player development centre of Raja-Oasis Sports Complex, was one of the first in the Maghreb that matched with international standards, and the first to adopt the "sport-study" system in Morocco. In 2021, it was chosen by the technical direction of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation as the best club training center in 2021. Much of the structure of the Oasis Complex has been relocated and adapted to the academy. To apply the club's strategy, the academy has 45 rooms spread over 4 buildings. Building A is dedicated to first team players, while buildings B, C and D are for U17, U19 and U21 teams respectively. There are also ten bedrooms for the staff. In February 2023, the center was hosting 384 young footballers of all ages, including 2 Ivorians and 1 Guinean. Sport and study In 1999, Raja was the first Moroccan club to offer to its young players, chosen after selection, a sporting and educational program in Raja-Oasis Sports Complex. This education was provided by the thanks to a partnership with the club. The first generation formed consisted of 26 selected players, aged between 16 and 17. They had six hours of lessons and two hours of training a day. During the school holidays, they had to follow two training sessions a day. In 2018, several agreements were signed with specialized establishments to ensure a quality school and sports project for the young athletes. Therefore, they benefit from a special status that allows them to practice football with flexible class schedule. They also benefit from permanent medical monitoring. Staff Budget At the beginning of construction, the expected cost (without the land cost) was estimated at 100 million dirhams. Gallery Notes References External links Academy Raja CA Raja CA Sports venues in Morocco Raja CA Buildings and structures in Casablanca Sport in Casablanca 2022 establishments in Morocco