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International Development Festivals

IDF FAQs

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - IDF

WHAT DOES A TYPICAL IDF SCHEDULE LOOK LIKE?

  • DAY 1
    • Afternoon:  Themed training session
    • Evening:     Games Program
  • DAY 2
    • Morning:  Technical/Tactical session; Character of Champions Workshop
    • Afternoon:  Position specific training; Team tactical workshop with International coaches; Skills challenge
    • Evening:  Games Program
  • DAY 3
    • Morning:  Technical/Tactical session; Character of Champions Workshop
    • Afternoon:  "Best-With-Best" games program; Individual evaluation and action plan with International coaches; Skills challenge
    • Evening:  Games Program
  • DAY 4
    • Morning:  Games Program; Award ceremony

     

    What is the selection process to be identified by visiting international coaches to train and play at their academy?

    Each International coach is genuinely looking for talented players for their clubs. If they identify anyone at the Festivals they will notify Next Gen USA staff who will make the necessary arrangements between the respective pro club, the parents and the current club of the identified player.

    Does Next Gen identify new players at the IDF’s?

    Yes. IDF’s are the preferred format for new players to be identified for all Next Gen USA Programs. This includes the Emerging Talent Center (ETC) and Regional Training Center (RTC), as well as our College Prep Program and 2017 International Select Squads. 

    Is there medical supervision during training and games?

    Yes. A licensed health care professional will be on hand during all on-field activities. He or she will be able to assist with all minor injuries or illness at the on-site medical facility. For any more serious injuries or illness the local hospital is a very short distance away.

    Are meals included?

    All meals at RESIDENTIAL IDFs will be included in the base cost for the camp.

    What if my child has food allergies?

    Please communicate all known food allergies at your earliest convenience so that we can make the necessary arrangements with the staff at Golden Goal.

    Will my children be supervised in the cabins during the residential camp?

    Yes, each cabin will have at least 1 adult chaperone living there for the duration of the camp to supervise the players off the field activity. 

    Do you accept roommate requests?

    IDF players are lodged in large cabins, making it easier for groups of friends and/or club teammates to bunk together. Next Gen USA will attempt to honor all roommate requests, so long as they are communicated at least one week prior to the festival.

     

    Are parents allowed to stay at the Golden Goal facility?

    No, parents are not allowed to stay on site, but Next Gen USA is happy to provide a list of local accommodations. Parents are welcome to attend the daily evening games program plus the finals and awards ceremony.

    When can I expect to receive full details of drop-off/pick-up times?

    All information about every aspect of the Festival will be sent out at least one month before the start of the published Festival date on the website.

    If my child cannot attend the entire festival is it possible to make arrangements to attend only a portion of the festival?

    While we recommend that players attend the entire festival, we understand that some circumstances can prevent this from happening. If you’d like to have your child attend a portion of a festival, please contact IDF Program Director Jeff Bookman at [email protected]

     

    Is it possible to combine Next Gen IDF Promotional Rates or Discounts?

    No, it is not possible to combine Next Gen IDF Discounts. We will honor the largest discount. 

     

     


 
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