Chelsea FC Football Development Camp at Bradfield College

Course Description: Chelsea FC Football Development Camp at Bradfield College

COACHING

Players experience what it’s like to train with the World Champions, Chelsea Football Club, winners of the FIFA Club World Cup, 2-time European champions, and 5-time English Premier League champions. Training sessions are led by official Chelsea FC coaches and follow programmes inspired by the Academy curriculum.

The coaching curriculums are designed and delivered by Chelsea FC Football Development, one of the world’s leading football education programmes. All four camps provide players with an insight into life as a young Chelsea FC player, with coaches sharing insights into what it takes to compete at the highest level. On each camp, players are grouped by age and ability to ensure they get the best out of every training session.

Players can choose the Total Football option to focus fully on developing their game on and off the pitch, or the Football + English option to combine football training with improving their language skills.

Results

Grouped by age, young players improve their game under the guidance of Chelsea FC coaches, learning to master the skills and techniques for each position in a fun and engaging environment. The curriculum focuses on Chelsea’s fast, attacking style of Football, with each day inspired by a different Chelsea First Team player.

Player development is supported through drills, skills challenges, and small-sided games. They develop independence and build self-confidence on and off the pitch, whilst making new friends from around the world.

Football+English Option - English Classes

Classes focus on sport, harnessing students’ passion for the subject to promote language learning in a fun and interactive environment. Using the CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) model of English, qualified teachers infuse language learning into lively and active classes where sports-based projects, discussions and activities take centre stage. Teachers guide students to improve their verbal communication skills while discussing legendary players, interviewing coaches, or writing and speaking their own match commentary. Learning is supported by English teachers living on-site and English is spoken at all times throughout the camp, creating an immersive learning environment

What's Included Football+English

• Up to 24 hrs a week of coaching, games & workshops

• 13-14 hrs English language lessons a week

• Coaching with Chelsea FC

• On-site accommodation

• 3 meals a day and an evening snack

• Excursions

• Evening activities programme & players’ lounge

• Nike Football kit pack

• Individual coaching review and certificate

• English report to take home

• 24/7 welfare support staff 

• An airport shuttle service can be purchased for London Heathrow and Gatwick airports on arrival and departure dates.

Total Football Option - Workshops

Players taking the Total Sport option follow a series of workshops based on the DREAMS values. They are introduced to a range of topics designed to give a broader view and better understanding of athletic performance, and what it takes to succeed on and off the court. They also follow a series of recovery exercises, such as yoga, helping players manage the workload of training twice a day.

Workshop examples:

• Nutrition - Why what you eat and drink matters

• Respect - Creating a culture of trust and respect

• Elite Performance - What it takes to perform at the highest level

• Resilience - How to bounce back from difficult situations

• Goal Setting - Taking active steps to achieve your desired outcome

What's Included Total Football

• Up to 24 hrs a week of coaching, games & workshops

• Up to 8 hours of football workshops

• Coaching with Chelsea FC

• On-site accommodation

• 3 meals a day and an evening snack

• Excursions

• Evening activities programme & players’ lounge

• Nike Football kit pack

• Individual coaching review and certificate

• 24/7 welfare support staff

• An airport shuttle service can be purchased for London Heathrow and Gatwick airports on arrival and departure dates.

Venue - Bradfield College

Located in the heart of the beautiful Berkshire countryside, near London, Bradfield College is one of the country’s leading private schools, with a reputation for academic and sporting excellence. The College has impressive football facilities including ten grass pitches with state of-the-art under-soil drainage.

Bradfield provides the perfect facilities and setting for players to challenge themselves and develop their game in an international environment.

Facilities at Bradfield College

• 8 grass football pitches

• All-weather pitch

• Indoor sports hall

• Indoor swimming pool

• Players’ lounge with TV, table football and games consoles

• Free Wi-Fi

• On-site camp shop

• Laundry facilities

Accommodation

Players stay in boarding houses on campus based on age group, with boys and girls in separate houses. All houses have a communal players’ lounge for relaxing during downtime.

Some boarding houses have single bedrooms only. Where houses have shared bedrooms, we may be able to accommodate roomshare requests

Catering

3 meals a day and an evening snack, including vegetarian options. Most dietary requirements can be catered for with prior notice.

EXCURSIONS

• Chelsea FC Training Centre: Players spend the day training with their coaches and taking part in structured skills tests at Chelsea FC’s inspirational Training Centre. Exclusive to this camp, players gain a true insight into life as a professional player with Chelsea FC.

• Stamford Bridge: The trip to Chelsea FC’s iconic stadium in West London includes a behind-the-scenes tour and a visit to the museum where players can learn about the evolution of the club and the secrets to their long-term success.

• London: Players experience the sights of England’s capital city including the famous ‘Big Ben’ and Buckingham Palace, rounding the day off with the chance to do some shopping.

• Theme Park: There's something to suit everyone at one of England's top theme parks. Adrenaline junkies can ride rollercoasters that go from 0-80mph in under two seconds while those who prefer to keep their feet near the ground can enjoy smaller rides and traditional fairground activities.

Extra Program Information

• Pocket Money Advice: Regarding pocket money, while everything is covered in the camp, players can bring around £50 - £200 in a UK-activated credit/debit card for optional snacks on-camp and souvenirs during trips. This will be kept in the camp bank, except for small amounts for on-site snacks. Bringing spending money is optional.

• Extra nights: £285 not available at any venue before the first camp start date or after the final camp end date.

• 1:1 Pro Sessions: Led by a Chelsea FC coach, this personalised one-on-one training session gives players the focused attention they need to grow their game. Coaches design drills and provide feedback specifically for the individual, creating a learning environment where progress comes faster and confidence grows. Players will not only sharpen their skills but also gain insight into professional-level training methods, helping them take their game to the next level. A session costs £195.

• Airport Transfer Service: Available for children arriving/departing at Heathrow or Gatwick during specified times. Must be booked in advance.

• Arrival: For flights arriving 08:00 - 16:00 on Monday. Staff meet children in arrivals hall. Supervised transfer to camp venue, with potential short wait for other arrivals.

• Departure: For flights departing 11:00 - 18:00 on Sunday. Staff assist with airport check-in and coordinate with airline’s unaccompanied minor service if needed.

• £135.00 each way/£165 if with Unaccompanied Minor Service