Athletic Programs in Spain
Train. Study. Compete in Spain.
Structured athletic training and academic study abroad for committed university student-athletes seeking international experience in Spain.
- 🏆 Competitive club environments
- 🎓 Academic credit
- 🌍 International immersion
- 🧠 Full student-athlete support
SAIIE Athletics programs combine structured club training in Seville with academic study abroad, so university student-athletes can keep competing while earning transferable U.S. credit.
- Train in competitive Spanish club environments with experienced coaching staff
- Continue academic progress through SAIIE and University of Wisconsin–La Crosse credit pathways
- Live the cultural immersion of Seville while maintaining an athletic routine
- Receive dedicated student-athlete support from SAIIE staff throughout the term
SAIIE Athletics programs are designed for current university student-athletes who want to maintain structured training while studying abroad.
Ideal for:
- NCAA and university student-athletes seeking structured international experience
- Athletes continuing training and competition during academic study abroad
- Students in sports science, health, performance, psychology, business, Spanish, and related fields
- Athletes approved by their university or coaching staff for study abroad participation
Not intended for:
- Athletes in fully contracted professional status
- Students unable to commit to structured training or academic participation abroad
Participation is subject to home university approval and eligibility requirements.
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WATER POLO
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WOMEN'S SOCCER
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RUGBY
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WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL
View Program >Academic Credit
Academic credit for coursework completed through the SAIIE program is awarded through SAIIE’s partnership with University of Wisconsin–La Crosse.
Upon successful completion of coursework, students receive an official U.S. university transcript from UWL with transferable academic credit.
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MORE INFOStudent Testimonials
“Training in Spain gave me a new perspective on swimming while allowing me to continue competing abroad.”
Matheus Sousa Avelar
John Abbott College (Canada) – Swimming
“Playing soccer in Spain was a dream come true in my life.”
Alec Faulkner
Christopher Newport University – Soccer
“My volleyball experience in Spain exposed me to a completely different style of play while pushing me to grow both athletically and culturally.”
Necole Stravino
Goucher College – Volleyball
Coach & Eligibility Information
This program is designed to support NCAA student-athletes during approved study abroad periods while maintaining alignment with institutional eligibility requirements.
How to Apply
- Submit Student application
- Submit coach form (if applicable)
- Send recent game or training footage
- Athletic and academic review
- Acceptance and placement confirmation
- Arrival in Spain
Athletic materials and questions:
Sean Chipres
Director of Program Development & Student Experience
seanrc@saiie.com
