FOOTBALL ONLY

ARSENAL FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT IN PARTNERSHIP WITH EXSPORTISE

FOR PLAYERS (INC. Goalkeepers) aged 9 - 17

OUR MISSION

We believe that better people make better players. Our course is developed to equip young players with the necessary tools and skills to excel on and off the pitch. Every player matters to us, and they are at the heart of our approach.

Arsenal Football Development has designed a philosophy and training programme that recreates the experiences of Arsenal Academy players. The programme focuses on a range of skills and drills, tactics, match play, and other elements, including sports science, nutrition, physical conditioning, and building confidence. It allows boys and girls to enhance their football skills while learning to “Play the Arsenal Way”.

All Programmes are run in partnership with Exsportise Summer Schools.

THE ALL-DAY RESIDENTIAL PROGRAMME

Two boys playing football at an Arsenal camp.
Young boys practicing soccer on a grassy field with yellow training mannequins, led by coach during a training session.
Two girls playing football at an Arsenal camp.
A goalkeeper diving at an Arsenal camp.
A soccer coach with a blue and yellow shirt giving instructions to young players during a training session on a grassy field, with children wearing red jerseys and black shorts, and several soccer balls on the ground.
A player tackling another player in a football match.
A player taking a shot at goal during football practice.
A coach delivering a tactics session.
One on one skills session at an Arsenal camp.
A warm up drill for football.
An arsenal coach going through match tactics with the arsenal academy students at Exsportise

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

  • 30 hours of Football training, coaching, matches and workshops (6 hours per day, Monday to Friday)

  • Comprehensive Evening Entertainment Programme (TRUE ME)

  • Secure on-campus residential Accommodation

  • 3 meals a day and fresh fruit/snacks

  • 24/7 Player welfare (Welfare support staff)

  • Arsenal Football Development Certificate and Exsportise review

  • Arsenal Football Development shirt and medal

  • Standard Transfers Service (arrive Sunday, depart Saturday) from specific Airports & Eurostar St Pancras

  • Two-day excursion package to the Arsenal Emirates Stadium and Cultural City trip (2 week+ stays)

  • Travel Insurance

Arsenal Soccer student takes on a defender with the football

WORKSHOPS & REHABILITATION

Students participating in the Football-only option will attend workshops and analysis sessions to gain further insight into the life of a professional athlete.

These may include further sessions on:

  • Rehabilitation & Recovery

  • Patterns of play (Tactical analysis)

  • Counter-attacking and pressing (Tactical analysis)

  • Nutrition

  • Teamwork and goal setting

Beyond the pitch, players will learn the importance of recovery, strength & conditioning, and nutrition to manage the intensive programme and become true athletes.

Workshops are designed and delivered by Exsportise Academy Coaches, including UEFA Pro Licence holders, former professional players and current academy coaches.

An Arsenal Coach in navy kit gives a student in red, feedback on his football whilst they are on the side of the pitch with the sun out

PERFORMANCE & DEVELOPMENT

Arsenal Football Development’s coaching philosophy aligns with Exsportise's, providing holistic experiences and development. Through the training programme, players enhance all facets of their football, including physical, technical, tactical and psychological elements.

At the end of the week, an official end-of-course certificate is awarded to each player, contributing to their ongoing improvement in the game. Each player will receive verbal feedback from Arsenal Football Development's head coaches.

With participants from over 85+ countries, the camp provides a genuinely international football experience, fostering growth, English learning, the development of new friendships, and creating lasting memories for players.

Typical day at Exsportise arsenal camps: Wake up at 07:30, breakfast, then three hours of football, lunch, then another three hours of football, dinner, then evening entertainment and after that, bedtime

FOOTBALL ONLY VENUES

  • An old stone mansion with multiple towers and chimneys, set amidst a lush, well-maintained garden under a partly cloudy blue sky.

    Haileybury SCHOOL

    DATES: 05/07/2026 - 25/07/2026

    AGES: 9 - 15 YEARS

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  • A large historic stone church with Gothic architectural style, surrounded by green lawns, trees, and a curved pathway.

    OUNDLE SCHOOL

    DATES: 28/06/2026 - 25/07/2026

    AGES: 10 - 17 YEARS

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  • A large historic mansion surrounded by greenery in a lush, hilly landscape.

    SEAFORD COLLEGE

    DATES: 05/07/2026 - 8/08/2026

    AGES: 10 - 17 YEARS

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  • A large historic castle with multiple chimneys, surrounded by colorful blooming flowers and green lawns, under a clear sky.

    WORTH SCHOOL

    DATES: 28/06/2026 - 8/08/2026

    AGES: 9 - 16 YEARS

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