RESIDENTIAL
EXPERIENCE
AF Global Academy offers an exclusive taster opportunity at our London-based academy and boarding school
Choose from Two Unique Residential Experiences
ELITE TRAINING CAMPS
Designed for individuals aged 12–18, our Elite Training Camps provide a first-hand introduction to elite football training, delivered through our distinct philosophy and expert coaching methods. Hosted during half-term breaks in a high-performance environment, these camps offer valuable insight into life within a professional-style academy
CULTURAL CAMPS
Created for large international groups, our Cultural Camps run during the Easter and Summer holidays. These camps combine elite football development with cultural exploration, giving players the chance to train, grow, and experience life in the UK
Why Join Our Elite Showcase Camps?
Scouting Opportunities
Our camps feature coaches from Category 1, 2, and 3 academies, who observe and evaluate each player’s ability. If a player meets the required level, we facilitate introductions to professional scouts and clubs
Scholarship Pathways
We collaborate with USA college recruitment teams and top UK independent football academies to identify players with scholarship potential
Professional Environment
Our camps replicate the structure and expectations of leading professional academies, hosted at some of the most respected football boarding schools in the UK
Comprehensive Development
Each camp includes technical, tactical, physical, and biopsychosocial development—aligned with our elite training philosophy. Players also attend a live match or stadium tour, gaining exclusive insight into the professional game
What’s Included?
Accommodation
Stay on our stunning boarding campus—one of the UK’s top residential football schools
Meals
Enjoy three nutritious meals per day, freshly prepared by our catering team
Daily Training
Train under the guidance of highly experienced coaches from elite UK academies
Showcase Fixture
Conclude the experience with a competitive match in front of professional scouts
Additional Perks
Weekly laundry service, evening activities, competitions, and an awards night to celebrate individual and team achievements
What Does a Typical Week Look Like?
| MORNING | AFTERNOON | EVENING | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FRIDAY | ARRIVAL & REGISTRATION | PRESENTATION | ||||
| SATURDAY | BREAKFAST | SPEED SCHOOL | LUNCH | SHOOTING COMPETITION | DINER | TABLE TENNIS |
| SUNDAY | BREAKFAST | INJURY PREVENTION | LUNCH | 1v1 TOURNAMENT | DINNER | HANDBALL |
| MONDAY | BREAKFAST | POWER WORK | LUNCH | SKILLS TEST COMPETITION | DINNER | FOOTBALL QUIZ |
| TUESDAY | BREAKFAST | FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENT | LUNCH | FIXTURE | DINNER | MOVIE NIGHT |
| WEDNESDAY | PRE MATCH WORKSHOP | RECOVERY SESSION | POST MATCH WORKSHOP | FOOTGOLF | DINNER | HYDRATION WORKSHOP |
| THURSDAY | BREAKFAST | TESTING COMPETITION | LUNCH | 3v3 TOURNAMENT | DINNER | VOLLEYBALL |
| FRIDAY | BREAKFAST | STRENGTH TRAINING | LUNCH | SHOWCASE MATCH | DINNER | BASKETBALL |
| SATURDAY | BREAKFAST | INJURY PREVENTION | LIVE MATCH or STADIUM TOUR | DINNER | DODGEBALL | |
| SUNDAY | BREAKFAST | SIGNOUT & DEPARTURE | ||||
Competitions
Be Your Best Competition
As part of the programme, we incorporate VR training technology to enhance cognitive skills such as awareness, decision-making, and game intelligence—a tool also used by Arsenal captain Martin Degaard. These interactive simulations prepare players for high-pressure, real-match scenarios, helping them gain a mental edge
aiScout Competition
Our camps feature the aiScout challenge, powered by a globally recognised talent ID platform used by leading football organisations. This tool enables players to:
Showcase their skills
Receive data-driven feedback
Get scouted by professional clubs
Develop a mindset of continuous improvement
