delicacies. Soccer enthusiasts will be thrilled to know that Valencia FC, one of Spain’s most successful soccer clubs, calls the city home. The club’s impressive Mestalla Stadium is a pilgrimage site for soccer fans. Additionally, Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences, a futuristic complex featuring stunning architecture, museums, and an opera house, is a testament to the city’s commitment to innovation and culture. With its pleasant climate, charming old town, and a mix of modern and traditional attractions, Valencia promises a memorable experience for all who visit. Located on the eastern coast of Spain, Valencia is a coastal city that enjoys the benefits of its proximity to the Mediterranean Sea, offering beautiful beaches and a relaxed seaside vibe.
Here’s a taster of some of the excursions we can provide for you subject to availability…
Water Parks
Cool down with an optional excursion to a local water park - fun for everyone to fill your downtime on tour.
Theme Parks
Theme Parks are a great way to entertain your groups when they are not training or playing.
City Tours
Explore your surroundings with an educational city tour.
Evening Entertainment
We can arrange evening entertainment with local opportunities such as bowling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What to Expect From Your Valencia CF Youth Soccer Tour?
Our youth soccer tours in Europe offer exclusive access to the Paterna training facilities, where teams participate in scheduled sessions with professional club coaches and play pre-arranged matches against local opposition. The tour includes a behind-the-scenes visit to Mestalla Stadium, Inspiresport-branded Adidas football kits, quality half-board hotel accommodation, and a dedicated account manager., along with the services of a bilingual Inspiresport representative throughout the trip. Coaches and staff will benefit from supervisory free travel (1 for every 25 players), making the tour convenient and stress free for all.
Can family and supporters join the tour and go on additional excursions?
Yes, supporters are always welcome to join international soccer tours and are encouraged to arrange their own excursions. However, please note that if you register for the supporter package with us, you will be included in all tickets for professional matches and any access allowed for observing training sessions. If you choose to arrange your own travel and accommodation, you will not be counted in our group numbers and may not receive the same inclusions. Any extra excursions will be an additional cost, and if not included in the tour price, supporters will need to arrange it on their own.
When do you Need to Confirm Final Numbers for your Valencia Soccer Tour?
We do operate on a case-by-case system, however, registration usually opens following a presentation evening to the players, parents, and coaches. We would then work with the club to determine when everyone interested has registered, this would then be assessed after a 21–28-day window. If enough players and accompanying adults are registered for the trip, the registration is in a position to be closed and planning for the confirmed trip can begin. If we haven’t yet received enough registrations, this period can be extended for a further 7-21 days.
What Should You Pack for a Youth Soccer Tour in Spain?
When you’re planning what to pack for your European soccer tour, make sure to include the essentials for both training and leisure time. As a general rule, consider the following items for your packing list:
- Underwear/sports bras, socks
- Shorts
- Shirts, sweatshirts, sponsor hoodie
- Casual clothes
- Casual shoes, sandals, shin guards, cleats/turf shoes
- Backpack/drawstring bag,
- Athletic tape/bandages, medicine, sun screen,
- Hair brush, toiletries, towel, phone charger
- Rain gear, laundry bag, water bottle
- Team required kit/clothing
- Outlet converter
What Happens if One of Your Players Gets Injured?
We strongly recommend you purchase a travel protection plan/insurance immediately to help protect you and your investment in your international soccer tour. For your convenience, we offer plans through Travelex Insurance Services. Travelex’s travel protection plans can help provide coverage for Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption, Emergency Medical and Emergency Evacuation/Repatriation, Trip Delay, Baggage Delay, and more, including COVID-19 coverage. PLEASE NOTE: You must purchase travel insurance through Travelex at least 21 days before the start date of the tour.
What is the Cancellation Policy?
Our cancellation policy and refund eligibility for the landed packages within our soccer travel programs to Europe are based on the following:
- 181 days + from departure = full refund minus deposit per person
- 180 to 121 days to departure = full refund minus $595 per person
- 120 to 90 days to departure = 50% refund of the landed package
- 90 to 61 days to departure = 25% refund of the landed package
- 60 or less days to departure = no refund.