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Football Camp Chelsea FC Foundation – Bradfield
- Bradfield, England
- from 2850 €
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The Blues within reach from age 10: the Chelsea FC Foundation camp at Bradfield College, near Reading, is specifically designed for boys aged 10 to 13. Over 7 days and 6 nights on a full-board basis, young players train with Chelsea Foundation coaches in a stunning setting. Two options available: a 100% football programme (technique, small-sided games, matches) or a football + English lessons programme combining on-pitch development with language learning.
Sessions are available each week from late June to mid-August, with the option to combine two weeks. Looking For Soccer supports you through the entire process.
Price: from €2,800 – full board.
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- Football camp at one of England’s most prestigious private schools, Bradfield College
- Numerous modern, high-quality sports facilities
- Unforgettable excursions: a tour of Stamford Bridge stadium, a visit to London and its most iconic landmarks, and a trip to a theme park
- Accommodation of specific dietary requirements
Location
Bradfield College is a private school located in Berkshire, England, just a few minutes from the town of Reading.
Reading is approximately an hour from London and only 40 minutes from Heathrow Airport, making the campus highly accessible.
Founded in 1850, Bradfield College is renowned for its sports programme, particularly in football. The college frequently hosts football camps, providing young players with the opportunity to develop their skills in a professional environment.
These camps allow participants to benefit from high-quality training led by experienced coaches, while also enjoying the college’s state-of-the-art facilities.
Accommodation
During the football camps held at Bradfield College, participants enjoy comfortable accommodation within the college buildings.
Campers typically stay in single or shared rooms on campus, which is well-equipped and provides a pleasant environment to relax after training sessions. The facilities are modern, with spacious rooms and communal areas where young players can unwind and socialise. Additionally, Wi-Fi is available throughout the campus.
Participants benefit from these on-site facilities without needing to leave the campus, ensuring a smooth organisation of training sessions, group activities, and downtime.
In addition to the sports facilities, the college also provides on-site dining and accommodation. This ensures that all essential aspects of the camp are conveniently located in one place, offering a practical and well-organised experience.
The sporting Facilities
Catering and food
This football camp, including accommodation, provides three meals a day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner. These meals are balanced and varied to help participants recover and maintain the energy needed for their training sessions.
In addition, a snack is provided to ensure children have enough energy during physical activities.
If your child follows a vegetarian diet, this option is available. For any specific dietary requirements, these must be specified during registration and will be accommodated accordingly.
Safety and security
At this camp, all sports facilities, accommodation, and dining areas are located within the same area, allowing everything to be accessed on foot. This ensures optimal safety, as a dedicated team is present 24/7 to supervise the children within the campus and during excursions.
Parents can rest assured, knowing that their children are in a secure and well-monitored environment!
The camp program
The essentials
- Duration: 1 or 2 weeks at Bradfield College
- Accommodation: Separate residences for boys and girls
- Football Training: 24 hours of football training and matches
- Workshops or Classes: 8 hours of football workshops (100% Football) or 13 hours of English lessons (Football + English)
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided daily
- Training Kit: Official Chelsea FC Foundation Nike training kit
- Exclusive Experience: A training session at Chelsea FC’s official training centre
- Excursions: Visit to Stamford Bridge stadium and a tour of London
- Additional attractions for 2-week camps: a day at a theme park and the London Experience
- Coach Feedback: Performance reports from the coaches
- Certificate: Official camp completion certificate
- On-Site Laundry: Free laundry service provided
Training
Chelsea FC Camps offer two distinct programmes for young players:
- 100% Football: 24 hours of football and 8 hours of theoretical workshops with the Chelsea FC Foundation, focusing on key aspects of a professional player’s life, such as physical preparation, recovery, healthy lifestyle, and more.
- Football + English: 24 hours of football combined with 13 hours of English language lessons.
After selecting their programme, children are grouped by age and ability following an assessment carried out on the first morning. Coaches regularly adjust the groups throughout the week to ensure each child is training in an environment suited to their capabilities.
All children follow the same daily schedule, with two training sessions per day: one in the morning and one in the early evening. The only difference lies in the afternoon session: participants in the 100% Football programme will attend practical workshops and recovery sessions, while others will take English lessons.
Training sessions primarily focus on real match situations, encouraging each player to apply the skills they’ve developed during the week. Throughout the day, Chelsea FC coaches, along with guest speakers, provide young players with knowledge and insights into the world of professional football.
Over the camp of the week, coaches alternate technical drills with themed matches, allowing players to put into practice what they’ve learned in both training sessions and workshops.
Players develop through a combination of technical drills, challenges, and small-sided games. Younger players train in a fun and stimulating environment, while older players take part in high-intensity sessions focused on tactical and technical challenges. Every participant will leave with a better understanding of the game and increased confidence, in an international setting with players from all over the world.
Coaches and coaching method
The Chelsea FC camps offer two distinct programmes for young players:
- 100% Football: 24 hours of football training and 8 hours of theoretical workshops with the Chelsea FC Foundation, covering essential aspects of being a professional player, such as physical preparation, recovery, and lifestyle hygiene.
- Football + English: 24 hours of football combined with 13 hours of English language lessons.
After selecting their programme, children are grouped by age and ability following a test on the first morning. Coaches regularly adjust the groups throughout the week to ensure that each child is in a group that matches their skill level.
All children follow the same schedule, with two training sessions per day: one in the morning and one in the early evening. The only difference is the afternoon session: participants in the 100% Football programme will have practical workshops and recovery sessions, while those in the Football + English programme will attend English lessons.
The sessions mainly focus on real-game situations, encouraging each player to apply the skills developed during the week. Throughout the day, Chelsea FC coaches, along with external experts, provide young players with knowledge and perspectives from the professional football world.
During the week, coaches alternate between technical exercises and themed matches, allowing players to practice what they’ve learned both during training and workshops.
Players progress through a combination of technical exercises, challenges, and small games. Younger players train in a fun and stimulating environment, while older players take part in high-intensity sessions focusing on tactical and technical challenges. All participants will leave with a better understanding of the game, along with increased confidence, in an international setting with players from around the world.
Staff and activities
In addition to their role on the pitch, the coaches from the Chelsea FC Foundation are responsible for the well-being of the children on a daily basis.
Trips and days out
This camp not only offers the opportunity to train in an exceptional setting, but also provides unique experiences through unforgettable excursions!
All children will have the chance to train on Chelsea FC’s official training pitch, a memorable moment where they will step onto the same grass and use the facilities of the professional players.
They will also visit the famous Stamford Bridge stadium and its museum.
For those staying two weeks, two additional excursions are included: a sightseeing tour of London and a day at a theme park, adding a vital cultural dimension to this football experience.
Language Class
The English lessons are centred around sport, sparking students’ passion and promoting language learning in a fun and interactive environment.
Thanks to the CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) method, qualified teachers integrate English into dynamic lessons, where projects, discussions, and sports activities are at the heart of the teaching.
Students are supported in improving their verbal communication skills, discussing famous players, interviewing coaches, and writing and delivering their own commentary. English is spoken continuously throughout the camp, supported by teachers living on-site, creating a fully immersive learning environment.
Typical day
Practical information
The essentials
Arrival at the campus is on Monday. You can drop off your children between 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
Departure is on Sunday. If you wish to pick up your children, you can do so from 9:00 AM throughout the day.
- 1 ou 2 semaines au Bradfield College
- Filles et garçons dans des résidences séparées
- 24 heures d’entrainement de football et matchs
- 8 heure d’ateliers de football (100% Football) ou 13h de cours d’anglais (Football + Anglais)
- Repas matin, midi et soir
- Kit d’entraînement Nike du Chelsea FC Foundation
- Une séance au centre d’entrainement officiel du Chelsea FC
- Visite du stade de Stamford Bridge et visite de Londres
- Journée dans un Parc d’attractions et Londres expérience pour les stages de 2 semaines
- Reporting des coachs
- Certificat de fin de stage
- Lessive gratuite sur place
- Transport: Not included
- Pocket Money: To be provided by parents/guardians
- Personal Insurance: Must be arranged independentl
- Airport Transfers: Available from Gatwick and Heathrow airports (not included in the standard price)
- Extra Night: Option for additional overnight stay (subject to availability)
- Cancellation Insurance: Available for purchase (not included in the standard price)
Arrival
Arrival at the campus is on Monday. You can drop off your children between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
For those who have chosen the airport transfer option, arrival should be between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM
Departure
Departure is on Sunday. If you wish to pick up your children, you can do so from 9:00 AM throughout the day.
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