Faculty-Led Program for Athletes

Global Australia & New Zealand, South America, Africa, Central America, Europe, Asia

OVERVIEW

Faculty-Led Programs for Athletes combine study abroad + international play: a WIN-WIN for Athletes, Coaches, and Educators. Participants are able to earn credits directly from their Home Institution and apply Scholarship & Aide to the Program Fees PLUS play their sport abroad with international Teams in the Host Country, and/or take part in other Athletic Activities in addition to a Faculty-Led experience abroad.

Global Players facilitates the following:

Athletic Activities including workouts, trainings, tournaments, and clinics
Interaction as much as possible with Local & National Teams
In-depth Cultural Orientation through the lens of Sport
Logistics such as Accommodation, Tours, Meals, and more
Designated time for Course Contact Hours

INCLUDED

Trainings w/Local + National Teams
Tournaments when possible
Learning Local Sports
Strength + Conditioning Sessions

Accommodation + Local Transport
Breakfast Daily + 5 Team Meals
Language + Cultural Orientation
Excursions + Living Like a Local!

NOT INCLUDED

International Flights
Personal Expenses

68% of Coaches agree/strongly agree their Athletes should compete and train while abroad

– Global Players Survey (2018) with 830 responses from NCAA Coaches Division I, II, III

SPORTS

Open to ALL SPORTS*: Soccer, Lacrosse, Field Hockey, Basketball, Volleyball, Swimming & Diving, Track & Field, Tennis, Football & Rugby, Ice Hockey, Equestrian, Baseball & Softball, Rowing, Gymnastics, and more.

*To remain NCAA Compliant, there can be no class or program offered ONLY for Varsity Student-Athletes. Therefore this program should be promoted to Club Sports and the general student body, which is great for enrollment! However, in the selection process Varsity Student-Athletes may get preference due to their restricted schedule whereas general students may have opportunities for other international programs.

PRICING

Deposit: $500 per person (minimum 12 Students) — Program Development Together we create a Custom Itinerary based on your Vision & Values, Target Dates, Target Sports, and more. Global Players will work with you to craft a turnkey Program to present to Coaches and Administrators in the Athletic Department including: advising on a course/Professor already popular among Athletes, considering the ideal Dates for the program, and coaching or co-presenting the program with you. The goal is to run this FLP yearly so all Student-Athletes at your institution have an opportunity to study abroad and Coaches can also use this program as tool for recruiting.
Remaining Balance: from $1995 per person — Program Execution The Remaining Balance starts at $1995 per person ($2495 total, minimum 12 students) for 10-12 day programs up to $3995 for 2-3 week programs. Global Players will make the bookings for you and lead the trip in-country. Your Program Leader is with the group 24/7, providing local insight and handling on-tour logistics.

NEXT STEPS

Enquiry: If you are interested in a Faculty-Led Program for Athletes, send us an Enquiry using the form to the right (bottom half). Please indicate your Home Institution, Position/Title, Target Dates, and if you have any Location(s) in mind. We will contact you and prepare a Proposal.

Payments: Once the Proposal is approved, a deposit of $500 per person (minimum 12 students) is charged to start your Program Development. We will bill you later for the Remaining Balance (agreed in Proposal).

Global Players’ Faculty-Led Programs are a WIN-WIN-WIN for Athletes, Coaches, and Educators.

SAMPLE 10 DAY ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrival and FLP Welcome 💜
Morning: Arrive and check into Host City Accommodation!
Late Morning: Welcome briefing and orientation by GP Leader(s)
Afternoon: Guided tour to get oriented to your neighborhood + some free time to recharge
Evening: Trainings with Local or National Teams if possible

Day 2: Cultural Orientation 🌐
Morning: Breakfast and Cultural Orientation
Afternoon: Athletic Activity — can be learning a local sport, strength & conditioning session, or field/court/pool practice
Evening: Trainings with Local or National Teams if possible

Day 3: Cultural Day 🏛️
Morning: Breakfast + Free Time or Class Time
Afternoon: Market or Museum Visit
Evening: Trainings with Local or National Teams if possible

Day 4: Adventure Activities and Match Day 🏆
Morning: Breakfast + Athletic or Cultural Activity
Afternoon: Picnic lunch then R&R, prepare for evening matches
Evening: Trainings with Local or National Teams if possible

Day 5-10: Host City 2

Day 5: Arrival and City Exploration 🏙️
Morning: Breakfast + Travel to new location
Afternoon: Settle into new accommodation, reflect on Big C / Little C Country Comparison!
Evening: Trainings with Local or National Teams if possible

Day 6: Professional Sporting Event and Beach Time 🏟️
Morning: Breakfast + Beach Day!! (location dependent)
Afternoon: Beach Day or come back into the City, lunch and dinner on your own
Evening: Professional Sports Game + Nightlife after individual Trainings

Day 7: Training and Culture Exploration 🏛️
Morning: Breakfast + Intensive training session
Afternoon: Visit Market or Museum Visit
Evening: Free time for relaxation or optional team bonding activities after individual Trainings

Day 8: Bike Tour and City Parks 🚴‍♀️
Morning: Breakfast + free time
Afternoon: Bike / Boat / Segway / Walking City Tour, lunch included!
Evening: Dinner on your own and free night out after individual Trainings

Day 9: Reflections and Farewell Dinner 🏆
Morning: Breakfast + Adventure Activity!
Late Morning: R&R | Prepare for Travel and Trainings | Class Time
Early Dinner before evening Trainings: reflect on Trip & Course Content
Evening: Trainings with Local or National Teams if possible

Day 10: Travel Day ✈️ or Continue Program
Morning: Breakfast + last-minute souvenir shopping.
Afternoon: Get ready to go Home or continue traveling with language basics, travel skills, new friends, and lifelong memories!

Program Design:

Global Players’ Faculty-Led Programs for Athletes are designed with four (4) Pillars: Learn, Play, Travel, and Serve. These itineraries offer a mix of learning and cultural opportunities, sports-focused activities, local travel experiences, and service projects to give back to the communities who welcome us.

Best Time to Go:

Spring Break, Summer I (May-June), Summer II (July-August), Fall Break, and Winter Break are ideal times for Student-Athletes to travel just like normal FLPs, with Summer I and Winter Break (Jan) being preferred. In the Program Development phase we will advise you when Local & National Teams are playing (or not) depending on Location and World Sporting Events.

Request a Proposal:

Using the form to the right, Send Enquiry with your Name, Email, School, Position/Title, Target Dates, and Target Location(s) and we will send you a Proposal.