About us
What makes Lake Como
Sport Academy different
Most programs separate sport and school.
American prep schools integrate them. We bring that model to Lake Como.
Lake Como Sport Academy is:
Academically supervised
Professionally
coached
Residentially
structured
Selective
by design
Structure
18 – 22
Age range (for 2026/2027)
Global group
Students from multiple countries
Lake Como, Italy
Elite location. Global exposure.
For Whom
If you are looking for a camp, this is not it.
If you are looking for a system, continue.
This program is designed for:
01.
International student-athletes
02.
Families seeking structure, not tourism
03.
Preparing student-athletes for elite futures.
04.
Individuals ready for independence and accountability
Maximum 25 spots available.
Our pillars
01.
Elite Soccer Training
Professional training methodology led by UEFA-licensed coaches, modern performance tracking, competitive matches, and exposure to the European game.
02.
International Academics
Structured academic programming in partnership with an Italian institution, leading to an official certificate and academic continuity.
03.
Global Experience
Live and train in Lake Como – one of the most prestigious destinations in Europe – while building independence, maturity, and cultural fluency.
04.
Holistic Development
Athletic performance, academic growth, mindset, discipline, and life skills – supported by constant mentorship.
DUAL FOCUS SECTION
You Don’t Have to Choose.
Many athletes are forced to choose between sport and education.
We don’t believe in that trade-off.
At Lake Como Sport Academy, both move forward and together.
Academics
World-Class Academic Structure
- Italian academic partner institution
- Certificate upon completion
- Italian language immersion
- Academic mentoring & future pathway guidance
Athletics
European Professional Soccer Environment
- UEFA-licensed coaching staff
- High-intensity training model
- Match play & evaluations
- Placement support with clubs or competitive teams
PROGRAMS
Tailored Pathways.
Limited Access.
We offer small-cohort programs designed around long-term development
Foundation Program
Full Academic Year or 4-Month Term
The entry point into the Lake Como system. An integrated sports-academic placement in Italy combining:
- Professional European soccer training
- Structured academic supervision
- Coordinated residential life
Designed for international student-athletes seeking structured development before university or long-term academic progression.
Enrollment Options:
- Full Academic year (recommended)
- 4-Month Term (selective availability)
High School Program
Coming Soon in academic year 27/28
A full Italian high school experience integrated with elite athletic development.
PARTNERS & INSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORK
One Integrated Ecosystem
Academics. Athletics. Living.
Not separate services — one coordinated pathway.
Built on Structure.
Backed by Established Institutions.
Lake Como Sport Academy is not an experimental project.
It is built in collaboration with recognized academic, athletic, and residential partners, ensuring credibility, structure, and real execution from day one.
Academic Partner
Istituto Orsoline Como (Suole Dedalo)
A long-established Italian academic institution known for educational excellence and an international outlook.
The partner will support the academic structure, certification, and educational supervision of the program.
Sport Partner
Ten Training.
A high-performance soccer organization specializing in elite athlete development and professional training methodology.
All athletic programming is designed and delivered through Ten Training’s performance framework.
Residential Partner
Joivy Campus.
A modern international student residence in Como, offering a safe, structured, and high-quality living environment.
Accommodation and daily student-life logistics are managed in partnership with Joivy Campus.
Ready to take
a different path?
This program is not for everyone. It is for student-athletes who are serious about growth, independence, and long-term success.
If that’s you, we should talk.