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Our Invitation
We will invite selected players to join us in Portugal, live on a beachfront hotel, train with our famed coaches, play against Benfica Escola, as well as participating in the Algarve tournament against other professional teams.
The Selection Process
We will select one full squad of 18 from the U8-U11 category and one squad from the U12-U15 category. Potential invitees will be assessed on their technical and tactical abilities, game intelligence and physical literacy.
The Timeline
31 July: End of Canadian Summer Camps
14 September: Invitations Sent Out
30 September: Deadline for Acceptance
31 October: Squad Announcements
November - February: Training Sessions
March Break 2026: Travel to Benfica, Portugal
Play vs. Pro Academies
As well as playing versus professional Portuguese academies, you will participate in the Algarve Cup and play against the academies of some of Europe's top teams. Past participants include Antoine Griezmann, Rafael Leao, Lucas Hernandez, and Kepa Arrizabalaga.
Train with Benfica Coaches at our campus in Seixal
Our Academy coaches are based in
Seixal, and they will deliver 4 Training sessions to you, using the exact methodology that our academy and first team players receive.
And see the sights too!
Our Academy home in Seixal,on the south side of the river is renowned for being the most beautiful in Lisbon and we will see all the best she has to offer, including day trips to Cascais and Sintra.
Our Tour Partners
Our Tour will be hosted, managed, and executed by London-based Euro Football Exchange, premier tour company that takes North American elite soccer teams to play against EPL, Ligue 1, and of course Primeira Liga teams.
Refund Policy
Cancellations made more than 30 days before the camp start date will receive a full refund, less a $35 administrative fee. Cancellations made within 14–29 days will receive a 50% refund.
No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 14 days prior to camp, or for early withdrawal once the camp has begun. Exceptions may be made for medical emergencies with documentation.
