With SOCCATOURS, we have more than 250 locations in our portfolio and can offer football training camps throughout Europe.
From youth hostels in Germany to 5* hotels in Turkey, we have the right destination for all requirements.
95% recommendation rate
A recommendation rate of 95% with more than 1,800 teams per season makes SOCCATOURS the most successful organiser of football training camps in Europe.
20+ years in the training camp business
Our experts are active athletes themselves and know exactly what is important. As a licensed FIFA Match Agent, our CEO Marcus Häusler also brings international expertise to the table – for training camps that meet the highest standards.
Avoid the risk of fraud at training camps in Turkey - how to protect your team and yourself
Time and again, the media report on dubious providers who advertise with enticing offers but don't deliver any services. Here you can find out how to recognize genuine organizers - and how you can reliably protect yourself and your team.
What can go wrong in Turkey
Public warnings and real cases of damage
Year after year, reputable sources - including public broadcasters such as Bayerischer Rundfunk - report on cases of fraud at training camps in Turkey. The scam is often the same: professionally designed websites and low prices, but no real company behind the scenes, no liability and no guaranteed services. The result:
Inadequate or non-existent sports grounds
Missing transfers or inadequate accommodation
No contact person on site
In the worst case: full advance payment - no service
One particularly sensational case was first published on 26 May 2025 in the Bavarian broadcaster "Abendschau" and is now also available in the ARD media library. Numerous clubs were affected - and the reporting was picked up by other renowned media.
Company registered abroad, but no recognizable branch or corporate structure
Payment only by prepayment to foreign accounts
No tour operator license or TÜRSAB approval
No information on training plans, guaranteed places or travel insurance certificate
No contact person available
How to check a provider properly
Checklist: How to recognize a reputable training camp organizer
Is there a complete imprint with the responsible company?
Is the company based in the EU?
Are you protected by a legally secured package tour ?
Is the agency TÜRSAB-licensed (required by law in Turkey)?
Is there a German or European contractual partner with whom you book?
Are contact persons available before, during and after the trip?
Is there transparent information on training grounds, transfers, accommodation, test matches?
Do they work with real customer testimonials and reference clubs?
Tip: Google the provider + "experiences" - reputable tour operators have a verifiable presence.
Why you are on the safe side with SOCCATOURS
Legally secure - operationally on site - reliable for over 20 years
SOCCATOURS is Europe's leading specialist for training camps and has been active in Turkey for years. With the establishment of our own TÜRSAB-licensed DMC in Antalya in June 2025, we are consistently taking the next step:
100% own local organization - no intermediary, no middleman
Package tour protection in accordance with EU law incl. travel insurance certificate
Our promise: With us there is no risk - but real protection, fair communication and comprehensible quality.
Further information & contact
Do you have any questions or would you like to make a non-binding inquiry about a training camp? We will be happy to advise you personally - competently, transparently and free of charge.
