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Chicago, IL

About

The official FC Barcelona Soccer Academy in Chicago, Illinois, Barça Academy Chicago develops youth soccer players, both boys, and girls, aged 6 to 18.

With Development and Competitive Soccer Programs based on FC Barcelona’s world class soccer methodology, unique coaching style, and core values, Barça Academy Orlando provides players the tools to become great athletes, but more importantly, great individuals.

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22/23 Training Program

Visit us For a Day

Age Group Training Competition Location Season Tryout Registration
Visit Us 1-2 Training N/A Olympic Park or Marine Leadership Academy N/A ongoing

Development Program

Age Group Training Competition Locations Season Next Tryout Registration
Boys & Girls U6-U10 2 x week Barça Academy League + YSSL/IWSL Olympic Park & Marine Leadership Academy Fall + Spring April 24th to may 27th
Boys & Girls U6-U10 2 x week Indoor League (TBD) Quad Indoor Sports Winter April 24th to may 27th

Competitive Program

Age Group Training Competition Locations Season Next Tryout Registration
Boys & Girls U11-U18 3 x week YSSL/ NISL / NPL Olympic Park & Marine Leadership Academy Fall + Spring April 24th to may 27th
Boys & Girls U11-U18 3 x week YSSL, NISL, NPL, MCL; Indoor League Max McCook Quad Indoor Sports Winter April 24th to may 27th

Technical Program

Age Group Training Competition Locations Season Next Tryout Registration
Boys & Girls U6 - U18 1 x week No Competition Olympic Park & Marine Leadership Academy N/A Visit Us
Boys & Girls U6 - U18 2 x week No Competition Olympic Park & Marine Leadership Academy N/A Visit Us
Facilities

Facilities

Outdoor Season, West Suburbs

Olympic Park, Schaumburg

1675 Old Schaumburg Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173

Indoor Season, West Suburbs

Grand Sports Arena

2350 Hassell Rd, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169.

Outdoor Season

Marine Leadership Academy in Chicago

1920 N Hamlin Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Indoor Season

Evanston

S 2454 Oakton St, Evanston, IL 60202

Outdoor Season, West Suburbs

Olympic Park, Schaumburg

1675 Old Schaumburg Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173

Indoor Season, West Suburbs

Grand Sports Arena

2350 Hassell Rd, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169.

Outdoor Season

Marine Leadership Academy in Chicago

1920 N Hamlin Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Indoor Season

Evanston

S 2454 Oakton St, Evanston, IL 60202

  Meet Our Staff

Meet Our Staff

Our Directors

Gerard Aubareda

Gerard Aubareda

Director

Our Coaches

Javier Marin

Javier Marin

GK Coach

Fran-Pujol

Fran-Pujol

Brahandon Ramirez

Brahandon Ramirez

Erik Segarra

Erik Segarra

James Romano

James Romano

Oliver Huerta

Oliver Huerta

Sergio Anguina

Sergio Anguina

Information

Barça Soccer Academy follows the school year. The season begins in August and finishes in the beginning of June.

Season Calendar

Training Schedule

Pricing Matrix

Rained Out

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Handbook

FAQ

  • What is Barça Academy?

    BARÇA​​ Academy is the official soccer academy of FC Barcelona. The main goal of ​BARÇA ​​Academy is to give players around the world the opportunity to learn the prestigious methodology and values of FC Barcelona.

  • What is the FC Barcelona Training Program?

    BARÇA​​ Academy offers an exclusive annual training program based on the unique ​BARÇA​​ style. Players will have the opportunity to learn the same successful methodology which developed players such as Messi, Iniesta or Piqué.

  • Is this an Official FC Barcelona Program?

    Yes, we are the official FC Barcelona training program in the United States. Any other clubs or organizations in Texas using the logo are not official.

  • What is the age range?

    Boys and Girls born between 2014 to 2001.

  • When does the program start?

    Training starts on August 6th for the Competitive program and the 13th of August for the Development program. Both conclude on June 9th.

  • What is the program calendar?

    Please visit the following LINK to see our yearly calendar.

  • Program format?

    The BARÇA Academy Chicago has two different programs:

    ■ Development.

    ■ Competitive Academy & Select.

  • Does the BARÇA Academy have a specific GK program?

    Yes, the BARÇA Academy has a GK program for all of those aspiring goalkeepers. The training is GK specific, and second to none.

  • Competition difference between age groups?

    U4 to U8 players compete in an internal competition league designed and organized by FCB, along with tournaments and friendly matches. Players U9 and up compete in external leagues, tournaments and internal competitions throughout the year.

  • How can I join the program?

    There are two ways to be part of BARÇA Academy Chicago.

    ■ 1) Attend an upcoming scheduled tryout to be evaluated and placed on a team.

    ■ 2) Register for the weekly Technical and Development program.

  • What is the tryout process?

    The official tryout will be held on May (day TBD).

    ○ If offered a spot for the BARÇA Academy, you will receive a welcome email notifying the player of being accepted with additional key information.

    ○ During the year, the BARÇA Academy Chicago offer Player Opportunity Events, the next one is on December 15th.

  • Who are the coaches?

    An official FC Barcelona Technical Director, from Barcelona is living in Chicago for the entire year to conduct the weekly training sessions and teach the techniques of one of the most successful academies. Along with him, local coaches and other highly qualified coaches from Spain are coaching in the BARÇA Academy Chicago.

  • What is the player/coach ratio?

    For U12 and below, we aim to keep a 12 to 1 player to coach ratio for training. For U13 and up, we aim to keep a 15 to 1 player to coach ratio.

  • Coach Rotation?

    Throughout the season, coaches might rotate between teams and age groups. This exposes them to more players in the BARÇA Academy, and provides the players the opportunity to learn the same methodology through different coaching styles.

  • How are the groups formed?

    Teams are formed based on age group and level of the players. Upon being accepted into the Academy, the Technical Director determines movement and placement of players on teams based on their current level of play and developmental needs.

    ○ After a player is accepted into the BARÇA†Academy, they will receive notification about team training days and times. During the first two weeks of August, there is another evaluation period of the players in order to make any additional adjustments based on Technical Director’s evaluations of the players.

  • How many tournaments per year?

    The number of tournaments per year will vary depending on age groups and the developmental needs of the teams.

  • Does BARÇA Academy Chicago participate in an International Tournament?

    The BARÇA Academy Chicago participates in the BARÇA Academy World Cup. This tournament is held in the FC Barcelona HQ.

  • Do you offer accomodation?

    No, we do not offer accomodation for the year around program.

  • Will the players have the opportunity to train in Barcelona?

    Several players from each program will be selected to train at the FC Barcelona HQ in Barcelona and participate at the FCB International Tournaments.

  • What is the cost of the program?

    Please click here to see program details and cost. Fees include training and league competitions. Tournament and uniform costs are NOT included.

  • Do you offer payment plans?

    When joining BARÇA Academy Chicago, there is a non-refundable commitment fee that secures your child’s spot. The remaining balance is broken up into installment payments.

  • Are there any discounts available?

    There is a 15% sibling discount.

  • Uniforms?

    Uniforms will be purchased through www.soccer.com. When ordering window opens, families will purchase required items through soccer.com and orders will be delivered to your house.

Contact

Barça Academy Chicago
+1 (773) 817-6445‬
chicago@fcbarcelona.us
Office hours: 9am - 6pm (M-F)

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