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Development Football Camps

Chelsea FC summer camps for boys aged 10-13

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Where football dreams are made

Development Football Camps with Chelsea FC are all about having fun, making friends, and enjoying football to the fullest. Players can expect exciting coaching sessions led by Chelsea FC coaches, inspired by the Academy curriculum. They’ll learn new skills while building confidence and teamwork. From technical sessions to friendly matches, every day is packed with unforgettable experiences.

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What’s included?

  • Up to 24 hrs a week of coaching and games

  • Up to 8 hrs a week of football workshops or 13 hrs a week of English lessons

  • Training day at the Chelsea FC Training Ground

  • On-site accommodation

  • Excursions to Stamford Bridge and more

  • Exclusive Nike/ Chelsea FC kit pack

  • Individual coaching review and certificate

  • 24/7 welfare support staff

  • Travel insurance and on-site medical care

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Camp Highlights

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Camp Options

Choose between our two camp options to suit the player’s personal goals. Players on both camp options receive the same amount of high-quality coaching on the pitch.

  • Boys in football workshop

    Total Football [Includes up to 8 hours of football workshops per week]

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    Football workshops are delivered by Chelsea FC coaches, focusing on vital topics for young athletes including nutrition, teamwork, goal-setting, and more. Workshops are designed to give players an insight into the lifestyle and mindset of a professional footballer, as well as developing their communication and critical thinking skills.

  • Football + English [Includes up to 13 hours of English lessons per week]

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    English classes focus on football, engaging students’ passion for the game 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.


Typical Day

Each day on camp is designed to balance high-intensity training with recovery and fun, ensuring players get the most out of their experience both on and off the pitch.


Excursions

All camps include exciting excursions, giving players a taste of some of the UK's top attractions.


What Parents Say

4.8/5 from 245 Reviews


Camp Venue

We partner with some of the UK’s most prestigious private schools, creating an inspirational environment where players can thrive.

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Bradfield College, Reading

Location: 

48 miles / 77 km from central London

Airports and Transfers: 

Heathrow (35 miles/56 km) Gatwick (71 miles/114km)

Accommodation: 

A mix of single and shared bedrooms

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Dates & Prices

Explore camp availability and pricing of the Development Camps here.

Dates

Locations

Availability

29 June – 05 July

Bradfield College, Reading

Available


06 July – 12 July

Bradfield College, Reading

Available


13 July – 19 July

Bradfield College, Reading

Available


20 July – 26 July

Bradfield College, Reading

Available


27 July – 02 August

Bradfield College, Reading

Available


03 August – 09 August

Bradfield College, Reading

Available


10 August – 16 August

Bradfield College, Reading

Available


Dates

Locations

Availability

29 June – 12 July

Bradfield College, Reading

Available


06 July – 19 July

Bradfield College, Reading

Available


13 July – 19 July

Bradfield College, Reading

Available


20 July – 02 August

Bradfield College, Reading

Available


27 July - 09 August

Bradfield College, Reading

Available


03 August – 16 August

Bradfield College, Reading

Available


Book the Development Football Camp

Select a date and camp option upon booking.
Flexible payment options available before May 1st 2026.

1-week Development Football Camp

Price: £2,295
Location: Bradfield College, Reading

2-week Development Football Camp

Price: £4,590
Location: Bradfield College, Reading

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Our Development Football Camps are designed for boys aged 10-13, while older boys aged 13-17 can take their game to the next level on our Advanced Camps or Performance Camps (ages 15-17).

    For girls aged 12-17, we offer dedicated Girls’ Football Camps - the perfect environment to grow skills, confidence, and passion for the game.

  • All of our Chelsea FC Nike Football Camps are fully residential and cost £2,295 for 1 week (6 nights) or £4,590 for 2 weeks (13 nights).

    The price includes:

    • Up to 24 hours per week of football training with Chelsea FC coaches and matches

    • Football workshops (8 hours) or English language lessons (13 hours)

    • Training day at Chelsea FC’s official Cobham training ground

    • On-site accommodation with 3 meals a day and an evening snack

    • Stamford Bridge stadium tour (Chelsea FC's home ground)

    • London sightseeing or theme park excursion (for 2-week camps only)

    • Evening activities and access to the players' lounge

    • Exclusive Nike/Chelsea FC training kit

    • Individual coaching review and certificate

    • 24/7 welfare support staff

    • Travel insurance and on-site medical support

    Note: Airport transfers are not included in the price but can be booked separately after camp registration.

  • Development Football Camps with Chelsea FC will be based at Bradfield College in Surrey this year, which hosts lovely green grass pitches.

  • Players choosing the Total Football option benefit from up to 8 additional hours of workshops alongside their on-pitch training, covering key topics for young athletes such as match analysis, teamwork, nutrition, and more.

    Those selecting Football + English enjoy up to 13 hours of language lessons taught by experienced teachers who use football as the foundation for learning core skills. No matter which option players choose, everyone receives the same amount of high-quality coaching on the pitch.

  • We welcome players of all abilities on our Development Camps. While the focus is on fun, learning, and building confidence, players still take part in structured coaching sessions twice a day, so they should be prepared for plenty of time on the pitch! On arrival, our coaches assess players and group them by age and ability, so everyone enjoys sessions that are engaging, enjoyable, and suited to their level.

  • As part of our football camps, players enjoy the unforgettable opportunity to train at Cobham - the world-class training ground of Chelsea FC. After breakfast, they’ll travel to the home of the Blues for a morning of technical coaching, followed by lunch and an afternoon session centred on match play. It’s a chance to walk in the footsteps of Chelsea legends, experience elite facilities, and discover what it takes to play like a true Blue.

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