MBA Tennis Academy’s International Tennis Programs open the door to truly transformative educational experiences. Through our partnerships in the United States and Ireland, young players can study in English at leading schools while continuing to train and compete at the highest level. More than just a language immersion experience, it is a life-changing journey that fosters maturity, independence and adaptability.
For students, it means stepping beyond their comfort zone in a safe and inspiring environment. For families, it brings the reassurance of knowing their children are supported by experienced professionals and a personalised plan. Both our US College Scholarships and School Year in Ireland programmes offer far more than tennis: they help shape globally minded young people, ready to embrace the future with confidence and determination.
MBA Tennis Academy’s Tennis Scholarship and Studies in the USA programme offers an exceptional opportunity for young players to pursue their goals both on the tennis court and in their academic journey.
In partnership with I-ConSports, MBA Tennis Academy offers young players the opportunity to earn a tennis scholarship in the United States. With a comprehensive approach, we support families throughout every stage of the process, providing expert guidance, personalised advice and the resources needed to ensure a smooth transition and a truly enriching experience for each player — from reaching the required tennis level to applying to universities and preparing for the necessary standard of English.
This programme offers a unique opportunity to live and study in an international environment, broadening each player’s academic and cultural horizons.
Participants have the opportunity to receive a high-quality education while continuing to develop their tennis skills, allowing them to pursue their goals both on and off the court.
By joining a university team in the United States, players gain access to top-level competition, facing opponents from across the country as they elevate their game and build valuable competitive experience.
A university education in the United States can open the door to a wide range of career opportunities and valuable professional networks, benefiting players in their future path, whether within the world of tennis or beyond.
This opportunity is now a reality. Through an exclusive partnership between MBA Tennis Academy and Dalta School, young tennis players can spend either a term or a full academic year in Ireland while continuing their training.
Thanks to the Irish education system and its more practical approach, students aged 13 to 16 have the chance to study in Ireland for a term or a full school year, building strong English language skills while continuing to develop their tennis.
Players train and become part of one of the country’s most prestigious clubs, developing their game while experiencing tennis in an international environment alongside other young players their age. A unique educational, personal and sporting experience.
Your child will study at an Irish school while continuing to train and improve their level of play. MBA Tennis Academy coordinates everything needed with the club in Ireland to ensure a smooth transition, while respecting each player’s sporting goals and tennis development.
Your child will study at an Irish school while continuing to train and improve their level of play. MBA Tennis Academy coordinates everything needed with the club in Ireland to ensure a smooth transition, while respecting each player’s sporting goals and tennis development.
With host families carefully selected and no other Spanish students in the home, players experience genuine English immersion. This journey fosters independence, maturity and adaptability, while allowing them to continue enjoying their passion for tennis.
MBA Tennis Academy and Dalta School are there before, during and after the journey. From the initial guidance to ongoing support in Ireland, each student-athlete is backed by a team that guides them, helps them connect with others and provides constant support throughout the experience.
Explore our answers to the most frequently asked questions about our Junior Annual Tennis Programmes in Barcelona.
It’s the opportunity to spend a school year in Ireland without giving up tennis. Designed for boys and girls aged 13 to 16, the programme allows students to study in Ireland, live with an Irish host family and continue training at a prestigious local tennis club alongside players of their own age.
Yes, and that’s the heart of the programme. They’ll train at one of the most iconic clubs in the south of Ireland, with boys and girls their own age and a plan adapted to their level. And all in English: the most natural way to learn the language.
Boys and girls aged 13 to 16, in secondary school or Bachillerato, who love tennis and want to spend a year in Ireland without giving up the game. They don’t need to train at MBA or have a specific level: what matters most is wanting to live the experience.
The most popular option is Transition Year, the Irish equivalent of 4º ESO in Spain. It is a more practical, experience-based school year, making it ideal for getting the most out of the opportunity.
The programme is open to students aged 13 to 16 who are studying ESO or Bachillerato in Spain, and recognition of the school year in Spain is guaranteed.
No. The programme is open to tennis players from all over Spain. Before joining, we assess each player’s level through an on-court assessment with our coaching team or, if you live further away, through an initial interview, training videos and other relevant information.
For the 2027/28 school year, we recommend reserving your place between September and December 2026. Groups are kept small and, once the maximum number of places has been reached, it will no longer be possible to join the programme.
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