Our Manchester City Development Programme gives players aged between 9-13 the unique experience of training like a Manchester City Academy player.
About the programme
Through practical training sessions and interactive workshops, players will develop their football skills and confidence in a world-class learning environment.
From 1v1 situations up to 9v9 games, discover first-hand how Manchester City develops their players’ understanding, and how this is then transferred into game play.
Practical training sessions
Players will train at the renowned Etihad Campus, at the City Football Academy, in groups of sixteen or less. Delivered by UEFA qualified coaches, who follow the Manchester City playing philosophy and methodology, our junior football training sessions focus on the enjoyment of playing, instilling confidence and inspiring a real passion for the game. Specific topics that are taught include:
- Developing individual techniques
- Playing as a team and working together
- Mastering the ball
- Scoring goals
- Playing with style
- Dominating the game
- Understanding the Manchester City philosophy and how we play
football development programmes for boys and girls
Our Football Development Programme is ideal for boys and girls aged 9-13, who love football and want to master the fundamentals of the game.
Over 6 intensive days, players will develop their football skills and confidence through practical training sessions and interactive workshops at the Manchester City Football Academy.
*Minimum level of English for Development or Performance programmes is B1/Intermediate
COMBINATION: DEVELOPMENT and LANGUAGE
Want to improve your English? Combine your course with our football-themed language lessons! Select COMBINATION PROGRAMMES on the booking form.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN OUR FOOTBALL Development PROGRAMME?
Practical Football Training
15 hours of practical football training
Football Workshops
15 hours of football workshops
Exclusive Kit
Exclusive Manchester City Football Schools kit
Club content
Access to exclusive Club content
Programme certificate
End of programme certificate
Evaluation
Personal evaluation report
Closing Ceremony
Etihad Stadium closing ceremony
Stadium Tour
Etihad Stadium Tour
Exclusive
Evening activities
Meals
Full board meals
Accommodation
Daily transfers
Private daily coach transfers
player profile
We want players to get the most out of our Football Development Programme. We recommend that participants are:
- Enthusiastic and enjoy playing football
- Keen to learn new skills or build on their existing ability
- Interested in learning about how young Manchester City players train and play
- Eager to make friends and work in teams
- Able to speak and understand English to a level high enough to benefit from on/off-field instruction
FAQs
How long is the Football Development Programme?
Our Football Development Programme is 1 week long (5 nights).
Do I need to pay a deposit?
We do request a 20% deposit for our programmes. You can pay via bank transfer, PayPal or Flywire. The company’s bank details will be provided at the time of booking.
Will my child meet a professional player or be scouted by Manchester City?
While our programmes take place at the City Football Academy, where the Club’s professional teams train, we cannot guarantee that our players will meet any professionals or be scouted for professional teams.
Can I attend my child’s closing ceremony?
Of course! Parents are invited to attend this session and will be asked to email info@bscyoungleaners.com nearer the time, to reserve their place.
BOOK YOUR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME NOW
Select your date of birth and then “DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES” to start your booking. If you are an agent, please use our Agents Booking page.