Move Sports

What Move Sports does

Move Sports (legal entity MOVE SPORTS – ORGANIZAÇÕES DESPORTIVAS, S.A.) is a Portuguese sports tourism and events company founded in 2005 and headquartered in Paço de Arcos, Lisbon metropolitan area. The company designs and delivers tailor-made training camps, sports tours, international tournaments and bespoke corporate sports events, with primary operations in Portugal and Spain and a customer base that has included participants from more than 130 countries. Its primary customer segments are youth sports teams and clubs (including schools and academies), amateur adult teams, professional and semi-professional clubs (e.g., Wigan Warriors pre-season camp), and corporate organisations seeking team-building experiences, served across football, rugby, basketball, volleyball and netball.

Move Sports' product set is organised into three lines: Training Camps & Sports Tours (customised multi-day packages including accommodation, transfers, training facility access, friendly matches and cultural activities); Tournaments (signature international events including the Portugal Rugby Youth Festival in its 17th edition, Lisbon Basketball Youth Cup, Portugal Summer Football Cup, Portugal Volleyball Festival, Portugal Netball Festival and the ESBA MaxiBasket Championship Algarve/Albufeira 2026); and Corporate Events (delivered through a dedicated sub-brand at corporatemovesports.com). The technology stack is intentionally light: there is no proprietary software platform, and operations rely on direct supplier coordination with hotels, transport providers and partner clubs including Benfica, Porto, Sporting, Real Madrid and Barcelona, supported by a quote-based website and a content/blog channel ("Field Stories").

The business is sales-led and quotes every engagement. Move Sports generates revenue through per-package tour fees, per-team tournament registration fees and bespoke corporate event quotations, with deposit-based payment terms and final settlement typically due 30 days before departure (full payment required upfront for bookings within 8 weeks of departure). Distribution is direct via website inquiry, with marketing supported by content, social media, email newsletters, testimonials and on-the-ground presence at international sports events. Move Sports operates as a licensed Portuguese tour operator under DGT License 1380/06, with civil liability insurance through Fidelidade, and is privately held by founder-CEO António da Cunha without disclosed external equity or parent ownership.

Name

Move Sports

Legal name

MOVE SPORTS - ORGANIZAÇÕES DESPORTIVAS, S.A.

Website

https://movesports.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Move Sports is a Portuguese sports tourism company that designs and delivers tailor-made training camps, sports tours, international tournaments and corporate sports events for youth teams, clubs, schools, and corporations in Portugal and Spain.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sports Tourism Services

NAICS

Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events (7113), Spectator Sports (7112)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYMPAKAKAI

Sports Travel, Logistics & Team Operations Services

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Sports (Leagues, Teams, Events, Venues)/Sports Management & Promotion Services

SECONDARYTHAKAGAI

Sports Team, Tournament & Training Travel

Travel & Hospitality/Travel Agencies, Tour Operators & OTAs/Group Travel & Educational Travel Operators

Keywords

• Sports tourism services
• Training camp organization
• International sports tournaments
• Corporate sports events
• Sports tour packages

Headquarters

HQ city

Paço De Arcos

HQ country

Portugal

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Sports Tours and Training Camps: Move Sports organizes and sells tailor-made sports tours and training camps in Portugal and Spain, serving football, rugby, basketball, volleyball, and other sports teams. Revenue is generated through package pricing that includes accommodation, training facilities, transfers, and activity coordination. Payment terms include deposits and final payments, with total payment typically due 30 days before departure.
2. International Tournament Organization: The company organizes international youth tournaments including the Portugal Rugby Youth Festival, Lisbon Basketball Youth Cup, Portugal Volleyball Festival, and Portugal Summer Football Cup. Revenue is generated through team registration fees for participation in these events.
3. Corporate Sports Events: Move Sports designs bespoke corporate sports events for companies seeking team-building experiences. These events focus on team spirit, motivation, and meaningful interaction through sports activities.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Move Sports organizes and delivers tailor-made sports tours, training camps, international tournaments, and corporate sports events in Portugal and Spain. The company handles end-to-end logistics including accommodation, training facilities, transfers, friendly match arrangements, cultural activities, and on-ground support for football, rugby, basketball, volleyball, netball, and other sports. It also produces signature international tournaments such as the Portugal Rugby Youth Festival and the Lisbon Basketball Youth Cup.

Product overview

Move Sports operates as a sports tourism and events company offering three interconnected service lines: Training Camps & Sports Tours (customised sports experiences in Portugal and Spain for football, rugby, basketball, volleyball and other sports), Tournaments (organising international events including the Portugal Rugby Youth Festival, Lisbon Basketball Youth Cup, Portugal Summer Football Cup, Portugal Volleyball Festival, and Portugal Netball Festival), and Corporate Events (bespoke sports events for companies focusing on team building and motivation). The company has 20 years of experience, has successfully operated over 3,000 sports tours, and welcomes participants from more than 130 countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Training Camps & Sports Tours Tailor-made sports experiences in Portugal and Spain covering football, rugby, basketball, volleyball and other sports, delivering fully customised training camps and sports tours adapted to team needs, goals, and age groups.
• Tournaments High-quality international tournaments combining competition, cultural exchange, and fun, including youth rugby, basketball, football, volleyball, and netball events across Portugal.
• Corporate Events Bespoke corporate sports events focusing on team spirit, motivation, and meaningful interaction, allowing companies to connect, recharge, and grow through the power of sport.
• Portugal Rugby Youth Festival International youth rugby tournament recognised as Europe's leading youth rugby event, combining competition, multiculturalism, fair play, and national promotion with 17+ editions held.
• Lisbon Basketball Youth Cup International youth basketball tournament providing young athletes a platform to compete, travel, and experience basketball in an international setting across multiple countries.
• Portugal Summer Football Cup Amateur adult football tournament attracting teams from multiple countries, featuring competitive matches combined with cultural exchange in a festive atmosphere.
• Portugal Volleyball Festival Youth volleyball tournament showcasing the strength of youth volleyball across borders with international participation and competitive games.
• Portugal Netball Festival Netball festival featuring teams from multiple countries with skill development, fun, and community engagement at its core.
• ESBA MaxiBasket Championship Algarve / Albufeira 2026 International veteran basketball championship co-organised with the European Seniors Basketball Association, bringing teams from Australia, USA, Ireland, Germany, Portugal, Lithuania and other countries to the Algarve region.

Quantifiable outcome

• 12,335 hotel nights generated in first half of 2025 alone
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Dove Men+CarecoreOthers · 12 April 2025Title sponsor of Portugal Rugby Youth Festival 2025. Provides financial support and brand association with the youth rugby event, including mental health awareness initiatives.
• SantanderminorOthers · 12 April 2025Prime sponsor of Portugal Rugby Youth Festival 2025, contributing to event funding and brand visibility.
• Joaquim Chaves SaúdeminorOthers · 12 April 2025Prime sponsor of Portugal Rugby Youth Festival 2025, healthcare partner providing health-related services and brand visibility.
• HondaminorOthers · 12 April 2025Prime sponsor of Portugal Rugby Youth Festival 2025, providing financial support and brand association.
• Portuguese Rugby FederationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 April 2025National governing body partnership providing certification for coaches' training courses and technical support for refereeing at the Portugal Rugby Youth Festival.
• GilbertminorOthers · 12 April 2025Event partner and rugby equipment supplier for Portugal Rugby Youth Festival 2025, providing balls and equipment for matches.
• Sociedade Ponto VerdeminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 April 2025Eco partner for sustainability initiatives, providing recycling bins and educational actions at the Portugal Rugby Youth Festival.
• ECO - Filtered WaterminorOthers · 12 April 2025Eco partner providing reusable water bottles and filtered water stations to reduce plastic waste at the Portugal Rugby Youth Festival.
• Rugby EuropecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRugby Europe is a key partner for the Portugal Rugby Youth Festival, providing official approval seal and officiating referees. The festival carries Rugby Europe approval, enhancing credibility and attracting international participation.
• Visit PortugalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial tourism partner supporting the promotion of Portugal as a sports tourism destination. Provides institutional backing for international events organized by Move Sports.
• BenficacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor Portuguese football club partnership providing access to training facilities and potential friendly match opportunities for visiting teams.
• PortocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor Portuguese football club partnership providing access to training facilities and potential friendly match opportunities for visiting teams.
• SportingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor Portuguese football club partnership providing access to training facilities and potential friendly match opportunities for visiting teams.
• Real MadridcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerElite Spanish football club partnership providing access to world-class training facilities and prestigious friendly match opportunities for visiting teams.
• BarcelonacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerElite Spanish football club partnership providing access to world-class training facilities and prestigious friendly match opportunities for visiting teams.
• IPDJminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstituto Português do Desporto e da Juventud - Portuguese government sports and youth institution providing institutional support for events.
• Fundação do DesportominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPortuguese Sports Foundation providing institutional support and endorsement for sports events organized by Move Sports.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Rugby Europe: Continental rugby governing body that sanctions and promotes European rugby events; not a commercial peer but a regulatory and approval-counterparty that shapes Move Sports' flagship rugby tournament.

Direct peers

• Heritage Sports Travel: UK sports tour operator organizing club and school tours to destinations across Europe with bundled accommodation, fixtures, and excursions; comparable end-to-end service model.
• TravSport: UK specialist travel company focused on sports team tours and tournament participation across Europe, offering end-to-end logistics similar to Move Sports' tour product.
• Sportsworld: UK-based sports travel and events company providing tours, tournaments, and hospitality packages to clubs, schools, and corporations across Europe and beyond.
• Magellan Sports: Portugal-based sports tour operator organizing training camps and tournament trips across the Iberian peninsula; closest geographic and product-line competitor to Move Sports.
• Tour de Force Rugby Tours: UK rugby-specific tour operator running youth and club rugby tours internationally; directly comparable in rugby tour product and youth festival-adjacent positioning.
• XL Sports Tours: US-based sports tour operator specializing in tournament travel, training camps, and team experiences across multiple sports; comparable business model and B2B customer base.
• Sporting Tours: UK-headquartered specialist in sports tours and tournament experiences for rugby, football, cricket, and netball; closely comparable customer segments and tour-package construct.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/move_sports
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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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