2027 Real Madrid Foundation Campus Experience Summer Soccer Camp: Airport Transfers & FAQ

Campus MAX is a program designed for boys and girls ages 9 to 17 who already have a solid soccer foundation preferably in soccer club. For this reason, it is only offered in Day Camp and Residential formats. Campus ONE, on the other hand, is open for any child who loves soccer, regardless of their skill level, and is offered in Day Camp (ages 7–16), and Residential (ages 9–17) formats.

In addition, Campus MAX has a lower coach-to-participant ratio, allowing for a more intensive and personalized experience (although all sessions are still conducted in group format). It also includes more hours of on-field work, with one additional hour of training per day compared to the Campus ONE program.

Participants in Campus MAX receive two official kits (one white and one black) plus a boot bag, while in the Campus ONE programs (except the Residential Program), participants receive only one kit.

Both programs include at least two training sessions per week at Ciudad Real Madrid (Valdebebas).

Campus Experience is a summer educational program for boys and girls aged 7 to 17, organized by the Real Madrid Foundation. Its aim is to offer a unique learning experience that combines football practice with educational activities focused on values ​​such as leadership, effort, self-control, teamwork, and respect. Through training sessions, workshops, and team-building activities, participants develop both their athletic and personal skills in a safe and professional environment.

Campus Experience offers different options adapted to the age of the participants. Each format combines sports training, educational activities, and values education.
The main options are:

• Campus ONE Residential: Sunday to Friday. For boys, girls, players, and goalkeepers aged 9 to 17.
• Campus ONE Full-Day: Monday to Friday. For boys, girls, players, and goalkeepers aged 7 to 16.
• Campus MAX Residential: Sunday to Saturday. For boys, girls, players, and goalkeepers aged 9 to 17.
• Campus MAX Full-Day: Monday to Friday. For boys, girls, players, and goalkeepers aged 9 to 17.

All participants are guaranteed to train a minimum of two days at Real Madrid City (Valdebebas). The rest of the sessions will take place in other sports centers adapted to the needs of the campus. The exact locations will depend on the chosen option and dates.

The technical team is made up of official Real Madrid Foundation coaches, supported by a group of instructors and coordinators specialized in leisure and youth activities.

Campus Experience follows the official Real Madrid Foundation methodology, focused on the comprehensive development of the participant, technical, tactical, and personal values.

Each session combines specific drills with team dynamics, aiming to balance soccer improvement with personal growth.

Training sessions are structured in stages: warm-up, technical–tactical development, game simulation, and final reflection.

Real Madrid has a scouting network to identify talented youngsters. Participants need to make an impression for their local club/team. You cannot apply for a trial through Campus Experience.

That activity is not guaranted.

A minimum number of girls per week will be required to offer a program exclusively for them. If the minimum is not reached, the group will be mixed.

Participants stay in a private, modern, and fully equipped residence. The building has restricted access, and program staff housed on-site.

Yes. Campus Experience staff live with the participants in the residence and offer 24-hour supervision and support.

In addition, an external security team monitors access and common areas.

Day Camps:

You can arrive directly at Real Madrid Sports City in Valdebebas (free meeting point).

• Campus ONE Full-Day: 08:30 a.m. / 06:00 p.m.
• Campus MAX Full-Day: 08:30 a.m. / 07:00 p.m.

You can book the transfer from the meeting point at Calle Doctor Fleming, 15 at the scheduled times for each program (extra service).

• Campus ONE Full-Day: 08:00 a.m. / 06:15 p.m.
• Campus MAX Full-Day: 08:00 a.m. / 07:15 p.m.

Residential Camps:
You can arrive directly at the residence (free meeting point).

• Campus ONE: Sunday from 05:00 p.m. to 07:00 p.m. / Friday 08:00 p.m.
• Campus MAX: Sunday from 05:00 p.m. to 07:00 p.m. / Saturday 10:00 a.m.

You can book the transfer from the meeting point at Calle Doctor Fleming, 15 at the scheduled times for each program (extra service).

• Campus ONE: Sunday 04:15 p.m. / Friday 08:15 p.m.
• Campus MAX: Sunday 04:15 p.m. / Saturday 11:00 a.m.

You can book the transfer service to the airport or train station (extra service).

• Campus ONE: Sunday from 09:00 a.m. to 09:00 p.m. / Friday from 07:00 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.
• Campus MAX: Sunday from 09:00 a.m. to 09:00 p.m. / Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.

*Note: All indicated schedules are subject to possible changes

Yes. Campus Experience can issue an official invitation letter for participants who need it in order to apply for a visa. For this, all the participant’s documentation will be required to be provided. 

This document is issued only in the name of the minor and only once registration has been completed and payment received in full.

No. Invitation letters are issued exclusively in the name of the registered participant. Campus Experience does not process or issue travel documents for parents or accompanying persons.

Yes, Participants may register for multiple weeks, during registration, you will just need to add either 1 extra night (MAX) or 2 extra nights (Campus) to cover the weekend stay. The second week program will be similar repeat of the first week and is 5% off regular price.

Find the cancellation policy HERE.

The participants are grouped according to their age.

Each session lasts 60 minutes.

In addition to the sports sessions, participants take part in educational, recreational, and cultural activities called ‘Experience Activities,’ aimed at personal growth, teamwork, and the values of Real Madrid.

Residential participants also enjoy supervised evening activities.

Yes. All residential programs include a visit to the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium Tour, where participants learn about the club’s history, explore the trophy room, and visit the exhibition areas.

Participants must bring football boots suitable for artificial grass (short studs or multi-stud) and sports sneakers for off-field activities. They should also bring flip-flops or sandals for shower and pool areas.

• 1 white shirt, 1 pair of white shorts, and 1 pair of white socks for Campus ONE Day Camp programs. 
• 2 white shirts, 2 pairs of white shorts, and 2 pairs of white socks for Campus ONE Residential Program.
• 2 shirts, 2 pairs of shorts, and 2 pairs of socks (one white set and one black set) and 1 boot bag for Campus MAX Day Camp and Residential Programs. 

All participants also receive a campus backpack, cap, and reusable water bottle. Wearing the official uniform is mandatory for all training sessions and sports activities.

The Welcome pack for day camp participants will be delivered on the Friday prior to the start of the campus at Real Madrid City in Valdebebas during a specific schedule.

For those participants who cannot attend, it will be delivered on their first day of the campus.

Residential participants will receive the welcome pack upon arrival at the residence.

Campus Experience is not responsible for lost clothing once the welcome pack has been delivered to the participant.

Yes. Scheduled activities proceed normally, even in adverse weather conditions. They will only be suspended, modified, or replaced when there is an official communication or indication from the competent authorities determining so.

If it is necessary to make any changes for safety reasons, the technical team will adapt the planning following the authorities’ instructions.

Before the start of the program, families receive an email with the phone number of the chaperone assigned to the participant. This contact can be used during the campus via WhatsApp.

In the case of residential participants, access will also be requested to include the guardian in a WhatsApp group where they will be informed of the daily life of the group members.

Additionally, you can contact the Customer Service team from Monday to Thursday from 09:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m. and Friday from 09:00 a.m. to 01:00 p.m. by email or by phone (details will be provided before camp starts)

Campus Experience has a lost-and-found service, although the recovery of lost items cannot be guaranteed.

If the item is not claimed during the stay, it will be kept for a maximum of 15 days after the program ends.

Due to logistical reasons, lost items cannot be shipped.

Labeling all belongings with the participant’s full name is strongly recommended to facilitate their return

Rooms are available as singles or doubles, and all include a private bathroom, air conditioning, Wi-Fi connection and cleaning service. Room assignments are based on age, gender.

The residence has all the necessary amenities to ensure participants enjoy a safe and pleasant stay:

• Air-conditioned bedrooms
• Own dining room with balanced menus
• Leisure and television room
• Study and rest areas
• Laundry service for Campus Experience training kits (done by Campus Experience staff a couple of times during the stay)

Yes, provided that both participants are registered in the same option, are of the same age, and participate on the same dates. The request must be indicated during the registration process, in the comments section. Although the organizing team makes every effort to fulfill these requests, it cannot be 100% guaranteed.

No. For security and privacy reasons, external visits are not permitted during the program. Campus Experience promotes independent living and teamwork, so visits would disrupt the educational experience.

No. For security and organizational reasons, campus activities are exclusively for participants.

No. For security reasons, participants cannot leave the campus unaccompanied. They may only do so with campus staff or during organized outings (training sessions, excursions, visits).

Family members who wish to pick up their child must be previously authorized and present their identity document at the entrance.

Each day, participants have a set time to communicate with their families, using their mobile phones or connecting via Wi-Fi. In case of emergency outside of these hours, parents can contact the campus coordination team.

Before the program begins, families receive an email with the phone numbers and contact addresses of the coordinators, transportation and emergency personnel.

It depends on the program type:

• Residential Program: includes breakfast, morning snack, lunch, afternoon snack, and dinner.
• Day Camp Program: includes morning snack, lunch, and afternoon snack.

Meal times are adjusted to the daily training and activity schedule, ensuring participants maintain a proper and consistent diet throughout the day.

Campus Experience offers varied menus based on the Mediterranean diet, designed for children to enjoy balanced nutrition that provides the necessary energy for their daily life at the campus

Yes. Campus Experience offers pork-free, vegetarian, lactose-free, and Halal options. Kosher diets are not available.

All dietary requests must be communicated at least 30 days before the program start date to ensure proper coordination with the catering service.

Campus Experience pays special attention to food allergies and intolerances. During registration, parents or guardians must specify in details any allergies or dietary restrictions so that the kitchen staff and monitors can ensure a safe and appropriate menu.

Personalized menus are prepared for participants with allergies to gluten, lactose, nuts, or other specific foods. The staff is trained in proper food handling to avoid cross-contamination.

All meals are served in the residence dining hall or at the training facilities, in organized group shifts and always under staff supervision. The dining service is managed by a professional catering team that prepares balanced menus tailored to the participants’ nutritional needs.

Yes. All participants eat together with their monitors and teammates, fostering social interaction and team spirit.

During meals, staff members supervise to ensure participants eat properly and attend to any needs or incidents.

No. For food safety and allergen control reasons, bringing food from outside is not allowed, except in medically justified cases that have been previously approved by the campus coordination team.

Before the program begins, each participant must submit the following documentation via the form or by email:

• Recent passport-style photograph
• Participant’s birth certificate
• Copy of the participant’s passport or national identity document (not required for children under 14 years of age)
• Copy of the passport or national identity document of the father, mother or legal guardian
• Copy of health insurance card or medical insurance with coverage in Spain.

The lack of any of these documents may prevent the player from joining the campus.

The documentation must be submitted in full at least 30 days before the start of the program.

If registration is completed within that period, it must be submitted within a maximum of 48 hours from the confirmation of payment.

If the documentation is not submitted within the indicated deadline, the participant will not be allowed to attend the campus until the situation is resolved. In such cases, Campus Experience cannot guarantee the reservation of the spot or the timely delivery of materials.

IMPORTANT: Please note, you are solely responsible for obtaining all needed travel documents including but not limited to a valid passport and any appropriate tourist travel visas for the person attending the soccer camp, the Participant. You must contact the appropriate consulate office for entry requirements and visa requirements for the country where the selected camp is located. Once you have registered your child with us, and have paid for the camp in full, upon your written request, we will be pleased to provide a letter confirming enrolment for the specific Participant. This letter may be required by certain consulates for the ‘Child Tourist/Visitor Visa’. (NOTE: We can only issue the letter for the Participant not for any other person.) Please be advised that consulate’s visa application processes can take many months. The more you wait, the more chances you have to be denied the required ‘Child Tourist/Visitor Visa’ for your child and certain camps will not issue a refund. Please check the terms for the camp.

Campus Experience has a medical protocol and a private medical service. If a child requires medical attention, they will be accompanied by a staff member to the nearest medical center, and their family will be informed immediately.

Yes. All participants are covered by accident insurance that includes:

• Medical assistance for injuries sustained during program activities
• Emergency medical transfer
• Coverage in case of hospitalization
• Civil liability during activities

However, this insurance does not replace personal medical insurance nor does it cover pre-existing conditions, lost luggage, or trip cancellations.

Yes. All participants must have medical or travel insurance with coverage in Spain, valid for the entire duration of their stay.

For citizens of the European Union, it is recommended to present the European Health Insurance Card.

International participants must present a private insurance policy covering illness, accident, hospitalization, and repatriation.

If a participant requires daily medication, parents or guardians must inform the staff at the time of registration (including dosage and schedule).

On the first day of the program, the medication must be handed to the coordinator or responsible instructor, properly labeled with the participant’s name and medical instructions. In addition, parents must provide written authorization allowing the staff to administer the doses.

All medical and personal information is treated with strict confidentiality, complying with current data protection regulations (General Data Protection Regulation – EU 2016/679).

Only medical personnel and the coordination team have access to this information, and it is used exclusively to ensure the safety and well-being of the player.

Yes. If you register for more than one consecutive week:

• Residential Camp: 5% discount for each additional week.
• Day Camp: 5% discount on each additional week.

Yes, but changes must be requested at least 7 calendar days in advance and are subject to availability. If the change is to a lower-priced program, the price difference will not be refunded.

No. Registration of a minor must be done exclusively by their father or mother, since during the process permissions and authorizations are accepted that only their legal representative can grant.

The only exception will be when there is a legal absence of the parents (for example, death or other legal circumstances) and another person officially has custody or guardianship of the minor. In these cases, it must be accredited by the corresponding documentation.

In the second registration form, you can indicate the people authorized to pick up the minor. Therefore, there is no problem with a relative or another trusted person being listed as an authorized person for pick-up.

If the participant does not make the payment within the indicated deadlines, the reservation of the place will be automatically cancelled and the place will be released for another player.

Yes. During registration, you must indicate the full name and ID document of the person or persons authorized to pick up the minor. The instructors will check this information at the end of each day and will not hand over the participant to anyone who is not authorized or does not present the document listed in the registration.

If you wish to change the person in charge of pick-up, you must notify the campus coordination email at least 24 hours in advance.

Yes. If the minor is authorized to leave the campus unaccompanied, an authorization signed by the legal guardian registered in advance must be sent. This document can be requested through email and must be sent at least 24 hours before departure.

If you wish to change the person in charge of pick-up, you must notify the campus coordination email at least 24 hours in advance.

Each camp provides a sports experience as well as a cultural experience. Many of the participants will experience something different from home as they will be in a foreign country with a different way of living. For most of the camps, participants will experience the local cuisine, special times for meals (early meals in northern Europe, late meals in southern Europe) as per the culture of the country, showers after training sessions, typical entertainment at the camp as per the country’s summer camp culture, early or late bedtimes based on the country’s living habits and more. If you feel that your child will have difficulties to adapt to a new way of living, then we recommend that you wait until your child is of an age where they will be ready to do so.

Yes, Residential Campus participants can bring devices such as mobile phones or tablets, although their use will be restricted to free time or designated times for communicating with their families. Campus Experience is not responsible for the loss or damage of personal belongings. Participants are advised to label all devices with their name.

Most international phones work correctly in Spain as long as they are tri-band and unlocked. However, it is recommended to confirm international roaming service conditions and any additional costs with your local operator. Free Wi-Fi is available in the residence and main facilities.

Spain uses a voltage of 230 V and type F plugs (two round pins). If your country uses a different type of plug, you will need to bring a power adapter. It is also recommended to check the compatibility of your electronic device chargers before traveling.