Train Like
An Elite Player:

Yes. Players stay four nights in a team hotel, with double occupancy rooms (two players per room, separate beds).

Roommate requests are welcomed. If no request is made, roommates are thoughtfully assigned by staff to support comfort and team chemistry.

Player safety and well-being are non-negotiable priorities.

• 24-hour supervision

• Approximately one coach for every six players

• Coaches are present during training, meals, learning sessions, downtime, and evenings at the hotel

Parents can be confident that players are supported, monitored, and cared for at all times.

Yes. A certified athletic trainer is on site throughout the residency.

• Minor injuries are treated immediately on site

• In the event of a more serious injury, parents are contacted promptly and consulted before any next steps

Training is led by ACTA coaches, supported by guest specialists in areas such as technical development and physical conditioning.

Every coach, facilitator, and instructor in the residency is: 

• Licensed 

• Insured 

• SafeSport certified 

Our senior technical staff hold high-level coaching licenses (USSF A & B or UEFA equivalents) and are expected to maintain their credentials through continuous professional education. Many of our coaches also have college or professional playing and coaching experience.

Most importantly, we believe it is critical for the development of the female athlete that she trains in the right environment. All coaches in this residency work primarily or exclusively with female players, with decades of combined experience developing girls in the game.

The training environment, communication style, and coaching methodology are intentionally designed around the needs of girls in sport, ensuring a professional, supportive, and high-performance setting.

We hold ourselves to professional and ethical standards consistent with elite youth development environments.

While the residency is fun, energizing, and memorable, it is not simply a vacation. The program is designed for players who are serious about improving and training in a high-level environment.

This residency is a strong fit for:

• Players already competing at a high level (ECNL, GA, ODP, PDP, or similar environments)

• Highly motivated players who are excelling and want to elevate their game to the next level

• Players who are committed to learning, development, and daily growth

Players do not need to be on a specific badge team, but they should have the technical foundation and mindset required to train alongside academy-level peers.

To protect the quality of the experience for every participant, the residency is not ideal for players who are not interested in development or who are not yet prepared for an intensive training environment.

The training is high-level, but intelligently managed. Sessions are designed to challenge players without overloading them. We prioritize quality, learning, and decision-making, not exhaustion.

Mental development is a core pillar of ACTA.

In addition to a curriculum rooted in neuroscience and psychology, players are supported by mentor coaches—many of whom are current or former college and professional players. These mentors help players navigate pressure, confidence, identity, and growth in a supportive, age-appropriate way.

Yes. Players are initially screened based on age and current playing level, and every application is manually reviewed by staff.

Final approval typically takes around three days.

You will receive a full refund. If you are not selected we encourage you to apply for a future residency camp.

Families may apply to the ACTA Residency for Girls with a $500 deposit, which is fully refunded if the application is not accepted and fully credited toward tuition if accepted. Once enrolled, all fees are 100% refundable through February 15, 95% refundable through February 28, and 90% refundable through March 31. After March 31, refunds are only available if the residency is sold out and the player’s spot is filled, in which case a 90% refund applies. If ACTA Football cancels the residency, all fees are fully refunded.