Manchester City Camps Location and training sites England

Check-in in person is on Sunday afternoons between 12:00noon (12:00pm) and 16:00 (4:00pm) at a Manchester University campus and Self Check-out is on Friday afternoons after the closing ceremony ending around 16:00 (4:00pm) at Etihad Stadium.

Connell College will be your main base throughout the programme during the day, where you will start and end each day with a Daily Team Talk, participate in classroom activities, and eat lunch with your teammates. This new, bright and modern college at the heart of the Etihad Campus is located next to the Academy pitches. A high quality learning environment with changing rooms that lead directly onto the pitches, the college is also used by a number of Manchester City Football Club’s youth players throughout the year, adding to the authenticity of the experience.

For accommodations, you will stay in high quality, single en-suite rooms at a Manchester University Campus (final details to come soon), a coach ride away from the City Football Academy.

Please note:

Accommodations at a Manchester University (details to come soon)

All players will stay in a high quality university accommodation at a Manchester University Campus. The University has a dedicated, first-aid trained security team available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including:

Overview: Single rooms with private bathroom
Transport: Daily coach transfer provided between residence and training facilities as well as for weekend excursions
Residence Type: University residence
Room Type: Single
Bathroom: Private Bathroom
Meal: Full-board included (breakfast and dinner provided at the residence; lunch provided at Connell College; packed lunches provided on weekend excursions (2 weeks stay Language and Next Gen); special meals additional fees, please check the Camp Questions page.
Facilities: Free high-speed Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception and on-site security, Secure entry and CCTV, Pay-as-you-go laundry facilities, Free laundry service for football training kit only, Weekly room cleaning, Bedding, linen and towels provided.

City Football Academy Campus in Manchester

The programs will take place in the Etihad Campus at Manchester City’s professional training grounds, the City Football Academy.
The City Football Academy training facility is shared by Manchester City’s First Team, Women’s Team, and Academy teams.
The City Football Academy is a state-of-the-art football training facility set in the heart of the Etihad Campus. Players will have access to a range of facilities including the Academy fields and the full-size indoor field at the City Football Academy.
Players on the Performance Program from 14 to 17 years old will also get the unique opportunity to experience the facilities at the MIHP (Manchester Institute of Health & Performance), an elite high-performance facility designed to develop athletes from all sports and frequently used by Manchester City players.

Manchester City Football Performance Details: (14 – 17 years old, Boys sessions and Girls sessions)

30 Hours of Coaching & Workshops per week with City Football Coaches

Manchester City Football Development Details: (9 – 13 years old, Junior Boys sessions and Junior Girls sessions)

Development Programme gives players aged between 9-13 the unique experience of training like a Manchester City Academy player.
Through practical training sessions and interactive workshops, players will develop their football skills and confidence in a world-class learning environment.
From 1v1 situations up to 9v9 games, discover first hand how Manchester City develops their players’ understanding, and how this is then transferred into game play.
Program Includes:
Individual development
Introduction to nutrition
Importance of wellbeing
Use of technology within the game

(9 - 17 years old Boys, 1 and 2 weeks sessions; 9 - 17 years old Girls, 2 weeks session only)

Want to improve your performance on the field and develop your communication skills?
Manchester City Football Language Programme sees players gain a mixture of practical on-field training and English language lessons. Using realistic game scenarios, The camp coaches work on both your individual techniques and game play, giving players a better understanding of how
Manchester City play ‘Beautiful Football’.

Players will be allocated into groups according to their level of English, their level of soccer, and their age.

Delivered by City Football Schools coaches who are experienced in Manchester City’s philosophy and methodology, soccer training sessions will provide an authentic insight into how Manchester City players train on a daily basis.

Players will receive 15 hours per week of soccer coaching throughout the program, where coaches will continually integrate and reinforce learning both on and off the field.

During English Language sessions, all players put their skills into practice in creative football themed activities, such as:

In the evenings players can relax with friends in social activities at the residence, such as games nights and sports nights.

Campers will go on a tour of Etihad Stadium. During the weekend for the two week Soccer and Language campers, they will also go on a trip to the National Football Museum and have another excursion.

Parents are invited to the Etihad Campus!

Parents are welcome to attend the Closing Ceremony at Etihad Stadium at the end of camp on Friday! (details available before summer sessions start)

SOCCER COACHES:

Football programs are delivered by an exceptionally friendly, highly qualified, and caring team of coaches. As well as being UEFA qualified, thorough background checks are conducted on all coaches (this is also the case for on-site and residential staff).

All coaches are internally trained in the Club’s philosophy and methodology, are DBS checked (Disclosure and Barring Service), are Emergency Aid qualified, and hold the FA Safeguarding Children award (trained to promote best practice in protecting young people).

At Manchester City Football School, they strive to make their camp players’ time here a fun, inspirational and memorable one. At the same time, they make every effort to keeping them safe during your stay. They do this by implementing the following measures:

A dedicated on-site team
24-hour supervision by caring and approachable staff
Secure training and residential facilities (Etihad Campus has perimeter fencing and CCTV, whilst the residence has 24/7 security)
16:1 staff to student ratios during coaching sessions
10-12:1 staff to student ratios at the residence
Trained first-aiders on-site
Full police background checks on all staff
Female staff are available for the girl’s programs
A dedicated Welfare Manager and Center Manager
Airport meet and greet service is available at an extra cost

At Manchester City Football School, they are dedicated to providing programmes that are fun, inspiring, and memorable — but most importantly, safe. The wellbeing of every child in their care is at the heart of everything they do. They are committed to ensuring that all participants feel secure, supported, and free from the risk of harm. Safeguarding is a core responsibility of the Club, and they take pride in creating a positive environment where every young person can thrive with confidence.

The safety and wellbeing of the players is their number one priority. their caring, qualified team is always on site and has extensive experience working with young people.

WELCOME TO NEXT GEN MAN CITY 2026

Building on the success of our 2025 programme, Next Gen Man City returns with a sharper focus and an even greater commitment to developing the next generation of leaders in sport and business.

Created by the Manchester City Sports Business School, this summer experience offers students aged 14–17 a rare opportunity to learn how the global sports industry really works, inside one of the world’s most successful football organisations.

Students will explore how clubs, brands, and athletes connect with millions of fans worldwide through strategy, creativity, and innovation.
Delivered at the Etihad Campus in Manchester, home of the Manchester City first team, the program blends real-world learning with social and cultural experiences. From interactive workshops to behind-the-scenes access and team challenges, participants will gain practical insight, confidence, and friendships that last well beyond the summer.

This is more than a course, it’s a gateway into the global game, designed to inspire ambition, build leadership skills, and strengthen every student’s future education and career journey.

Next Gen Man City is more than a summer programme, it’s a launchpad for future leaders in sport and business. Delivered by Manchester City Sports Business School, it combines world-class education, global friendships, and authentic access to one of football’s most innovative clubs.
Learn, connect, and take your next step with confidence.