ONE
CITY.
ONE
PROGRAMME.
ONE COMMUNITY.
Combining World-Class Education With Elite Level Development
YOUR DREAM, OUR GOAL.
WELCOME TO IDA SHEFFIELD
IDA Sheffield delivers bespoke industry leading programs for international and domestic student-athletes aged 16-25 offering flexible pathways tailored to individual goals—whether pursuing gap years, undergraduate degrees, postgraduate studies, or high-level playing opportunities.
Why do student atheletes choose IDA Sheffield?
Inspire Development Academy Sheffield provides international and domestic student-athletes aged 16-23 with an integrated pathway combining world-class education with elite football development.
Operating from September through May, the program delivers a full-time professional-standard schedule under UEFA-licensed coaching staff at the University of Sheffield´s state of the art facilities. Players compete in 20-30 matches throughout the season through a mix of showcase fixtures and league games whilst progressing through full-time post-secondary, undergraduate or postgraduate studies through our education partners.
Our student-athletes benefit from receiving comprehensive hollistic support through quarterly performance reviews, individual development planning, video analysis through Veo platform, pre-arrival transition guidance, and ongoing academic support through our academic partners. The program serves four distinct pathways: a 16-18 residential program for formative-age development, undergraduate tracks for 18-21 year olds pursuing three-year UK degrees, postgraduate options for 21-23 year old NCAA/NAIA graduates seeking one-year master's degrees and an elite gap year program which looks to provide each athlete who is looking to pursuing further education, or transitioning to future playing opportunities with an unforgettable one year experience.
MEET OUR CHOSEN ACADEMIC PARTNERS:
THE
UNIVERSITY
OF
SHEFFIELD
Since 2023, the
University of Sheffield has proudly served as an
Official Academic Partner of IDA, bringing together two organisations committed to excellence, performance, and opportunity. A member of the prestigious
Russell Group, Sheffield is consistently ranked among the
top 100 universities globally (QS and Times Higher Education Rankings 2025) and recognised nationally as one of the UK’s leading institutions for teaching quality, innovation, and student experience. The University has also been honoured with multiple
Queen’s Anniversary Prizes for its impact on society and research excellence.
Together,
IDA and the University of Sheffield share a vision of empowering the next generation of student-athletes — offering pathways that blend high-performance football with world-leading education. This partnership reflects a shared belief that true excellence is achieved both on the pitch and in the classroom.
Experience. Expertise. Excellence.
OUR STAFF
Our coaching staff brings professional playing and coaching experience from the highest levels of the game here in the UK. From UEFA-licensed qualifications to premier league experience on staff, every member of the team has walked the pathway our players aspire to follow, providing guidance grounded in real experience rather than theory.
OUR FACILITIES
Players train at the University of Sheffield's Goodwin Sports Center, accessing professional-standard artificial pitches, newly renovated strength and conditioning facilities, video analysis suites, and dedicated meeting spaces—providing all the tools needed for elite development throughout the nine-month season.
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN
LEARNING MORE?
If you're interested in learning more about IDA Sheffield, please complete this expression of interest form in full to find out whether you are a good fit for IDA Sheffield and start the conversation today.
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After rounding off her fantastic performance with a goal, Keely was a very deserved winner of the player of the match award for the game against Macclesfield this week!
Well done Keely ??
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Hereโs our only goal from yesterday scored by @kf_soccer_4 from the penalty spot ?
For full game highlights please visit our YouTube page!
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Despite going 2-0 down in the first minute, the girls kept on plucking away and in fairness had the better chances in the game, but they were unlucky to fall to a defeat.
The girls can still be proud of themselves for the performance today and the never say die attitude ??
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We welcome @ifgmacclesfieldfc womenโs today as we look to get back to winning ways in the league!
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IDA Sheffield was built for those that donยดt want to settle or compromise.
For those that donยดt want to choose between their future on the pitch and their future off of it.
?9 Months Elite Football Program
? Premier League Experience on Staff
? Showcase Games against Professional Clubs
?State-of-the-art facilities
?Legitimate player pathways
?Russell Group Academic Partner
?Top #100 University Globally
At IDA Sheffield, we are building something different. A movement โwhere ambitious players refuse to compromise.
This is what it looks like when you stop accepting false choices.
Ready to see if youโre the right fit?
Start your application: https://www.idasheffield.co.uk/apply-now
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![IDA Supports Young Footballers in Zimbabwe with Kit Donation Initiative
IDA is proud to announce its latest international community initiative, supplying football kits to young players in the Zaka area of Zimbabwe. The donation supports a group of schoolboys who share a deep passion for football but have faced barriers due to limited access to proper equipment.
The initiative reflects IDAโs commitment to using football as a tool for positive change, building confidence, inclusion, and opportunity for young people both locally and globally.
โThese young players have incredible passion and love for the game. โWhat they lacked was not commitment or talent, but the basic resources to pursue their dreams. We wanted to help remove that barrier.โ
The donated kits give the players more than just uniformity on the pitch. They offer a sense of pride, belonging, and belief, empowering the boys to play with confidence and feel supported as part of something bigger.
While IDA is proudly based in Sheffield, the organisationโs reach continues to extend beyond borders. This initiative in Zimbabwe highlights IDAโs growing global impact, creating meaningful support through football and community engagement where it is needed most.
โThis is bigger than kit,โ. Itโs about influence, opportunity, and helping the next generation believe in whatโs possible.โ
IDA remains committed to expanding its community, focused efforts and using the power of sport to inspire young people worldwide.
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IDA Supports Young Footballers in Zimbabwe with Kit Donation Initiative IDA is proud to announce its latest international community initiative, supplying football kits to young players in the Zaka area of Zimbabwe. The donation supports a group of schoolboys who share a deep passion for football but have faced barriers due to limited access to proper equipment. The initiative reflects IDA’s commitment to using football as a tool for positive change, building confidence, inclusion, and opportunity for young people both locally and globally. “These young players have incredible passion and love for the game. “What they lacked was not commitment or talent, but the basic resources to pursue their dreams. We wanted to help remove that barrier.” The donated kits give the players more than just uniformity on the pitch. They offer a sense of pride, belonging, and belief, empowering the boys to play with confidence and feel supported as part of something bigger. While IDA is proudly based in Sheffield, the organisation’s reach continues to extend beyond borders. This initiative in Zimbabwe highlights IDA’s growing global impact, creating meaningful support through football and community engagement where it is needed most. “This is bigger than kit,”. It’s about influence, opportunity, and helping the next generation believe in what’s possible.” IDA remains committed to expanding its community, focused efforts and using the power of sport to inspire young people worldwide. #ida #yourdreamourgoal #football #soccer #zimbabweButton -
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It was a tough choice for Man of the Match for the Rotherham game because every single player deserved it, but Isaac was chosen not just for this game but for his consistency in every game!
Well done Isaac ??
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With 20 different players on show today, we couldnโt be anymore proud of every single one of them for their performance and contribution to a fantastic 6-1 win against @rotherhamunited U21!
Well done boys ????
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