About
Get ready to immerse yourself in the life of a football player with Elite Sports Academy and West Ham United Foundation’s London Trips in March and August 2025! These trips are designed for players aged 9-16 who are eager to train with professional WHU coaches, compete in matches, and experience London’s football culture firsthand.
March 2025 | WHU London Trip
Dates: 23rd – 30th March 2025
Registration Deadline: Friday, 15th November 2024
August 2025 | WHU London Trip
Dates: 10th – 17th August 2025
Registration Deadline: Friday, 15th November 2024
What to Expect
Both trips are structured as a Monday to Friday camp packed with daily training, matches, and exclusive activities designed to give participants a taste of life at a professional football club. Here’s a snapshot of what’s included:
Trip Highlights
Every day brings new opportunities to train, compete, and explore, making this trip a unique blend of skill-building and excitement:
- Daily Training: 2-3 hours of sessions led by WHU coaches ⚒
- Fixtures: 3 matches against West Ham United Foundation junior teams 🤝⚽
- Live Premier League Match: Experience the excitement of a live WHU game 🎟️⚽
- Training Ground Visit: Watch an Academy match (U23s or U18s) and explore the West Ham United First Team training ground
- Nutritional Workshop: Learn about healthy eating for athletes
- Fun Activities: Enjoy social events like bubble football, bowling, or laser tag 🎉
Additional Inclusions:
- Hotel Accommodation 🏨
- Meals: Three per day 🍽️
- London Transportation 🚍
- Elite Football Kit and Travel Pack: Tracksuit, backpack, and additional kit 🎒
- Shopping/Sightseeing Day: An opportunity to explore London’s best spots 🛍️
Details:
Dates:
- Trip 1: 23rd March 2025 – 30th March 2025
- Trip 2: 10th August 2024 – 17th August 2025
Age Groups:
- 9 – 16 years of age
- Minimum age allowed will be 9 years of age at the time of the trip
- Parents will be allowed on some areas of the trip but this is not required.
Base location: Beckton, London
Cost: AED 8,500 (excluding flights)
Registration Information
Spaces are limited, so make sure to register your interest by Friday, 15th November 2024! To secure your spot for one or both trips, complete the registration form using the link below:
We’re excited to offer this unique opportunity to learn, play, and create lasting memories with fellow football enthusiasts. Don’t miss out on the chance to experience football like never before! We can’t wait for another fantastic year of trips and experiences for all players in partnership with West Ham United Foundation!
