MANCHESTER UNITED SOCCER SCHOOLS

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND

(Boys 8 - 16 year old)
(Senior Goalkeeper and Youth 16 - 18 year old)
(Girls 8 - 18 year old)

Soccer Camp Since 1999

Boys and Girls

Manchester United Soccer Schools in England

Congratulations Manchester United 2008 Club World Cup Champions

INTRODUCTION:

Live, Train and Play the United Way!

Exciting, high-quality attacking football is a vision shared and taught by all coaches at Manchester United... from the first team to the Academy sides.

In 2009, Manchester United Soccer Schools is celebrating 10 years of operations and thousands of participants over a decade of MU way soccer coaching.

Manchester United Soccer Schools courses are an intensive soccer learning experience attended annually by 1,400 players from over 75 countries. Every player will be given a fascinating insight into how Manchester United Football Club prepare their youngsters so that they reach their optimum level performance.

During your stay with Manchester United Soccer Schools, you'll be given the opportunity to experience the Theatre of Dreams, Old Trafford Manchester United Stadium, the Manchester United Megastore and the Manchester United interactive Museum (Friday).

Man Utd Soccer Schools has designed soccer courses to meet the developmental needs of young players across the following age groups:

Junior: 8 - 11 year olds

Senior: 12 - 16 year olds

Youth Player: 16 - 18 year olds

Girls Only: 8 - 18 year olds

Goalkeeper: 8 - 16 year olds

Youth Goalkeeper: 16 - 18 year olds

Every six day course will be delivered using the Manchester United Soccer Schools Development Model with top of the line Equipment

Manchester United Soccer Schools is delighted to be able to hold the Closing Presentation Ceremony the famous Old Trafford Stadium, Manchester each Friday.

The Manchester United Soccer Schools World Skills Final

Ever wanted to play at Old Trafford?

Each Manchester United Soccer Schools participant will have a shot at it

Compete in one of the Manchester United Soccer Schools skills tests and you could be walking out in front of 76,000 fans. On every Manchester United Soccer Schools Coaching Course you will take part in a number of unique skills tests. Designed using the club's coaches and players, these tests are specifically tailored so all participants, regardless of age, can compete on level terms.

One player from each Manchester United Soccer Schools course will be selected to compete in the World Skills Final which will be held at Manchester United Stadium Old Trafford during a Manchester United game (around October / November).

(2008 winners during half time of the Manchester United vs. Hull game with Sir Bobby Charlton)

During the World Skill Final, you will be given the opportunity to win:

A trip to a ‘Top International’ Soccer School or;

A one-week visit to the Manchester United Soccer Schools Residential Course or;

Manchester United home shirt signed by first team squad members

CAMP SITE:

Manchester United Soccer Schools residential facility is located at Denstone College (Access Map), south of Manchester, it has been carefully selected to cater for the needs of individual and team players visiting from throughout the UK or anywhere overseas. Set in 100 acres of beautiful countryside, Denstone College is a safe and secure location boasts 7 full size grass pitches, 1 floodlit all weather pitch, an indoor sports hall, a swimming pool, tennis courts and a golf course.

Manchester United Soccer Schools students will be accommodated in the residences on site. Rooms are from twin (Senior and Youth) or Quad (Junior and Girls) to 16 in a dormitories, with ample toilet and individual shower facilities on each corridor. Rooms are lockable. Bed linen is provided. Three cooked meals are provided each day with a choice of menu always being available.

CAMP DAILY ACTIVITIES:

The course focuses on the technical, tactical, physical, mental and social elements of the game, developing players as individuals within 1v1 situations, as well as gaining an understanding of working as a team both in defensive and attacking situations. The course focuses on positional sense, communication, handling, footwork, distribution, crosses, organizational skills, kicking, agility and flexibility.

YOUTH PLAYER TRAINING COURSE: 16-18 year olds

An advanced, intensive course gives older players a valuable insight into the opportunities that arise by staying in the game. As well as experiencing how Manchester United prepare their youth players for that next step, MUSS staff help the players create a vision of how they can progress within the game and the opportunities in football such as coaching, sports science and nutrition.

SENIOR PLAYER TRAINING COURSE: 12-16 year olds

An intensive course designed to take the players to the next level by improving their technique but also developing their understanding of team shape, defensive responsibilities and attacking principles using the Manchester United philosophy.

JUNIOR PLAYER TRAINING COURSE: 8-11 year olds

This focuses on teaching the fundamental techniques of the game and showing players how to master these skills. Tailor-made for junior players with a fun and friendly atmosphere, players live and breathe the game for a week. Players will learn how to practice like their United heroes.

GIRLS TRAINING COURSE: 8-18 year olds

Girls from all over the world can enjoy taking their soccer development to a new level. The course focuses on the technical, tactical, physical, mental and social elements of the game and follows the fundamental elements of Manchester United coaching philosophy. This course will help girls striving to reach their peak performance.

GOALKEEPER TRAINING COURSES: 8 - 18 year olds

The goalkeeper courses focus on the technical, tactical, physical, mental and social elements of the game, developing players as individuals within 1v1 situations, as well as gaining an understanding of working as a team both in defensive and attacking situations. The sessions look at positional sense, communication, handling, footwork, distribution, crosses, organizational skills, kicking, agility and flexibility.

There will be a Junior Goalkeeper session (8-11) and Senior Goalkeeper session (12-16): August 9 - 14 and a Youth Goalkeeper session (16-18): July 12 - 17

The ratio Staff / Players is about 1/12-15

Click here for 1 week Typical session schedule

Click here for Manchester United Soccer Schools FAQ

CAMPS DATES:

AVAILABILITY

(Open)

(Some Capacity)

(Full)

Manchester United Soccer Schools sessions:

Junior Boys: 8 - 11 year olds

Senior Boys: 12 - 16 year olds

Youth Player Boys: 16 - 18 year olds

Girls Only: 8 - 18 year olds

Goalkeeper Boys: 8 - 16 year olds

Youth Goalkeeper Boys: 16 - 18 year olds

2009 Dates
Session 1 (Junior - Senior) (Youth Goalkeeper) (Youth Player)	Sunday July 12 - Friday July 17
Session 2 (Junior - Senior) (Youth Player)	Sunday July 19 - Friday July 24
Session 3 (Senior) (Girls)	Sunday July 26 - Friday July 31
Session 4 (Senior) (Girls)	Sunday August 2 - Friday August 7
Session 5 (Junior - Senior) (Goalkeeper 8-11) (Goalkeeper 12-16)	Sunday August 9 - Friday August 14
Session 6 (Junior - Senior)	Sunday August 16 - Friday August 21
Session 7 (Junior - Senior) (Youth Player)	Sunday August 23 - Friday August 28

Camp check-in Sundays afternoon

and

check-out on Fridays afternoon after 3pm Prizes presentations at Old Trafford Stadium (Manchester)

Camp maximum stay is Two (2) weeks
(Due to the physical demand of the training sessions)

CAMP PRICES:

2009 Prices

(8 to 18 year old)

(Prices do not include Airfare)

For 2 Weeks Stay, Use The Following Formula:

Price One Session + Price Weekend Stay + Price One Session

Camp maximum stay is Two (2) weeks
(Due to the physical demand of the training sessions)

Length of Stay

Price Per Person
(in US $ dollars)

6 days / 5 nights / Sunday - Friday

$ 1,195

Weekend Stay
(Friday night - Saturday night)
(for 2 weeks stay only)

$ 300

Round Trip Airport Transfer from
Manchester (MAN) Airport to Camp

(Flights Arrivals on Sundays between: 7:00 and 15:00)

(Flights Departures on Fridays between: 11:00 and 21:00)

$ 300

Your camp fee includes:

Full board accommodation
Three meals per day
Services of UEFA/FA qualified coaches using the Manchester United Soccer Schools Development Model
State of the art coaching equipment
All on site activities including swimming
Manchester United Soccer Schools giveaway pack including an exclusive player passport
Exclusive Manchester United Soccer Schools training kit (One t-shirt, One pair of shorts, One pair of socks, One rain jacket )
Staff presence 24 hours a day
Trip to Manchester United FC stadium (Old Trafford) for a Behind the scenes tour, visit of MU Megastore and interactive MU Museum (Friday)
Weekend excursions to Alton towers theme park, (for 2 weeks stays only)
Closing presentation at the famous Old Trafford stadium on Fridays
Each week's skills competition winner invited to the World Skills Final at Old Trafford stadium in Manchester during a MU game

Airport Transfer Information:

Manchester United Soccer Schools provides a negotiated transfer service from Manchester International (MAN) Airport to the residential facility. All transfers must be pre-arranged. After collecting their luggage, students proceed through customs. Students are then met by a representative of Manchester United Soccer Schools who will be displaying a large sign or have a camp T-shirt.

You will need to inform us in writing of the arrival and departure time and flight details as soon as possible.

On Arrival, flights need to arrive on Sundays between the hours of 7:00am and 3:00pm (15:00). No pick ups can be arranged for flights arriving outside this time period, parents will need to make arrangements outside this time frame with taxis or other private transportation company.

For departure on Fridays, flights need to depart between 11:00am and 9:00pm (21:00). (if you leave in the morning or midday you will miss the trophy presentation at Old Trafford stadium (ends at 4:00pm) but if you won any prizes during your stay they will be given to you before your departure.) No drop offs can be arranged for flights departing outside this time period, parents will need to make arrangements outside this time frame with taxis or other private transportation company.

It is of vital importance that all necessary flight details are sent to Soccer Camps International with the booking form or as soon as available. Manchester United Soccer Schools requires the exact flight information, including dates, airlines, flight numbers, arrival and departure terminal, and flight times.

Approximate Journey Time:

	Denstone
Manchester	1hr 10 minutes

All prices are per person and in US dollars. Prices & availability are subject to change without written notification and are not confirmed until full payment has been made.

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