Manchester Football Academy
Developing elite footballers in the heart of one of the world's most renowned football cities
Manchester Football Academy
Our Manchester Academy is for students studying in the Manchester area and environs who wish to develop their football skills alongside their studies at the University. Most students who joined this academy are students studying at the University of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan University, the University of Salford, etc.
The football coaching session is focused on developing individual player tactical and technical skills. Our overall aim is to improve the players' team performance. Players also have access to play in weekly matches against professional, semi-professional, academy, and amateur teams.
The Manchester Area is a strategic location when it comes to the game of football. The city of Manchester is home to world-renowned clubs such as Manchester United FC, Manchester City FC, Bolton Wanderers FC, Stockport County FC, Wigan Athletic FC, Salford City FC, etc. This poses a unique opportunity for players to be exposed to professional football opportunities with these clubs.
Life in Manchester
Manchester is a renowned hub for sports in the UK, particularly famous for its football culture, with clubs like Manchester United and Manchester City leading the scene. The city offers a variety of sport-related activities including athletics, cycling, swimming, and indoor sports.
While Manchester's weather is often overcast and rainy, it typically has mild temperatures year-round, which allows for consistent training and outdoor sporting events, particularly during spring and summer.
Manchester hosts regional offices and partnerships with major sports brands such as Nike, Adidas, and Puma, offering roles for athletes ranging from brand ambassadorships to marketing and fitness consulting.
The city offers extensive train and tram-based transport options for reaching other cities, connecting to destinations like Liverpool, Birmingham, Sheffield, Leeds, Newcastle, Glasgow, and Edinburgh.
Training Ground
Platt Lane Sports Complex (Former Manchester City Training Ground) located in Fallowfield Manchester offers a variety of quality pitches, a fully equipped gym, cafe, changing room for both males and females, free parking etc.
Training Schedule
To avoid obstruction with players' study, the football training session is partly held on weekdays and every Saturday and Sunday of the week. Based on the player's study timetable and individual player development plan, another session, like fitness drill and match analysis, can be held during weekdays.
| MORNING | AFTERNOON | EVENING | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekdays | Classes | Classes | Football |
| Weekends | Football Training | Football Training | Free |
Player Development Plan
Every player will go through our rigorous football training routine anchored by our qualified UEFA coach. This will enhance the player's tactical, technical, Psychological, and social skills, enabling each player to acquire the necessary skills required to compete at both Professional and semi-professional levels.
Intake & Registration
January and September are our major intake periods. However, we are flexible with start dates.
Fees
| ACADEMY | FULL SEASON (36 WEEKS) |
|---|---|
| Manchester Football Academy | £12,950 |
| London Football Academy | £14,950 |
| Alicante Football Academy | £10,950 |
| Debrecen Football Academy | $7,950 |
What Fee Covers
1Football Training with FA-qualified Coach
Players will be trained by a highly qualified FA Coach to ensure that players develop the required skills to compete professionally.
2Individual Player Report
An individual Player Report is generated for each player, outlining the strengths and weaknesses of the player. This is an important document required by professional clubs for assessing the suitability of the player.
3Player Development Plan
The individual development plan will be created for each player in the first instance. This shows the development road map for each player. This is to ensure that each receives an appropriate development in the area of need while enhancing their strong areas.
4Football Trial with Pro Clubs
Players will be exposed to Pro football trials around the UK. These are both trials organized by the Professional Football Scouts Association, United Kingdom, well attended by Scouts of the Premier League all over the world and Pro clubs' in-house trials.
5Training Kits
Players receive training kits. However, each player is expected to provide their foot wears and, socks, and chin guard.
6Player Performance Analysis
Player performance and development are usually analyzed to ascertain the extent of progress and skill development. This regular evaluation always helps the coach to spot areas of weakness and strength of the player.
7Fitness Training
Physical strength and fitness are key elements of player development. Players are occasionally engaged in a supervised gym to ensure the development of physical and mental dexterity.
8Outdoor Exercise
Outdoor activities are an integral part of development and training activities that players are exposed to. Activities like mountain climbing, hiking, swimming, etc. are necessary for the all-around development of players.
9Sport Therapy/Nutrition
Each player receives medical and health advice from our seasoned professional Sport Therapist. Nutrition is also very important in keeping fit. Players are encouraged to stick to healthy nutrition.
10Match Analysis/Classroom teaching
Match Analysis is another way of reviewing the game and pointing out some faulty decisions in the game. Academy and friendly matches are analyzed and dissected so players can improve their knowledge of the game.
11League Club Tours
There is a regular visit to Premier League clubs around the UK, and tickets for matches are also provided for players.
12PFSA Football Trials
All players are taken to the Professional Football Scout Association Football Trial held in the Manchester and London area. Scouts from all over the UK league clubs and outside the United Kingdom, thus allowing each player to be scouted graze the trial.
Link with Pro Football Clubs
British AUC Sport connects with various UK and European league clubs, academies, and Scouts on a regular basis to ensure that our players have many opportunities and exposure to becoming professional footballers.
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