4v4 PROGRAMme
Any 6-12 year old.
All abilities.
One world-class facility.
Boys and girls can now train, develop and have fun where elite footballers are made, at the City Football Academy, while experiencing the Manchester City training and playing philosophy.
PROGRAMme HIGHLIGHTS
- 4v4 Programme to provide players opportunities to develop in and out of possession.
- The programme will take place during the February 2025 half term Holidays.
- All sessions delivered by established Manchester City Coaches, following the same philosophy used to develop City’s own players, delivered in a fun, positive and safe learning environment.
- The 5-day programme is aimed at players aged 6-12 years and is priced from £115, plus £60 for kit.
Programme CONTENT
The 4v4 Programme will provide individuals a greater understanding within a mini game:
- To develop awareness of width and depth in possession
- To improve support out of possession (attack & defence)
- To develop individual player understanding in a 4v4
Week focus
During the week players will experience the following:
- How to keep the structure and options when in possession
- To observe and then support the play or pressure in a 4v4
- To improve game understanding and decision making in game play
programme schedule
The programme will take place during the February 2025 half term Holidays.
|
Age Group |
Date of Birth |
Morning Sessions |
Evening Sessions |
|
Under 7 |
01/09/16 - 31/08/17 |
90 Mins Daily 10am-11:30am |
90 mins Daily 5pm-6:30pm (Thurs only 4:30-6:30pm) |
|
Under 9 |
01/09/14 - 31/08/16 |
2 Hours Daily 10am-12pm |
2 Hours Daily 5pm-7pm (Thurs only 4:30-6:30pm) |
|
Under 11 |
01/09/12 - 31/08/14 |
2 Hours Daily 10am-12pm |
2 Hours Daily 5pm-7pm (Thurs only 4:30-6:30pm) |
|
Under 13 |
01/09/10 - 31/08/12 |
2 Hours Daily 10am-12pm |
2 Hours Daily 5pm-7pm (Thurs only 4:30-6:30pm) |
City Football Academy
Training sessions are delivered at the City Football Academy, home to Manchester City’s first team, Women’s team and Boys and Girls Academy teams.
Frequently Asked Questions
Courses are aimed at players aged 6-12 years old, boys and girls, who enjoy playing football and are looking to improve their skills and game understanding through holiday periods.
All players should be physically able to participate in age-appropriate practical football training sessions.
For players with disabilities there are a number of initiatives delivered through City In The Community (CITC) where specialist staff will oversee more appropriate session content. Please visit https://www.mancity.com/community
Players should arrive already changed in their kit approximately 15 minutes before the start of each scheduled session.
The address is:
City Football Academy, West Gate, Alan Turing Way, Manchester, M11 4TQ
Parking is available at West Gate car park.
Google Map link can be view here.
All sessions will be delivered on artificial pitches.
As such, players should wear the appropriate footwear (boots for artificial/firm ground or turf trainers – no screw-in studs or running shoes).
Each player will receive a kit pack as part of their course enrolment, charged at £60. Kit sizes can be viewed here.
Each coaching session is delivered by UEFA qualified Manchester City coaches.
All coaches are DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service background checked), hold ‘First Aid in Football’ qualifications and hold the FA Safeguarding Children award (trained to promote best practice to protect young people).
Players will be grouped by ability within age groups where possible to ensure maximum participation, positive learning opportunities and a fun experience for all.
Manchester City Football Club strives to ensure that everyone in our care or attending our activities feel safe and free from risk of harm. The Club takes its safeguarding responsibilities very seriously and we are committed to creating a safe and positive environment for everyone.
View our Safeguarding Policy.
