RIASA is the world’s only college soccer program, offering Male & Female student-athletes a dual accredited US/UK degree alongside a rewarding and challenging 9-month soccer season in the UK.
UK Soccer. US Education.
Reach Your Maximum Playing Potential.
Men's Undergraduate
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RIASA is the World's Only College Soccer Programme Offering a Dual Accredited US/UK Degree Alongside a 9-month season.
RIASA is the World's Only College Soccer Programme Offering a Dual Accredited US/UK Degree Alongside a 9-month season.
Why Choose RIASA?
Earn 2 University degrees in 1
Earn an International Sports Management degree, dual-accredited in both the United States & the United Kingdom.
Professional environment
Experience a professional-standard UK soccer academy with highly experienced UEFA A & B licensed coaches.
Develop yourself culturally
Live in the home of soccer and develop yourself culturally by travelling and playing across Europe.
RIASA SOCCER ACADEMY
The Original Soccer Programme.
RIASA was the first programme to arrive in the UK offering student-athletes the chance of playing high intensity football whilst studying for a top-class degree.
How is RIASA Different?
We know there are a variety of soccer academies offering programmes similar to RIASA, however, our programme offers student-athletes a more intense and rewarding experience.
Play & train for 9 months
US soccer programmes typically run for just 3 months, whereas we offer 9 months of intense training, coaching & matches.
A programme that works for you
Our soccer programme combined with your degree allows you to thrive. The Programme is specifically built to help you succeed.
Opportunities that matter
We organise showcase games and play in events across Europe to offer you opportunities like no other soccer academy.
We are riasa
Play UK Soccer. Earn a US & UK Degree.
Find out what it’s like when you choose our soccer academy. Joining RIASA will transform your life, whether you are trying to make it pro or just have a love for the game, our programme is perfect for you.
Join an international soccer academy that can help you grow on the pitch. Train with intensity and thrive in competitive settings against other UK pro academies.
Develop Your Game. Enjoy College Soccer In The UK.
Smash personal targets
Track your progress as you grow on the pitch with guidance from our qualified coaching team.
Enjoy being a full-time student-athlete
Training, competing & studying. Embrace the feeling of being a full time footballer with an intense schedule.
Experience Leeds*
Enjoy your new home in Leeds, which offers a bustling & vibrant student lifestyle. Make new friends and explore.
*The location for RIASA may change from September 2023. In order to provide our students with the best possible state-of-the-art studying and football experience, we are seeking alternative location options, ideally in the same area as the current RIASA location in Leeds. We will provide an update on the location as soon as possible.
75+ nationalities
We are International.
Join an international football programme. No matter where you’re from in the world, if you meet the academic requirements and you want to improve your soccer, you can apply to join our ever growing roster of diverse students.
enjoy the journey
It’s Life Changing.
By choosing our unique soccer programme you are investing in your future. You’ll mix with like minded individuals who share the same determination to achieve success.
a place to grow
We Develop You.
It’s intense at our football academy. Nothing worth having in life is easy and, with this in mind, each training session is fuelled with the intention of helping you to progress.
stay focused
It’s Down to You.
We put you in positions to thrive. Every game, every training session and being surrounded by other talented soccer athletes helps you to grow. Commitment and passion are vital in helping you succeed on your RIASA journey.
WE ARE RIASA
We Are Unique.
There isn't another soccer academy that can offer the challenging football programme and high quality teaching that is available at RIASA. Earn a top class degree and enjoy moments that last a lifetime as you venture for success at our academy in Leeds.
Start Your Soccer Journey.
Embark on a rewarding and life changing soccer programme.