A B1 player on the ball in training

TRIAL: a six-day football evaluation for players aged 12 to 18 in Barcelona and Dubai

Six days. Complete clarity.

The B1 Trial is the entry point into the ELITE and SPRINT programs. Train inside the B1 environment, be evaluated continuously by the coaching team, and walk away with a detailed individual performance report and a clear recommendation on what comes next.

What it is

A structured assessment of your potential.

B1 TRIAL is a 6-day evaluation for football players aged 12 to 18 who want to train in a professional high-performance environment and get a structured assessment of their development potential.

It is the entry point to B1’s season programmes, B1 ELITE and B1 SPRINT. One edition runs in each city.

2026–27 edition

Sun 14 – Fri 19 February 2027

Venue: PB Collblanc, BarcelonaOpen

2026–27 edition

Sun 17 – Fri 22 January 2027

Venue: Venue confirmed on registrationOpen

The PB Collblanc football pitch in Barcelona

The club’s ground in Les Corts, Barcelona.

Dubai training venues are confirmed on registration.

A B1 player in training in Barcelona
Young footballers training near city towers

The 6 days

Sunday to Friday, day by day.

Players train in groups by age category, under continuous evaluation by B1 coaches.

  1. Day 1

    Arrival

    • Check-in and welcome by B1 staff
    • Presentation of the Trial and of B1’s season programmes
    • Welcome dinner or event for players and families
  2. Days 2 to 5

    Training and evaluation

    • 2 training sessions a day, in groups by age category
    • The B1 Performance DNA methodology
    • Continuous evaluation by B1 coaches
    • Day 2: introductory gym session
    • Day 3: masterclass with a coach or guest expert
    • Day 4: sport psychology or nutrition talk
    • Day 5: final match
  3. Day 6

    Debrief

    • A closing meeting with the player and the accompanying adult
    • The individual performance report
    • A personalised programme proposal
    • Departure
  4. During the Trial

    Beyond the pitch

    • A visit to the school, for players and families
    • A team-building or cultural activity

What’s included

Everything in B1 TRIAL TRAINING.

  • The full B1 methodology
  • 4 days of high-performance football training
  • Continuous evaluation by B1 coaches
  • The individual performance report
  • The Day 6 debrief with the player and the accompanying adult
  • A programme proposal based on the player’s profile
  • The B1 welcome training kit (bring your own boots and shin pads)
  • Transport for all B1-scheduled training activities

What comes next

A clear recommendation, whatever the outcome.

Every athlete receives a written individual performance report across the four B1 Performance DNA dimensions and a direct programme recommendation.

  • Selected for ELITE or SPRINTA direct path to enrollment.
  • Recommended to build firstIMMERSION, CAMPS or a return Trial.
  • Every athleteA professional assessment specific to them, whatever the outcome.

Formats and fees

Two formats. One fee for the stay.

B1 TRIAL TRAINING

€450

  • The full B1 methodology
  • 4 days of high-performance training
  • Continuous evaluation and the performance report
  • The Day 6 debrief and a programme proposal
  • The welcome training kit
  • Transport to all B1 training activities

B1 TRIAL BOARDING

€950

  • Everything in TRIAL TRAINING, plus:
  • The B1 residence, a private room with bathroom
  • All meals during the stay
  • 24/7 supervision and welfare support
  • Wi-Fi and basic services

FAMILY

€350 per adult

  • For the accompanying adult
  • The B1 residence, a private room with bathroom
  • All meals during the stay
  • Access to the Day 6 evaluation and debrief
  • Attendance is recommended: without an adult, the report is sent to the legal guardian, who must sign an authorisation beforehand.

Add-ons and conditions

Airport transferPer journey.
€60
Health insuranceMandatory. Or your own policy meeting B1’s minimum cover.
€85
FAMILYPer accompanying adult.
€350

Refunds

Non-refundable once confirmed, except official visa denial: tuition and insurance refunded within 90 days.

Coming with an adult, or on your own

A player can attend the Trial without an adult and gets the full training experience.

The formal evaluation report and the programme proposal are presented in person only when an accompanying adult attends the Day 6 debrief. Without an adult, the report is sent to the legal guardian.

Players attending without an adult need a signed parent or guardian consent form before arrival.

A bedroom at the B1 residence
The dining room at the B1 residence
A bedroom at the B1 residence
The dining room at the B1 residence

B1 TRIAL BOARDING and FAMILY stay at the B1 residence.

Download fees and payment schedule

Evaluation

Four axes. One report.

B1 coaches evaluate every player across the four axes of the B1 Performance DNA.

  • PhysicalSpeed, strength, endurance and movement.
  • TechnicalBall skills under pressure, in the player’s position.
  • TacticalDecisions, positioning and reading the game.
  • MentalFocus, attitude and response to challenge.

The report and the programme proposal point to the right next step: B1 ELITE or B1 SPRINT.

Four steps

From registration to your proposal.

  1. Register

    Book your place below and send the application.

  2. Payment and documents

    Full payment and all documents before arrival confirm the place.

  3. Train and get evaluated

    Six days of training and continuous evaluation.

  4. Debrief and proposal

    Your performance report and a programme proposal on Day 6.

Registration

Book your place.

Choose your options: the summary adds them up, and your choices fill the application below.

  1. Edition

    Sun 14 – Fri 19 February 2027

    Venue: PB Collblanc, BarcelonaOpen

  2. Format

  3. Accompanying adult

  4. Add-ons

Apply

Apply for B1 TRIAL.

Three short steps. The B1 admissions team confirms your place.

The B1 methodology

You play the way you train. Four dimensions, trained together in real game situations.

Six days in the B1 model, evaluated across the four dimensions.

Learn more about the methodology ›

Questions about B1 TRIAL.

Who is B1 TRIAL for?

Football players aged 12 to 18 who want to train in a professional high-performance environment and get a structured assessment of their development potential.

When and where is the Trial?

One edition per city in 2026–27. Barcelona: Sunday 14 to Friday 19 February 2027, at PB Collblanc. Dubai: Sunday 17 to Friday 22 January 2027; the venue is confirmed on registration.

Does an adult need to come with the player?

A player can attend the Trial without an adult and gets the full training experience. The formal evaluation report and the programme proposal are presented in person only when an accompanying adult attends the Day 6 debrief. Without an adult, the report is sent to the legal guardian. Players attending without an adult need a signed parent or guardian consent form before arrival.

How much does the Trial cost?

B1 TRIAL TRAINING is €450 and B1 TRIAL BOARDING is €950. FAMILY, for an accompanying adult staying with B1, is €350 per adult. Airport transfers are €60 per journey; B1’s health insurance is €85. The Trial is non-refundable once confirmed, except official visa denial: tuition and insurance are refunded within 90 days.

Is health insurance required?

Yes. Insurance is mandatory: buy B1’s insurance or provide your own policy with medical, accident, repatriation and travel assistance cover.

How do payment and confirmation work?

Full payment is due before arrival, by bank transfer, card link or cash. A place is confirmed only with full payment and all documents.

Can I get a refund?

Tuition is non-refundable once confirmed. The insurance fee is refundable only on official visa denial, within 90 days.

What does the player need before arrival?

Medical documentation, including proof of insurance and medical clearance for high-performance training. All scheduled sessions and activities are mandatory.

What happens after the Trial?

On Day 6 the player receives the individual performance report and a personalised programme proposal for B1 ELITE or B1 SPRINT.

Young footballers on a pitch
Young footballers on a pitch

Football · Ages 12 to 18 · Barcelona and Dubai

TRIAL

Six days. Complete clarity.