Running from Sunday this week in Dubai, it’s a chance for youngsters, aged between four and 14, to learn the basics and develop their skills under the guidance of fully qualified coaches.
Since launching in 2004, IFA has gone from strength to strength and is now one of the best football academies in the UAE. Previous camps have been a huge success and this week’s is set to be no different.
“With over a decade of experience in the region, IFA Sport is the largest grassroots independent sports academy in the UAE with a brand vision to help more kids get more out of sport,” said Tommy Wingrove, technical director at IFA Sport.
“We have been offering holiday camps throughout the year, working with over 1,000 players at various venues.”
He added: “Our football camps are designed to give players the opportunity to progressively develop their football skills in a fun and positive environment. During the camps, they will learn about all areas of the game under the tutelage of the vastly experienced UEFA qualified coaching team.”
“Each day focuses on a different aspect of football with daily themes such as ‘Beat Your Man’ and ‘Take Your Chance’.”
“Players then have the chance to test their skills in structured mini-tournaments as well as undertaking a series of Skills Challenges, receiving comprehensive performance reviews at the end of the week.”
Parents have the option of choosing from two venues with daily registration also available. All Star Sports in Al Barsha will host the camp from Sunday to Thursday, while Emirates International School, Meadows will be another venue from Tuesday to Thursday.
Camps run from 09:00 to 12:00 with prices costing Dh125 per day or Dh500 for the full five days.
Wingrove insists there’s plenty of positives for parents to sign up their children.
“Our camps have become an integral part of our development programme,” he said.
“Players of all ages and abilities have the opportunity to take part in structured coaching sessions designed to challenge and inspire players to improve their game whilst having lots of fun.”
“It also introduces them to the IFA philosophy and provides an excellent platform to recruit players for our advanced Premier and Adastra squads.”