Nike Development Football Camp with Chelsea FC

Located in the heart of the beautiful Berkshire countryside, near London, Bradfield College is one of the country’s leading private schools, with a reputation for academic and sporting excellence. The College has impressive football facilities including eight grass pitches with state-of-the-art under-soil drainage.

Bradfield provides the perfect facilities and setting for players to challenge themselves and develop their game in an international environment.

• 8 grass football pitches
• All-weather pitch
• Indoor sports hall
• Indoor swimming pool
• Players’ lounge with TV, table football and games consoles
• Free Wi-Fi
• On-site camp shop
• Laundry facilities

Classes focus on football, harnessing students’ passion for the subject to promote language learning in a fun and interactive environment. Using the CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) model of English, qualified teachers infuse language learning into lively and active classes where sports-based projects, discussions and activities take centre stage.
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Teachers guide students to improve their verbal communication skills while discussing legendary players, interviewing coaches, or writing and speaking their own match commentary. Learning is supported by English teachers living on-site and English is spoken at all times throughout the camp, creating an immersive learning environment.

Students are grouped into classes based on a combination of age and
ability. They complete a short online assessment before the camp starts
and then speak with a teacher on arrival to ensure they are correctly placed for their level. At the end of the camp, each player receives a written report and advice on how to continue their learning at home.

Every week, players experience what it’s like to be a professional Chelsea FC player with a day of training at their official training centre.

Sessions focus on gameplay situations and encourage players to put the skills they’ve gained throughout the week into practice. During the day, Chelsea FC’s expert staff team, together with occasional special guest speakers, inspire young players with knowledge and insight into the professional game.

Each week Chelsea FC organises evening matches against local opposition*, giving players a chance to represent the club whilst they are on camp. The matches are high-intensity and provide an opportunity for players to play under pressure and test themselves in a competitive environment.
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*Matches may not be possible on all weeks depending on opposition availability.