Can my child come alone?

If your child needs to travel without a parent, please contact us to discuss options. Some airlines allow unaccompanied minors under strict conditions, but we strongly recommend that each player is accompanied by a parent or carer.

Are there any other out-of-pocket costs?

The program fee covers accommodation, meals, training, matches, coaching, local transport, and cultural/touristic activities. Families will only need to cover: • Flights to and from Italy • Airport transfer (if outside the team schedule) • Personal expenses (snacks, souvenirs, extra activities outside the program)

How much does the program cost?

The player fee is 3800 EUR. Parents and family members may join at a discounted rate. To receive the full brochure with details and inclusions, please complete the Expression of Interest form. * airfare and transport from your arrival/departure airport to Empoli excluded.

Italy Training Camp | Empoli Academy

ITALY TRAINING CAMP

Nurturing Future Stars

This official Empoli Football Academy international program offers selected players the opportunity to train and compete in Italy within a professionally supervised academy environment. Designed for serious young athletes, the camp combines elite coaching, competitive matches and structured group travel to deliver a genuine professional football experience.

Participants will:

Train with high-level Italian coaches and academy players
Compete in organised matches
Experience professional academy standards
Travel within a supervised group structure

Program details:

Age group: 13–20
Location: Rome and Monteboro (Empoli Headquarters)
Dates: 27 September – 11 October 2026
Investment: €3,900
Early Bird Discount: €300 till 31/05/2026

Places are limited and subject to selection.

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

The Empoli Way

We will visit multiple locations, including the renowned Centro Sportivo Monteboro, where all Empoli F.C. teams train. Participants will benefit from training sessions at this top-notch facility, gaining insights into the techniques and strategies that define Italian football and in addition to the training, you'll attend live Professional matches, witnessing the passion and skill of top-tier teams and players firsthand.

This trip is designed not only to elevate your football knowledge and abilities but also to provide a rich cultural experience in one of the world's most football-obsessed countries. Join us for this incredible opportunity to live and breathe football in Italy!

Empoli F.C. Partnership

At Empoli FC, we carefully select our academy partners, ensuring they share our values of excellence, professionalism, and player development. From the start, Empoli Football Academy stood out—not just for their high-quality coaching, but for their dedication to creating an elite environment for young players to grow and succeed.

Their passion, attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement make them one of the most impressive academies we’ve worked with outside of Italy. It’s this drive that sets them apart and solidifies their reputation as a leading academy in Australia.

FILIPPO LUPI
Head of Academies

Overview

The Program

Our program, suitable for players between the ages of 13 and 20, is tailored to maximise the time on the field training or playing:

2-week elite football experience
Train and play in 2 iconic locations: Rome & Empoli
Professional medical and fitness assessments
Individual assessment
Small-group morning training with UEFA Pro coaches
High-intensity afternoon team training sessions
Attend live Professional matches
Cultural trips - explore Rome and other breathtaking Italian landmarks

Boarding and Transportation

All players and accompanying family members will meet in Rome at the designated hotel. From that point onward, accommodation, meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), and all local transportation are fully included in the program.

Flights to and from Italy, as well as airport transfers on arrival and departure days, are not included. However, if arrival and departure times align with Empoli staff, participants may have the option to join them for transfers.

Accommodation will be at a local sports hotel, with double or triple rooms, depending on group composition. While all meals are provided, participants may want to bring pocket money for additional snacks or drinks.

Dates and Cost

Dates & Cost

Our 2-week program starts Monday 28th in Rome therefore we will meet at the Hotel in Rome the day before.

Arrival in Rome: 27th September 2026

Number of nights: 14

Cost: 3,900 Euro

Last day: 11th October 2026

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Payment in AUD$ is possible at daily rate of the payment day (+ conversion fee).
Flights not included.
Pick-up and drop-off at the airport not included. However, if arrival and departure times align with Empoli staff, participants may have the option to join them for transfers.

Testimonials

Adil Toska - Central Coast Mariners F.C.

F.A.Q.

No, the flight is not included. This allows families the flexibility to choose when to arrive and depart from Italy, as long as participants are present for the tournament dates. Local transportation during the program (to and from games, training, activities) is included. Airport transfer is only available if your flight time aligns with the team’s schedule. Otherwise, families are responsible for arranging their own transfer to the hotels.