​Why Choose the UDA Summer Residential Program?

The UDA Elite Summer Player Development Program is built for serious student-athletes who want to:

• Train like a professional in the UK
  
• Earn college credit while traveling
  
• Explore the possibility of studying full-time at UDA while pursuing a university degree
  
• Get exposure to UDA’s professional academy structure and future scholarship opportunities
  

​📅 Program Dates

21 days total of elite development, games, social outings, cultural visits — and college credit!

University of Gloucestershire: July 19–29, 2026
University of Chester: July 29–August 10, 2026

​Who Is Eligible?

• Elite male players aged 15–17 (entering university in 2027 or 2028)
  • Opening program to female players for 2027!
• Benchmark, MLS Next, ECLN Premier, or equivalent level
• Must be ID-approved by UDA staff​
• Limited to 25 participants

Note: Application form required for enrollment

​The UDA Experience Includes:

🧠 Educational Component

• College credit via a U.S. university online course (during the program)
• University campus tours
• Academic meetings and mentorship

⚽ Soccer Academy Training

• 4 hours/day of training
  • Morning: Technical skills (small group)
  • Afternoon: Game-related training (larger group)
• Recovery sessions & S&C training
• 4 full matches (2 per campus)
• Individual Improvement Plans (IIPs)
• Live-streamed and recorded games
• Player evaluations
• Player 360 access
• Sports psychology + nutrition guidance
• Athletic trainer on-site
• Access to UDA's Player Agent (optional add-on)
• Exposure to Beira-Mar Professional Club, Portugal

​Academy Staff

• UEFA-licensed coaches with professional academy experience
• Guest sessions from Premier League academy coaches
• Integrated UDA staff from both Chester and Gloucestershire campuses

​Social & Cultural Experience

• Tours of Manchester United, Liverpool AFC, and Bristol City Academy
• Visits to iconic UK landmarks
• Optional pre-program visit to London (arrive 2 days early, on your own)

​🌍 ​Tour pick-up in London: July 19, 2026

​What's Included?

• Single dorm room on university campuses
  
• All meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  
• All program transportation
  
• On-site chaperones for 24/7 supervision and support
  

​🗓 Sample Daily Schedule

Time	Activity
Morning	Technical training (small groups)
Afternoon	Game-related training or matches
Evening	College credit course (6–8 PM)
1x per Campus	Stadium/cultural tour afternoons

​Program Costs

​Details coming soon.
Includes accommodation, training, meals, excursions, and educational programming.

​Ready to Start Your Journey?

​✅ Submit your application form
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