Football Academy Dubai

Your child will begin by joining our regular class, immersing themselves in the Elite culture of skill, teamwork, and fun. From there, and space permitting, they will move into the group where they had their trial session, allowing them to build on their first successes, continue their progress, and grow with peers at the same level.

Age Groups & Program Options

Mini Kickers (3-4 years): 30-minute sessions introducing young children to football in a fun, safe environment.

Academy (4–14 years): 1-hour sessions tailored by age and ability, focusing on skill development and progression.

Squad Program (6–18 years): 3 sessions per week for experienced players who want to train and play competitively. Squad players can also access additional training options and competitive matches to further enhance performance.

Each program is designed to provide age-appropriate coaching, safe progression, and opportunities to develop both skills and confidence.

Football Academy Levels

Nursery: 30-minute sessions for our youngest beginners.

Mini Kickers (3-4years): 30-minute sessions introducing children to football in a fun, safe environment.

Community (4–14 years): 60-minute sessions tailored by age and ability, focusing on skill development and progression.

Squads (6–18 years): Three 60-minute sessions per week for experienced players who want to train and compete at a higher level.

Each level is designed to provide age-appropriate coaching, safe progression, and skill development.

We recommend a minimum of two sessions per week. Training more frequently allows your child to develop skills faster, build confidence, and refine techniques, helping them prepare to compete at the highest levels locally and internationally. Players who attend at least two sessions per week often master new skills quicker and perform better in competitive matches.

Our coaches provide continuous feedback during sessions, using positive reinforcement, demonstrations, and skill completion guidance to help players improve technique. During matches, they offer tactical feedback, such as advice on positional play and decision-making, to develop game awareness and overall performance.

We aim to provide the same coach for every session, as this helps ensure continuity and supports your child’s progress. If your child moves up a level, they may work with a different coach, offering fresh perspectives and new learning opportunities. Occasionally, coaches may need to change due to circumstances such as illness or personal leave—but rest assured, all our coaches are highly experienced and committed to your child’s development, ensuring a consistent, high-quality experience.

Our Elite Coaching Team

Your child deserves the best, which is why our coaches are carefully selected experts - many are former professional athletes and international representatives. They hold top coaching qualifications, First Aid and Safeguarding certifications, and have passed thorough background checks in the UAE and their home countries.

We prioritize coaches who connect well with children and inspire a love for sport. Our team comes from around the world to provide expert guidance tailored to your child’s technical skills and confidence.

With us, your child is in safe hands, supported by passionate professionals dedicated to their growth and enjoyment.

Please check meet our coaches 

Football Kit
All players are required to wear the full Elite Sport football kit, including football shirt, shorts, and socks, for every training session and match. The kit is made from high-quality, performance-focused materials, designed for comfort, durability, and freedom of movement—ensuring your child can train and play at their best, just like top-level athletes. Wearing the kit also ensures uniformity, team identity, and a professional training environment.

Training Locations
We offer several convenient locations across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, each featuring state-of-the-art facilities designed to support skill development and player growth.

Dubai Squad Sessions:

JESS Arabian Ranches

JESS Jumeirah

Raffles World Academy

Regent International School

Victory Heights Primary School

Dubai British School Jumeirah

Jumeirah Baccalaureate School

Abu Dhabi Squad Sessions:

GEMS Founders Masdar City

GEMS American Academy Madinat Khalifa A

All locations are carefully selected to ensure a professional training environment and a consistent, high-quality experience for every player.

Squad Program Structure
Our squads benefit from three weekly, in-depth, player-centric sessions, designed to focus on individual skill development, tactical understanding, and overall growth.

Squad players also take part in competitive match programs:

A Squads: Compete in the YFL or DOFA leagues, playing against other private and professional academies across Dubai, offering high-level competition and match experience.

All Other Squads: Participate in the Academy Super League, based at Dubai British School Jumeirah and Jumeirah Baccalaureate School Jumeirah 1. These venues are ideal for junior developmental football, providing a safe, professional environment for young players to apply their skills in competitive games.

This structure ensures that all players gain regular, meaningful match experience while developing technically, tactically, and physically.

Competitive Match Opportunities:

A Squads (Dubai): Compete in the YFL or DOFA leagues, playing against other private and professional academies across Dubai, offering high-level competition and match experience.

All Other Dubai Squads: Participate in the Academy Super League, based at Dubai British School Jumeirah and Jumeirah Baccalaureate School Jumeirah 1. These venues are perfect for junior developmental football, providing a safe, professional environment for young players to apply their skills in competitive games.

Abu Dhabi Squads: Compete in the Mubadala Youth League at Zayed Sports City, participating in weekly league fixtures.

Tournaments and Additional Competitions:

All squads have opportunities in Mina Cup, Abu Dhabi Cup, and Mini Mina Cup tournaments.

Senior Squads (U18): Also compete in senior football through the EFA Cup competitions in Dubai.

This structure ensures regular, meaningful match experience for all players, helping them apply skills, build confidence, and progress in competitive environments.

Squad Age Groups & Structure
Our squads cater to players from Under 6 to Under 18, with placement determined by your child’s date of birth and ability level to ensure they join the most appropriate group.

All squads train weekly and take part in age-specific competitive leagues, with every session and fixture designed to suit the developmental needs of each player.

Squad Training & Competitive Structure
Our squads have access to three weekly sessions, including a weekly competitive games program focused on skill development and tactical growth.

In addition to training, all squads participate in weekly external league fixtures, including the Academy Super League, Mubadala Youth League, and Youth Football League.

For your convenience, please check the schedule for a comprehensive list of venues, days, and times, ensuring you can plan around your child’s sessions and matches. Click https://elitesports.ae/app/browse/timetable

International & Tournament Opportunities
Through our partnership with the West Ham United Foundation, our players have traveled to London for intensive summer training with West Ham Academy & Foundation coaches, including competitive fixtures against the Foundation’s performance squads.

These trips also provide once-in-a-lifetime experiences, such as attending live Premier League matches (e.g., West Ham United vs Manchester City) and exploring iconic stadiums including Old Trafford, Etihad Stadium, and the London Stadium.

Beyond London, our squads regularly compete in local and international tournaments, offering players the chance to test their skills, gain valuable match experience, and be inspired by different football cultures.

Education & Scholarship Opportunities
We are proud to partner with the West Ham United Foundation, the University of East London, and First Point USA to provide pathways to scholarships and elite football opportunities.

Through First Point USA, Elite has supported players who have gone on to receive US scholarships, combining their studies with top-level soccer at leading universities.

Our partnership with the West Ham United Foundation also provides a UK pathway, giving players access to scouting networks and opportunities to compete at the highest levels of youth football in the UK, including matches against professional club academies. These pathways offer players the chance to pursue elite football while developing academically and athletically.