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DME Academy, Tampa!

Join the DME family & experience personalized soccer development. 

DME Academy, Tampa Campus

We're bringing the resources, network and competitive soccer program of DME to Tampa. Starting small, we will focus on launching youth competitive teams in 2025/26 under the DME umbrella to extend top soccer training to the Tampa region. We provide personalized soccer development for athletes that demand more than the big box store experience. 

We will focus on the 2018-2014 youth age bands in 25/26. 

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Tryout Details Dropping 4/29

Stay tuned for our Tampa Tryout Information! 

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Expected Teams For Next Season

2

Tampa only

4

Tampa only

3

Tampa & Sarasota Combo

DME Tampa Program Director & Coach

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Federico Martinez

With a proven track record of developing top-tier talent, Federico Martinez brings unmatched expertise and passion to the game. Having coached with premier programs like South Tampa Gold and Tampa Bay United, Federico is a trusted name in both private and group training across the Tampa and Jacksonville areas.

His journey began in Jacksonville as a technical trainer with Supreme Footskills—an academy recognized for shaping some of the region’s most promising Pre-ECNL and Pre-MLS players. From there, Federico elevated his impact by joining Sporting Patagonia and the South American Futbol Academy in Tampa, where he worked hands-on with athletes at every stage, from youth development to elite ECNL competitors.

Today, Federico leads The Training Ground—his own elite training academy—where he continues to develop well-rounded, technically sharp athletes. He also heads Finesse Futsal, a competitive futsal program that sharpens footwork, speed, and tactical intelligence at the highest level.

Whether you're looking to gain a competitive edge, sharpen your fundamentals, or take your game to the next level, training with Federico means stepping into a professional, high-performance environment where every session is designed for results.

Train with purpose. Compete with finesse. Become elite. Do More Everyday.

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FAQ

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We will serve the younger age bands of competitive soccer, including athletes aged 2018-2013. 

If you want to train in Tampa but play for Sarasota teams, you can do that across all age bands as long as you: 

train 1x a week with your Sarasota team during non tournament weekly prep and 2x a week during tournament weekly prep.

Location to be shared soon! 

For Tampa pricing, Email us at info@dmeacademysarasota.com 

 

For Sarasota/Tampa Combo players: 

Age Group Deposit (Hold Spot) Yearly Fee Pay In Full (May) $100/off 6 Payments
2015 - 2018 $300 $1,695 $1,595 $1,695/4
2014 - 2007 $300 $2,495 $2,395 $2,495/6
Training Pool Player (Reserves)   $1,000    
         
* famiies with multiple kids receive $150 off 2nd, $175 off third.
       
** returning players/families receice $100 off
       

Payment Plan Dates (6) 

June 15, 2025, July 15 2025,August 15, 2025, September 15, 2025, October 15, 2025 November 15, 2025, January 15, 2026

Plus tournament fees an uniform fees.

Preferred Tournament Pool Memberships :

$500/yr

If you would like to be in our preferred tournament guest pool, we reserve 1-3 spots per squad. This preferred tournament roster guarantees your athlete can join our team should the need arise throughout the year with the first crack at joining the roster. Plus tournament fees and uniform fees.

*Non Refundable pricing after payments made