Atlanta, September 30, 2025
News Summary
Atlanta United has inaugurated a $25 million expansion at the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Training Ground, nearly doubling the facility’s size to 50,000 square feet. This investment brings the total to over $90 million, enhancing soccer operations, player health, and media capabilities. Key features include an Emory Healthcare Studio, expanded gym space, and more resources for both the First Team and Academy players. Future renovations are planned for improved therapy and training facilities.
Atlanta — Atlanta United has officially inaugurated a $25 million expansion at the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Training Ground during a ribbon-cutting ceremony. This expansion nearly doubles the facility’s size to 50,000 square feet, bringing the total investment in the facility to over $90 million.
The recent enhancement includes the new Emory Healthcare Studio, which is designed to improve the club’s soccer operations and media capabilities also. The expansion reflects the club’s ongoing commitment to prioritizing player health and wellness, youth development, and enhancing resources for the front office.
Key features of the expansion are more designated training space for both the First Team and Atlanta United 2 and Academy players, including an additional 4,000 square foot gym. The Emory Healthcare Studio will facilitate multi-camera shoots, live match coverage, analysis, and other multimedia productions. Adjacent to this studio is Studio 5, primarily dedicated to photography and multimedia projects, featuring a mini halo board akin to the one at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Other facilities include an indoor press conference room, office space for academy administrators, and various conference rooms.
Atlanta United has also planned a second phase of renovations to further enhance resources, including increased therapy treatment space, a hydrotherapy room, and hyperbaric chambers for First Team players. The facility is designed to accommodate more than 100 workspaces for front office staff, aiding in operational efficiency.
With close to 500,000 square feet of playing surface, the Training Ground features six full-length fields. The renovation project was overseen by IMPACT Development Management, with architectural design by Rule Joy Trammell + Rubio (RJTR) and construction handled by Whiting-Turner.
Executives noted that the training facility’s design will enable Atlanta United to host international teams during future events, such as the FIFA 2026 World Cup. Specifically, Dimitrios Efstathiou, Vice President of Strategy, revealed that several international federations have already expressed interest in utilizing the Training Ground.
The expansion ultimately aims to provide a “best-in-class” environment for players, associates, fans, and community partners. The partnership with Emory Healthcare further highlights the clubs’ pledge to innovation and enhancement of player wellness. All speakers at the ribbon-cutting ceremony expressed gratitude towards the collaborators who contributed to making the expansion a reality.
In conclusion, this initiative echoes Atlanta United’s dedicated effort to transform the city into a soccer epicenter in North America.
FAQ
What was the cost of the expansion at the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Training Ground?
The cost of the expansion is $25 million.
What is the new total investment in the facility?
The new total investment in the facility exceeds $90 million.
How much does the expansion increase the facility’s size?
The expansion nearly doubles the facility’s size to 50,000 square feet.
What key areas does the expansion focus on?
The expansion focuses on first team player health and wellness, youth development, and front office resources.
Key Features of the Expansion
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Expansion Cost | $25 million |
| New Facility Size | 50,000 square feet |
| Total Investment | $90 million+ |
| Emory Healthcare Studio | Enhanced media capabilities |
| Additional Gym Size | 4,000 square feet |
| Indoor Press Conference Room | Yes |
| Planned Second Phase Enhancements | Increased therapy treatment space, hydrotherapy room, hyperbaric chambers |
| Number of Fields | Six full-length fields |
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Additional Resources
- MLS Soccer: Atlanta United Expansion
- Wikipedia: Atlanta United FC
- Sports Business Journal: Atlanta United Expansion
- Google Search: Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Training Ground
- AJC: Atlanta United Training Ground Expansion
- Google Scholar: Atlanta United FC
- WSB: Atlanta United Expansion Unveiling
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Soccer
- Atlanta News First: Atlanta United Expansion Announcement
- Google News: Atlanta United Training Ground
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