Soccer Camp January 2026

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FAQ – Soccer camps in January

Why choose a soccer camp in January rather than in the summer?

January is the ideal month for your kid to improve during the winter break:

Get back into the swing of things after the holidays: The winter break can lead to a decline in physical and technical fitness. An intensive camp allows them to get back on track before the championship resumes. Coaches adapt warm-up sessions with muscle strengthening and technique to avoid injuries.

Less difficulty booking places: Unlike in the summer, when soccer camps are fully booked months in advance, January offers better availability and flexible dates. You can choose the week that best suits your family’s schedule.

Targeted preparation for the second half of the season: A training camp in January allows players to work on specific areas identified during the first half of the season: finishing in front of goal, heading, endurance, and defensive tactics. Your kid will return stronger and more confident for the upcoming matches.

International experience: Meeting other kids from all over the world and immersing themselves in a multicultural environment enriches the experience beyond soccer.

Why is Barcelona the ideal destination for a soccer camp in January?

All soccer camps in January 2026 take place in Barcelona, the Catalan capital renowned for its excellent sports facilities and mild climate.

Optimal weather conditions: According to data from the Spanish State Meteorological Agency (AEMET), Barcelona enjoys an average temperature of 14°C and 5 hours of sunshine per day in January. This means your kid will be able to train in optimal conditions, far from the cold of French cities.

Exceptional sports facilities: Barcelona is home to some of the best training facilities in Europe. The Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper, FC Barcelona’s official training center, offers professional-grade natural and synthetic turf fields. The Marcet Academy facilities have 16 fields, a physical performance center, and modern residences.

Cultural and tourist richness: Beyond football, Barcelona offers a unique cultural experience. For example, the FC Barcelona camp includes a visit to the club’s museum, located at Camp Nou, to relive the club’s most iconic moments. This cultural immersion perfectly complements the sporting experience. Discover Barcelona on the official tourism website.

Accessibility from the United States: Barcelona is easily accessible from the US by direct flights (7h35 from New York JFK, 7h50 from New York EWR, 9h35 from New York LGA or 11h30 from Los Angeles LAX) with no train options available. The Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located 15 km from the city center, facilitating transfers to internship locations.

Are there any soccer camps in January that also include mental preparation, nutrition, or academic monitoring?

Yes, all the January camps go beyond just on-field training. They offer workshops on mental preparation, recovery, nutrition, or the lifestyle of the young footballer, but no academic monitoring. For this aspect, it is better to turn to sports studies.

How to choose between several football camps in January when the dates and prices are similar?

Faced with several options, here are the essential criteria for making the right choice:

Level of your child
Leisure / Discovery: Marcet Academy 6-9 years old
Improvement : FC Barcelona Barça Academy, Marcet 10-13 years old
High level / Intensive: Marcet Academy 14-21 years old, high-performance camps

Age

6-9 years: Marcet Improvement
10-13 years old: FC Barcelona (from 9 years old), Marcet High Technicality
14-21 years old: Marcet High Performance

Budget
Less than $1000: Day camp Marcet 6-9 years old (€760) or 10-13 years old (€990)
$1000-1500 : Day camp Marcet 10-13 years old ($1,090) or Residential camp Marcet 6-9 years old ($1,090)
More than $1500: FC Barcelona ($1,750), Residential camp Marcet High Performance ($2,150) or Day camp Marcet High Performance ($1,600), Marcet High Technicity ($1,700)

Formula
Residential camp: Ideal if your kid comes from far away or if you want total immersion
Day camps: Economical, suitable if you are staying nearby

Language
All camps offer supervision in English and Spanish.

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