Planning a training camp – the checklist for clubs
From budget and destination to test matches: this checklist walks you through planning your football training camp step by step so you don't forget anything important.
A well-planned training camp moves your team forward both on and off the pitch. To make sure everything fits – from arrival to the last test match – structured preparation pays off. This checklist guides you through the most important steps.
1. Define goals and timing
First clarify what the camp should achieve: winter preparation, season start or team building? That determines the period, duration and content. Popular phases are January/February and the summer.
2. Clarify budget and group size
- Number of players and staff
- Hotel category and catering (usually full board)
- Travel to and from the camp (bus, own arrival)
- A buffer for extras such as test matches
3. Choose a destination
Short journey or a mild spring climate? Istria, Slovenia and Austria each offer their own advantages. Pay attention to pitch quality, the number of pitches and how close accommodation and training are.
4. Secure pitches and infrastructure
Reserve pitches early – in high season good facilities book out fast. Check floodlights, changing rooms and recovery options.
5. Organize test matches
Suitable opponents at the right level make the camp valuable. We arrange test matches against local or other visiting teams.
6. Hand the organization to one partner
Booking pitches, hotel, catering, transfer and test matches from a single source saves time and hassle. That's exactly what we're here for.
Tip: Request your offer several months in advance – that's how you secure the best dates and locations.
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