Boys and girls can now train, develop and have fun where elite footballers are made, at the City Football Academy, while experiencing the Manchester City training and playing philosophy.
Any 5–14 year-old, all abilities, one world-class facility.
Programme Highlights
- Year round programme split in 3 courses: Autumn, Winter and Spring.
- Course 1, Autumn, starts in September and runs for 12 weeks, with 2 training sessions a week.
- All sessions delivered by established Manchester City Coaches, following the same philosophy used to develop City’s own players, delivered in a fun, positive and safe learning environment.
Fun, skills, and dreams start here.
What is included in the programme?
Courses have been designed to support the development of all players and will focus on:
- Learning the fundamentals of attacking play and defending.
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Developing confidence and creativity in 1v1 situations.
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Through a series of mini-games (3v3s, 4v4s…) improving understanding of the roles of players and the principles of formations and positions, preparing for 11v11 in future years.
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Have fun, learning how to make good decisions in realistic game situations, and what it means to work as a team and support each other.
How much does the City Football School cost?
Course prices are as follows:
Course 1: Autumn – 12 weeks / 24 training sessions (September to December ) - £435
Course 2: Winter – 12 weeks / 24 training sessions (January to April) - £435
Course 3: Spring – 11 weeks / 22 training sessions (April to July) - £399
This is the equivalent of £18 per session approx.
There is an additional fee of £60 for training kit, payable on registration for players’ first course (including Shirt, Shorts, 2x Pairs of Socks, Rain jacket and Tracksuit bottoms).
Kit purchase is optional for players who have attended a previous Young Player Development course at the City Football Academy this season.
Who are the courses aimed at?
Courses are aimed at players aged 5-12 years old, boys and girls, who enjoy playing football and are looking to improve their skills and game understanding.
All players should be physically able to participate in age-appropriate practical football training sessions.
For players with disabilities there are a number of initiatives delivered through City In The Community (CITC) where specialist staff will oversee more appropriate session content. Please visit mancity.com/community.
How will my child's progress be tracked?
All players will receive an evaluation at the end of each course detailing their progress and development areas.
The courses will focus on supporting the development of all players, regardless of ability, so that each child enjoys a positive learning experience.
For any player showing the potential to be selected to join other areas of the youth development sections of Manchester City (including Junior Academy, City Select, Regional Talent Club and Academy teams) this will be done in line with the Club and FA guidelines relating to scouting young players.
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