Train with a Uefa pro coach, la Liga scout, and former Spain international.
Former Spain U-20 International and Youth World Cup Winner, UEFA Pro License and an active scout for La Liga (top Spanish Pro league) club, Real Betis.
European Soccer ID Camps Coming to Niagara This Summer
Train with elite coaches from Italy and Spain at Ridley College. Limited spots available for serious U8–U17 players.
Sibling and multi-camp discounts available.
Pescara Calcio Academy Returns to Niagara
Train with UEFA-certified Italian coaches from the Serie B academy known as the “Home of Talents.”
✅4th annual camp 👉50+ local players invited to Italy for further development and assessments.
🎟️ Spots Are Limited — 75 Players (17 spots already Accepted)
📍 Location: Ridley College, 2 Ridley Road, St. Catharines, ON
📅 Dates: June 29 – July 3, 2026 | 🕘 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📋 Ages: U8–U17 boys & girls
👕 Kit: Official Kit Included
💵 $495+HST - secure with just a $50 deposit *payment plans available!
🔥New for U13–U17: Position-specific afternoon training available (additional cost).
Train with a UEFA Pro Coach, FIFA U-20 World Cup Champion & Active Real Betis (LaLiga) Scout
Alex Lombardero brings Spanish professional football methodology to Niagara for five days of technical, Game IQ and decision-making development.
UEFA Pro License Active LaLiga Scout for Real Betis
🎟️ Spots Are Limited — 60 Players (16 spots already Accepted)
📍 Location: Ridley College, 2 Ridley Road, St. Catharines, ON
📅 Dates: July 20 – 24, 2026
📋 U8-U12: Morning
📋 U13-U17: Afternoon
💵 $495+HST - secure with just a $50 deposit *payment plans available!
🔥New for U13–U17: Position-specific afternoon training available (additional cost).
"I Played with Legends. Now, I Find Them."
In 1999, Alex won the FIFA U-20 World Cup with Spain — alongside Iker Casillas and Xavi Hernández.
His teammates that day became two of the greatest players in football history. His coach can tell your child what it was actually like to stand on that stage — and what it took to get there.
After a professional career with Lugo and Mérida, illness ended Alex's playing days. Rather than leave the game, he channelled everything into a new mission: finding the next generation.
Today he holds the UEFA Pro License and scouts actively for Real Betis in La Liga — Spain's top flight — while working as a Sports Director across Spain's second and third tiers.
He knows exactly what European clubs are looking for.
In July, he comes to Niagara to find it.
learn the game the Spanish way
Spanish football produces the most intelligent, technical players on the planet — not by accident, but through a development philosophy that never compromises on standards.
This camp is built around that philosophy:
⚽ Ball mastery and technical precision under pressure
🧠 Decision-making and game intelligence
🎯 Tactical awareness and positional understanding
This is how elite players are developed — not just trained.
✅ Train with UEFA Pro Coach — highest European coaching designation
✅ Scouting for international opportunities — training and tournament invites
✅ Top-tier location at Ridley College's professional-level fields
✅ Decision-making and game intelligence — the Spanish way!
daily schedule
Morning Session - U8-U12 age group
Afternoon Session - U13-U17 age group
(3 hours of instructions for each age group)
A Real Pathway to Spain
Players will be observed throughout the full five days.
Standout performers may be considered for:
🇪🇸 Tournament of Coria — prestigious youth tournament in Spain 🏟️ Professional club invitations — exclusive experiences with Spanish clubs 🔍 Ongoing scout attention — entry into Alex's active scouting network
This is not a guarantee. But it is real exposure — delivered by someone actively working inside the European system.
our facility
Ridley College is a world-class independent school nestled in the heart of Niagara. The beautiful campus offers 9 acres of facilities including multiple soccer fields and access to a physio office, gymnasium, and other quality amenities. The facility is a short drive to nearby coffee shops, restaurants, and the St. Catharines General Hospital.
Address: Ridley College,2 Ridley Rd, St. Catharines, ON, L2R 7C3
🎟️ Spots Are Limited — Only 60 Athletes Accepted
This is a unique training experience designed for ambitious players ready to challenge themselves. Once we hit capacity, registration will close.
🔗 Click here to reserve your spot now
📍 Location: Ridley College, 2 Ridley Road, St. Catharines, ON
📅 Dates: July 20 – 24, 2026 | 🕘 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📋 Ages: U8–U17 boys & girls
💵 $495+HST - secure with just a $50 deposit *payment plans available!
Do you have what it takes to be the next superstar?
I’m Ready! Sign-up today and take your game to the next level.
📞 Questions? Contact us directly to speak with our team.
📧 contact@elitesoccerdevelopment.com
☎️ (289)214-1414
FAQs
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International Identification (ID) camp is one that is facilitated by international coaches, often representing professional teams and/or colleges and universities, scouts and scouting agencies, or player representatives and agents. At our organization, they are intended for competitive and high-performance players looking to develop their skills and are interested in pursuing their dreams of a professional opportunity.
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We do not directly provide accommodations. Ridley College does offer a stay at their residence for a set fee. If you wish to learn more about accommodation options at Ridley College, please reach out to us and we will put you in touch.
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Guest coaches observe and assess the players throughout the camps with feedback from Elite Soccer Development (ESD) staff. On daily basis, they review performance, character and other factors depending on their philosophy.
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Yes. The full fee is due in prior to the start of the camp but our team is happy to work with you.
We understand that cost can be a barrier to participation, especially in these difficult economic times. We are happy to work with you and your family to work out a payment plan that fits your circumstances.
We do offer a limited number of scholarships for exceptional students who are facing financial barriers. Please contact us to inquire if you qualify.
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Yes, we understand circumstances change. In order to accommodate our students we offer a full refund minus a $50 admin fee if they de-register at least two weeks prior to the start of camp. If de-registering on the 1st day of camp, you will receive a 50% discount. If a medical note is provided, a full refund is granted.
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Yes. We offer:
A family discount of %10 on siblings.
A multi-camp discount of 10% for 2 camps or 15% for 3+ camps.
Family and multi-camp discounts can be combined for a maximum of 15%.
Group discount of 10% for groups of 10 players or more.
Team discount of 10% for coaches who bring 14 - 16 players. If the coach has a child on the team, the child will be admitted for free.
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Yes. Please contact us if you are interested in assisting. Volunteer coaches are limited to assisting in operational and logistical task to ensure that campers are focused on the instructions of the guest coaches from our partner organizations.
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Travel is the sole responsibility of the player and their family. There are additional fees associated with the trip. In the past, exceptional players have received scholarships.