ABOUT US
Bologna F.C. 1909 Academy is a program for boys and girls that aims to promote soccer in the area of Central Florida
following the tradition and the passion of one of the oldest professional soccer clubs in Italy, seven times winner of Serie A league
The idea of Bologna F.C. 1909 Academy is to help young players take their first steps into the world of soccer.
This is done by educating them trough the European methodology of training and soccer philosophy.
Our Vision is to promote soccer and give the possibility to all, boys and girls of diverse ages and levels, to be involved in different types of sport programs, based on their individual goals.
The program is an educational instrument and a School of Sport.
We believe that soccer encompasses important positive values including collaboration, hard work, dedication, and respect.
Bologna F.C. 1909 Academy’s Mission is to develop and improve awareness of youth soccer with qualified coaches under a technical supervision directly connected with our headquarter in Italy.
WHO'S ON THE PROJECT
VALERIO GARBINI
Academy Director and Head Coach with various experience in professional soccer academies in Europe and the Middle East
Bachelor in Sports Science and Physical Education at University of Rome “Foro Italico”
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BOLOGNA F.C. 1909 Academy (USA) – Academy Director – 2020-present
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AS ROMA Academy (Dubai) – Technical Director 2015-2020
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FC JUVENTUS Academy – 2013-2015 Head Coach
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CC LAZIO (Italy) 2009-2012 Head of Strength and Conditioning
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REAL MADRID 2008 Head Coach of Summer Camp in Rome – Italy
BFC COMPETITIVE
Selected Level
BFC PRE-COMPETITIVE
Developmental level
BFC SOCCER SCHOOL
Under 6 – Under 8