Summer Academy FAQ’s

About SA

  • The Summer Academy is an 8-week experience that will challenge you to deepen your faith while you raise the level of your game. Our goal for you is that you learn what it means to be a sports minister while working towards becoming a better player.

    Over the course of eight weeks, you will be trained how to integrate your faith into the game, play matches locally and internationally, coach soccer camps for kids, receive quality training sessions, and be a part of a community of believers.

  • During the Summer Academy, you, along with other athletes, will be going through our Sports Ministry Training (SMT) curriculum. It's designed to help you practically integrate your faith into both sport and your daily life.

    So you're not just coming to "do" the ministry for the Orlando Eagles - you ARE the ministry! You are our priority! And we want your experience to be one that will have an eternal impact in your life!

Application & Finances

  • 1. You can begin this process by filling out the application.

    2. Once you’ve applied and secured two references, we’ll set up a phone interview. If selected, you’ll need to complete a $250 deposit to hold your spot.

    3. Once your spot is confirmed, you’ll begin receiving information that will assist you in your preparation.

  • Final payment for the entire Summer Academy is due the day you arrive.

  • Additional funds minus 10% can be used to reimburse travel expenses for getting to and from Orlando with proof of receipt for up to $300 (flights or gas).

    Keeping in mind that MAI has complete control over all donated funds, additional funds will remain within the Orlando Eagles Summer Academy program and will be used for furthering God’s Kingdom.

  • You will get paid for each FULL week of camp you work during the summer You will receive a direct deposit from the Orlando Eagles at the end of the summer.

  • You will receive weekly emails regarding incoming donations.

Program & Routine

  • You will be staying in host homes from the churches with whom we are partnering over the summer. You will stay at a different host homes each week but will always have 1 or more of your teammates with you

  • In Orlando, some of our meals will be provided by the churches, some by the host homes, and many will be Eagle’s team meals. You should anticipate paying for some meals during the week.

  • Once you arrive in Orlando, all transportation will be provided. Gas will be provided for those who choose to be drivers for the summer.

  • If you decide to be a driver for the summer you will be expected to drive to/from ministry events with your fellow teammates.

    Eagles will pay for gas going to and from ministry events, training sessions, and games only. All other gas expenses will be up to the driver.

    The owner of the car/driver will be responsible for any fines, tickets, or accidents that could occur throughout the summer.

  • Of course! We love when families/friends come to visit but please make sure they find their own accommodations as we will not be able to house any extra people for the summer.

  • We would really prefer if you didn’t leave during the Academy at all, but we understand that there are some things that cannot be avoided. We will need to talk about why you would need to leave and for how long and must approve of your absence.

    Leaving during camps could affect your pay for the summer.

  • You will be given a complete packing list before you come with all you will need for the Academy.

  • Yes, if you need to take a class over the summer we will try to accommodate your situation.

    If possible, we would recommend not taking classes that could limit your availability to be fully present during the summer. So classes that require you to be present for lectures or tests at certain times may be difficult.

  • Yes! There are numerous internship opportunities available to participants. If you are interested in this possibility, please talk with us.

  • Camp Set Up / Devotions
    Coach at Soccer Camps
    Lunch
    Free time
    Training or Match
    Dinner

Soccer

  • The Eagles ministry has seen its cultural impact in many countries where we’ve taken teams. Soccer is VERY important to us! We love this game, whether you call it “football” or “soccer”! But let’s bring it closer to home - you love this game and you want to improve! The Summer Academy is designed to assist you in raising the level of your game.

    Our hope and prayer is that as you engage in this fun, competitive environment, your love for this game will grow even more! As it does, we hope you see the countless opportunities that you have to use the talents God has given you for His glory!

  • Over the 7-week Summer Academy, our teams will play weekly matches vs. highly competitive opponents.

    We will train 3-4 times per week.

    We will conduct fitness tests at the beginning and end of the Academy, specifically preparing you for your fall season.

    We will have weekly strength training with a local fitness center when in Orlando. When traveling, we'll utilize body weight training.

    Our focus is on preparing you to be ready for your college's pre-season!

  • Yes, we will have access to a gym and field during certain hours