2027 Arsenal Summer Soccer Camps UK Locations & Camp Details

Check-in in person is on Sunday afternoons from 14:30 (2:30pm) – 16:30 (4:30pm) and check-out is on Saturday mornings from 09:00 am – 11:00 am.

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Seaford College offers inspiring summer programmes in the heart of the English countryside with high-quality sports facilities. Close to London and Brighton, our Seaford campus is ideal for students aged 10-17, who can unlock new skills and pursue their passion in a beautiful and secure location.

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Worth School offers dynamic summer school programmes set amidst the beautiful Sussex countryside, under an hour from Central London. The campus combines high-quality sports and learning facilities and is perfect for students aged 9-16 to explore new interests, enhance their skills, and enjoy a secure and inspiring environment.

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Oundle School offers industry-leading English and sports summer programmes at one of Britain’s most prestigious boarding schools, known for its academic excellence and elite facilities. Situated in the charming market town of Oundle, often likened to a smaller version of Oxford due to its stunning architecture, our unique campus is ideal for students aged 10 to 17.

As our only city campus, it is unique in that it can offer students autonomy with regular trips into town (supervised) and personal expression through an experience of a campus environment similar to that of a university.

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Haileybury School offers a high-performance Arsenal Football Development (FD) summer camp at one of the UK’s most prestigious independent schools, known for its academic heritage and elite sports facilities. Situated in the secure and picturesque countryside of North London, Haileybury combines the traditional charm of a British boarding school with a dynamic and modern environment, ideal for boys aged 9 to 15.

During their time at Haileybury, boys participate in an intensive football program designed to enhance both their technical skills and character development. With high-level coaching, they build lasting friendships with fellow players from around the world and enjoy an unforgettable summer experience rooted in sport, teamwork, and personal growth.

Due to its elite facilities, Haileybury is often used by many Premier League Football Academies, including that of Arsenal FC, to train some of the junior gunners and play matches against other academies.

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Camp check-in is on Sunday afternoons from 14:30 (2:30pm) – 16:30 (4:30pm)  and check-out is on Saturday mornings from 09:00 am – 11:00 am.

Field Player training and goalkeeper training is available for all of the sessions at each location. Goalkeeper training will consist of a half day of goalkeeper training daily during the week.

Students participating in the Football-only option will attend workshops, analysis sessions and technical training 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

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

On occasion (given dates & availability) and organised by the camp, players will have the opportunity to be selected to play against a local opposition football team.

Young player in a red Arsenal bib strikes a ball past yellow free-kick mannequins as a coach watches at an Arsenal soccer camp in England

Coaching, Workshops and Philosophy


Match Preparation

Psychology

Injury Prevention

Sports Nutrition



At the heart of the residential Football summer camp programme is the Strong Young Gunner model, focusing on four key areas: becoming effective team players, efficient movers, lifelong learners, and developing a champion mentality.

The experienced Arsenal coaching team are trained to adapt the programme to each age group and ability level, meaning every player is challenged at the right pace and builds confidence. Through tailored drills, small-sided games, and match play in ability groups, students learn and progress in the same techniques, skills and Game IQ taught at Arsenal’s world-renowned Hale End Academy. At all of our camps, boys and girls (Worth) will train together according to their age, physicality and ability.

Performance and Development

Through a high-quality soccer training experience, players can improve all aspects of their game, including physical, technical, tactical and psychological elements. They will leave the summer football camp feeling inspired not only to be better players but also better people, and to follow in the footsteps of academy players.

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

With participants from over 85 countries, our soccer summer camp offers a truly international football experience, fostering growth, the development of new friendships and creating lasting memories for players.

2027 Arsenal football camps typical daily schedule description

GOALKEEPERS Age Group (9 to 17 Years Old):

Goalkeeper training is available for all sessions at each location. The goalkeeper training option consists of a couple of hours of goalkeeper training daily during the week (after that goalkeeper will be involved in group and game training situations).

Goalkeepers joining the summer football camp immerse themselves into the life of a professional goalkeeper with daily sessions focusing on all aspects of the position.

Football classes and coaching sessions cover goalkeeping techniques from footwork and handling, positioning, diving saves, possession support and distribution, 1 v 1 and taking crosses.

The Arsenal Football Club International Academy goalkeeper coaching syllabus also develops the physical and psychological characteristics that are required to make an effective modern-day goalkeeper.

The goalkeeping camp is a fantastic event that any keeper will remember forever.

Young goalkeeper in a red Arsenal bib dives low to save a ball in front of the goal at an Arsenal football camp in England

Girls training (coed) at Worth:

At the camp, girls are coached and train with boys and girls together based on their skill level and motivation. We have seen how
this builds confidence, creates a mutually beneficial atmosphere, breaks down age and cultural barriers whilst enhancing performance and enjoyment levels for everyone involved.

Girls in red Arsenal bibs dribble soccer balls through yellow slalom poles at an Arsenal soccer camp in England

Arsenal Summer Soccer Camps UK Football Development Coaches:

Arsenal Football Development Head Coaches are UEFA qualified and all other coaches hold a minimum of a UEFA licence coaching qualification along with the English Football Association Youth coaching certification. There is a rigorous selection process and only a small percentage of coaches make it through to becoming an Arsenal Football Development Coach. All successful coaches undergo internal club training as well which gives them the knowledge and understanding of how to implement the Arsenal Football Development Philosophy and Playing the Arsenal Way. The coaches’ training continues with the club as they participate in continuous professional development events, improving their skills at conducting sessions and developing youth players’ talents in The Arsenal Way.

Coach in grey Arsenal training kit demonstrates a movement drill between yellow poles as players in red watch at an Arsenal soccer camp in England

The Camp ethos is learning by experiencing so, depending on an individual’s level of English and language goals, students can choose from the following two options:

Football all day:

English Language Option:

The programs are overseen by Arsenal Football Development Head Coaches and a team of accomplished assistant coaches. All camp staff are police checked and have received Child Protection training with many staff members returning year after year to Exsportise.

Overall staff to student ratio on campus is 1:4.

Average soccer coaching ratio is 1:10/12.

All staff are residential and live on site, sleeping in the same houses as the campers. Each student is allocated a House Parent and a Welfare Staff member upon arrival, who will take care of their welfare and happiness for the duration of their stay.

Each venue has Medical Officer, as well as trained First Aiders, and is within easy reach of hospitals and medical centres. It is important that the camp receives accurate medical information before camp.

Nationality Mix:

Exsportise welcomes students from all over the world although limits the number of students from any one country at any one course. This ensures that the courses are multi-national and include native speaking English children too. Exsportise do try their best to accommodate all room share and non-room share requests.

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Excursions

WEEKEND ACTIVITIES ONLY FOR CAMPERS STAYING TWO CONSECUTIVE WEEKS (NOT AVAILABLE FOR CAMPERS STAYING ONE WEEK)

Campers staying two consecutive weeks will be offered two full day excursions during the weekend between the two sessions. (options for 1 week participants to purchase Arsenal Emirates Stadium Saturday excursion).

One excursion, on Sunday, is either a visit to a nearby city of historical and cultural significance such as London, Oxford or Cambridge or a visit to a theme park/other attraction such as THORPE PARK or Chessington World of Adventures while the second excursion, on Saturday, is a visit to the home of Arsenal Football Club – The Emirates Stadium.

One of the highlights of the camp for campers staying two consecutive weeks is a visit to the home of Arsenal Football Club – The Emirates Stadium in London. Campers will be taken on Arsenal’s new state of the art audio-visual tour where a host of Arsenal stars share their match-day experiences. Campers will get to explore behind-the-scenes, take their place in the changing room, listen to the roar of the crowd and walk down the tunnel. The tour will also include a trip to the spectacular interactive Arsenal Museum. Campers will also get the opportunity to visit the Arsenal store.

Please note that in some exceptional circumstances, England soccer clubs close their stadia in the summer months with very little notice and therefore exact destinations and availability may need to change without prior warning.

All excursions are fully supervised by the camp staff. Packed lunches will be provided on the day of the excursion.

Social Activities

Embrace Cultural Diversity: Students immerse themselves in the wonders of International Night, where the camp celebrate different cultures with international music, dances, and cuisines. It’s a chance for students to make friends from all over the world and expand their cultural horizons.

Thrills and Excitement: Students join in the excitement talent shows, ice-breakers, energetic team games, festivals and challenge nights

Showcase of Creativity: Students are captivated by the extraordinary talents of the camp Music and Dance students as they put on a dazzling showcase that will leave them with a sense of pride and amazement.

The Clubhouse – Students’ Social Haven: During free time, students can visit the Clubhouse – a vibrant indoor and outdoor space where students can unwind, socialise, and chat with friends in a relaxed atmosphere.

Arsenal Football Development Summer Schools visit at Arsenal Emirates Stadium in London