A World Class Football Camp
In Partnership with the Football Federation of Belize.
The first football summer camp immersion of it's kind.
Spots are limited to 30 total players on two teams U-15 and U-17 Boys only.
Questions? You can book a call anytime — no pressure.
Elite football
training
Cultural immersion
& activities
Family Friendly Belizean Immersion
Meet The Coaches
Philip Marin
Philip Marin is the President and Director of The Belizean Immersion. With a strong background in the sport, Philip Marin is a former player and a graduate of a European University. He holds his Level A coaching licence and serves as the Technical Director for the Football Federation of Belize, where he coaches the U-17’s and U-20’s in CONCACAF league play. His assistant, Dale Jones, coaches the professional side, FC Belmopan. Philip Marin is also well known around the region for his work in integrating fairness and equality for women soccer players in Belize.
Phillip’s mission is dedicated to bringing the sport of soccer to the many passionate villages around the capital. He works to achieve this by hosting ECNL Players in his home country.
Philip Marin will organize the games and practical trainings for the team. Philip Marin will assign coaches, players and security personnel.
Joaquín Lobón
Joaquín Lobón is a dynamic and highly experienced professional in football/soccer coaching and administration, with a proven track record in technical direction, team management, and youth development across Central America and the Caribbean.
He currently serves as a coach for the U-15 boys for the Belize national team.
His professional experience includes:
Head Coach and Technical Director at Pro-Am Soccer Club, where he has managed the club's technical direction, coached senior teams, and overseen player development programs since September 2021.
Technical Director at Elite Sports Academy (Jan 2019 – Aug 2021), focusing on developing youth talent and coaching methodologies.
Head Coach and Academy Director at Belmopan Bandits FC (2016 – 2018), where he led the senior team and managed the youth academy.
Lobón holds a FIFA Coaching License (Pro-Level) from CONCACAF (2015) and a Bachelor of Science in Sports Management from the University of Central Florida (2010).
Ian Jones
Ian Jones is a seasoned professional currently serving as the General Secretary of the Football Federation of Belize (FFB), a role he has held since November 2021.
Prior to his leadership in sports administration, Jones had a notable career in both government and the telecommunications industry:
Government Service: He served as a Senator in the National Assembly of Belize from 2015 to 2020, during which time he also held the position of Leader of Government Business in the Senate.
Telecommunications: He has held several high-level executive positions, including Chief Operations Officer (COO) at Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL) from 2008 to 2014, and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at both BTL and Speednet Communications Limited (SMART) earlier in his career.
Jones holds an Executive MBA from the University of the West Indies and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology.
Mandy Wilson
Mandy Wilson is a licensed first responder, EMT firefighter with TVF&R and a highly accomplished fitness professional.
Bringing over 20 years of experience as a fitness instructor for renowned organizations like Orange Theory, Bay Club, Lifetime Fitness, and Nike, Mandy has a proven commitment to health and peak performance.
An elite marathoner, she has competed in the prestigious Boston Marathon five times, reaching the podium with an impressive time of 2:55.
She will be instructing fitness classes for both players and parents, providing valuable presentations on nutrition, and assisting with team transportation and security.
Anthony Prichard
As a co-founder of this immersive camp, I bring a unique blend of experience. For 17 years, I've dedicated myself to soccer coaching across 11 organizations in Colorado, a passion I view as community service.
My professional background is in marketing.
This combination, along with the training expertise and beautiful national geography provided by our partners at FFB, perfectly positions us to offer an unforgettable Belizean immersion experience. Our mission is to provide this opportunity to the players who will benefit from it the most, ensuring your sons create a memory they will cherish forever.
Awards & Accolades
As an A-1 rank out of a D-II school (Adams State) in college Anthony was in the 2002 NFL draft as a football kicker. Anthony has played soccer his entire life but through a sequence of events found his way into professional soccer through collegiate and professional football. As a grassroots coach for the last 17 years, a national & state "D" license.
Yashmin Juan
Yashmin Juan is a dynamic leader and seasoned professional with over 10 years of experience thriving at the intersection of technology, marketing, and the arts, with a specialized focus on the entertainment and media industry. Currently serving as the Head of Digital Marketing at Spectra Media Group (Since 2020), she leads strategic initiatives to drive measurable results.
Her comprehensive expertise spans:
Digital Marketing Strategy
Social Media Management
SEO/SEM
Email Marketing
Campaign Management
Data Analysis
Prior to her current role, Yashmin successfully led all digital campaigns for major film releases as the Digital Marketing Manager at Filmworks Studio (2015-2020) and developed social media strategies for arts clients at Creative Hub Agency (2013-2015). She is known for her ability to thrive in fast-paced, creative environments and effectively lead cross-functional teams.
Dale Palyeo
Born and raised in Roaring Creek, Cayo District, Dale Pelayo Sr. is a name synonymous with the grit and passion of Belizean sports. A true "Jaguar" at heart, Dale’s journey through the world of football has seen him transition from a clinical striker on the pitch to one of the country’s most respected strategic minds on the sidelines.
Dale first made waves in the late 90s, quickly establishing himself as a powerhouse in the Belizean league.
His breakthrough 1998–99 season with Juventud Benqueña—where he finished as the league’s leading goalscorer—marked the beginning of a storied playing career that included stints with giants like Real Verdes and the Belmopan Bandits.
After hanging up his boots in 2016, Dale didn’t step away from the game; he stepped up to lead it. Rising through the coaching ranks from the youth levels to the Senior National "A" Team, he has been a pivotal figure in shaping the next generation of Belizean talent. Whether leading the Jaguars through World Cup Qualifiers or mentoring the U-17 squad, Dale’s mission remains the same: to elevate Belizean football on the world stage while staying rooted in the community that raised him.