Your Team Deserves More Than
a Generic Tour

Custom trips, built
around your team

No two teams are alike, and neither are our trips. Every itinerary is built from the ground up to reflect your goals, team culture, and season schedule. Whether you want more competition, more cultural immersion, or more time bonding as a team, we’ll tailor it to you.

Local knowledge,
global perspective

We live in Spain, traveling around the continent to scout every hotel, restaurant, and playing field ourselves before recommending it. That means no surprises—except the good kind. You’ll stay in vibrant neighborhoods, not tourist traps, and train in facilities we’ve personally vetted.

Coaches learn
here too

Our trips aren’t just for players—we want coaches to learn and grow too. Before your trip, our partner coaches analyze game footage to design sessions that strengthen your team’s play. You’ll also get a fresh perspective from international coaching styles, without ever losing your own philosophy

Travel that’s as mindful
as it is delightful

We believe in responsible travel. From supporting local, family-owned restaurants to choosing sustainable transport options when possible, every decision is made with community and environment in mind.

Experience the difference of travel, off the groove

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  • “This was a trip of a lifetime for our kids.”

    Susan Johnson, William Smith College parent

Off the Groove: A team that lives sports and travel

A former NCAA Division III soccer player, Stephanie Judd has always understood the transformative power of sport. After moving to Spain, she combined her love for travel with her athletic background to co-found Off the Groove. As an American living abroad, Stephanie has a unique ability to design trips that align with the expectations and needs of American teams while offering an insider’s perspective of European culture. Her deep local connections, combined with meticulous planning, ensure that every tour seamlessly blends high-level competition, professional training, and authentic cultural immersion.

A former semi-professional rugby player and seasoned business leader, Javier Pino brings over 20 years of experience managing technical and commercial teams. His expertise in operations and logistics guarantees that every Off the Groove trip runs seamlessly. Having grown up in Spain, Javier adds a local’s eye to the details that make each experience stand out—from competition with top clubs to cultural encounters that leave a lasting impact.

As both partners in life and in business, Stephanie and Javier combine their complementary backgrounds to bring Off the Groove’s vision to life. Their shared passion for sport, travel, and cultural exchange fuels every journey, giving teams the chance to compete, grow, and experience the world in unforgettable ways.

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