The renowned tournament organizer, Eden Esports, has announced the launch of a free bootcamp program in Malta for teams from all around the world. We took the opportunity to take a sneak peek behind the scenes of this new esports training facility in Europe.
What bootcmaps are needed for in esports?
The value of bootcamps cannot be overstated. It's an integral part of any team's development on their journey to the big stage. But before players start to build chemistry and skills within the team, the organization has to worry about expenses, logistics, technical specifications, and even legal issues. Needless to say, this often comes at a high cost.
Therefore, specific companies in esports offer a turnkey solution to clubs. Now, Eden Esports is also entering this market.
In a conversation with bo3.gg, the COO of the company, Radko Dimitrov, discussed whether the new venture of Eden Esports has any goals apart from making a profit:
Apart from our esports endeavors, Eden Leisure Group, the owner of Eden Esports, is involved in various businesses in Malta. We offer services through our affiliated hotels, restaurants, and entertainment ventures, catering to a wide range of interests in the leisure and hospitality industry. Along with a 2,500 sq.m. arena where we host both our own and third-party events, such as the ESL Pro League, we integrate our services with the esports industry. Offering bootcamps is just a natural extension of this approach.
Naturally, we didn't miss the opportunity to ask about the cost of such an initiative, but the COO's response wasn't definitive.
The existing hotel infrastructure gave us an easy start, so one could say we didn't encounter any issues or significant expenses beyond the gaming setups themselves.
By the way, our reporter was assured that all the PCs at the Malta bootcamp are packed with the juiciest hardware on the market. Players of CS2, Dota 2, and other games will get the most comfortable conditions for training and competition with the INTEL® CORE™ i7-13700K processor and the PNY GEFORCE RTX® 4080 16GB XLR8 GAMING graphics card.
Why Malta?
When choosing a location for team training, location plays a key role, not just in terms of training facilities, but also their environment where players can relax and entertain themselves. It's undeniable that Malta attracts with its favorable climate and accessibility, providing ideal conditions for both training and leisure. Its geographical position within the European Union ensures excellent accessibility and connection to European cities, making Malta an appealing location for esports organizations.
In addition, support from the government and active participation in esports make this island an attractive place for players and organizations, offering them vast opportunities for development and competition.
There are already equipped bootcamps in Europe. Among the most sought-after are the RLG (Relog Media) bootcamp in Serbia and the Kinguin Esports Performance Center in Poland. These two companies are often the hosts for teams in Europe. Why should players choose Malta?
Poland and Serbia can offer great bootcamps in their own style. However, both destinations can hardly compete with what Malta has to offer outside the training facility. Located in the heart of the Mediterranean, Malta provides a perfect vacation-style training atmosphere. Players can take advantage of Malta's lovely climate and nightlife, having a memorable and pleasant time alongside their training sessions.
How does the free bootcamp work?
There are two packages available at different prices. Eden Esports aims to provide a top-tier experience regardless of the package chosen by the organization. Free bootcamps and complimentary airport transfers await everyone.
For teams to get the free bootcamp offered by Eden Esports, they need to meet certain criteria: players must book no less than 3 rooms exclusively through the designated contact person at Eden Esports and stay for at least 5 days. Note that booking rooms directly with the hotels or through other contacts does not grant access to the training facilities.
One of the main features you offer is a free bootcamp. What exactly do you mean by that? Is it just computers and chairs?
Access to the training room is provided for free when the team books accommodation in one of our hotels through us. Our bootcamp package includes two different options with accommodations in either a 5-star or 3-star hotel. While the specific services might differ between these options, the essentials remain unchanged. Our offer includes complimentary services such as airport transfers, daily breakfast, 24/7 access to your training room, and access to our on-site swimming pool. We aim to provide a comprehensive package ensuring a productive, comfortable, and convenient gaming experience during your stay.
In short, teams need to book a minimum of three rooms in the listed hotels for a period of at least five days, after which they will be provided with a bootcamp room for free. But it's crucial that the hotel bookings are made through the Eden Esports contact person.
You offer two bootcamp options with different hotels. Does the location of the actual bootcamp depend on the hotel chosen, or is it a separate facility?
Radko Dimitrov: “The bootcamp is located in the Intercontinental Hotel. However, both hotels are interconnected, ensuring seamless access to the bootcamp facility, even if the team opted for the other accommodation option.”
As a tournament operator, Eden Esports has chosen a rather amusing way to promote their bootcamp services. Almost every tournament they've held since 2022 offers winners a free week in Malta. But who has already taken advantage of their services?
Indeed, we've been delighted to host various esports teams and the winners of our competitions. In 2022, we enhanced the prize pool of 7 different tournaments with our bootcamp offers. Frequent visitors to our bootcamp are teams participating in the ESL Pro League. For them, it's an excellent way to acclimatize to the local environment before competitions or to have a pleasant stay afterwards.
Eden Esports hopes that bootcamps in Malta will become an integral part of every team's annual programs. Players are provided with top-tier training accommodations, and team owners can benefit from ready-made bootcamps at affordable prices. Malta, in turn, warmly welcomes new guests all year round.
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