The Research Centre in Sports Science of the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos (CIDE) is a multidisciplinary research centre which conducts research and quality training in the field of Physical Activity and Sport Science.
The Centre offers consulting services and knowledge transfer, both to society, as well as to the business and associative network of the Physical Activity and Sport Sector.
The Centre has its headquarters in the Fuenlabrada Campus Stadium of the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, located at Camino del Molino, 5. 28942 Fuenlabrada (Madrid).
Physical Education, in the areas related to Physical Activity and Health, Sports Performance and Sports Education.
Vision and Mission:
The Mission of the Research Centre in Sports Science (CIDE) is specified in the following objectives/goals:
- To promote and develop innovative and quality research in the field of Physical Activity and Sport Science.
- To promote the generation of knowledge in the scientific community, based on research results obtained and published in scientific journals.
- To carry out the training of researchers, in cooperation with other national and international research centres.
- To develop specialized training programs for Sport Science professionals, contributing to the permanent updating of their knowledge and professional improvement.
- To promote the transfer of research results, in order to achieve an effective impact on the professional activity of Physical Trainers, Sports Directors and Physical Education Teachers, in the fields related to Physical Activity and Health, Sports Performance and Sports Education.
Structure:

Capabilities Report:
Our human team of experienced researchers and trainees, together with our laboratories and research resources, allow us to offer:
- Advanced scientific and technical consulting and advisory services.
- Evaluation and analysis
- Specialized training
For more information on how we can help your organization and/or project click here and access the CIDE Capacity Report.
Strategic Plan:
The Research Centre in Sports Science of the Rey Juan Carlos University (CIDE) has defined a Strategic Plan for its consolidation and development as a Research Unit of excellence based on 7 pillars of action.

For more information download the CIDE Strategic Plan document here.
