Manchester City Summer Residential Programme
Achieve your potential at the home of the Manchester City FC.
The Manchester City Summer Football programmes give boys and girls aged 9–17 the chance to develop their skills in a world-class football environment.
Every session is delivered by Manchester City coaches, trained in the Club’s playing philosophy and methodology.
Across one or two weeks, players experience an authentic insight into how world-class footballers prepare, perform, and improve.
It’s a chance to build confidence, teamwork, and technical ability, while forming new friendships with young players from over 50 countries.
Discover what it means to play Beautiful Football, the Manchester City way.
Book now for Summer 2026
Step inside the Etihad Campus, the same world-class training environment where Manchester City’s professional team’s train and play.
Our summer camps and programmes bring young people together from over 50 countries to learn, play and develop. Our programmes are aimed to be fun, interactive and engaging both on and off the pitch.
As well as programmes dedicated to playing, we also offer English language courses that combine formal classroom learning, playing instruction in English, true teamwork, an immersive English week.
Every session is delivered by our own Manchester City coaches, using the Club’s proven methodology, developing better players, and better people.
Find your perfect summer programme
Whether your goal is to sharpen your game, build confidence, or combine football with English language learning, there’s a Manchester City summer programme for you.
Who is the development programme for?
Our Development Programme gives players aged 9–13 the unique experience of training like a Manchester City Academy player. It is suitable for intermediate (B1) English language speakers and above, while beginner English speakers may find our Language Programme more suitable. Players are placed into tailored groups based on ability to ensure focused development and the best possible training experience.
Manchester City Football Development Programme for 9-13 Year Olds
Our Development Programme gives players aged between 9–13 the unique experience of training like a Manchester City Academy player.
Through practical training sessions and interactive workshops, players will develop their football skills and confidence in a world-class learning environment.
From 1v1 situations up to 9v9 games, discover first-hand how Manchester City develops their players’ understanding, and how this is then transferred into game play.
The programme covers the following themes:
• Individual development
• Introduction to nutrition
• Importance of wellbeing
• Use of technology within the game
Our Development Programme is suitable for intermediate level (B1) English language speakers and above. For beginner English speakers, our Language Programme may be more suitable.What’s included
15 hours of football coaching per week
15 hours of off-field workshops per week
Official training wear
Etihad Stadium tour
Immersive evening activities
City Store visit
High-quality accommodation
All meals
Closing celebration (families welcome)
Who is the performance programme for?
Our Performance Programme offers players aged 14–17 the unique experience of developing their game to the highest standard. It is suitable for intermediate (B1) English language speakers and above, while beginner English speakers may find our Language Programme more suitable. Players are placed into tailored groups based on ability to ensure focused development and the best possible training experience.
Manchester City Football Performance programme for 14-17 Year Olds
Our Performance programme offers players aged between 14–17 years the unique experience of developing their game to the highest standard.
Players will improve their understanding in both practical and theoretical environments, focusing on human and football performance. With the support of Manchester City coaches and specialists, players will learn how to incorporate individual strategies to enhance their own performance.
Programme includes:
• Individual and team development
• Prevention of injuries & recovery techniques
• Psychology within the game
• Performance analysis
Our Performance Programme is suitable for intermediate level (B1) English language speakers and above. For beginner English speakers, our Language Programme may be more suitable.What’s included
15 hours of football coaching per week
15 hours of off-field workshops per week
Official training wear
Etihad Stadium tour
Immersive evening activities
City Store visit
High-quality accommodation
All meals
Closing celebration (families welcome)
Who is the Language Programme for?
Our Manchester City Football Language Programme is a summer programme at the Etihad Campus designed for boys and girls aged 9–17, offering a unique combination of football coaching and English language learning suitable for beginners with no English, to advanced C1 learners. Players are placed into tailored groups based on both their football and language ability to ensure the best learning experience for every individual.
Manchester City Football Language Programme for 9-17 year olds
Our Manchester City Football Language Programme sees players gain a mixture of practical on-field training and English language lessons.
Using realistic game scenarios, our coaches work on both your individual techniques and game play, giving players a better understanding of how Manchester City play ‘Beautiful Football’.
During our English Language sessions, all players put their skills into practice in creative football themed activities, such as:
Press conferences
Media interviews
Commentary analysis and punditry
The programme is suitable for beginners (no English) up to C1 proficiency. What’s included
15 hours of football coaching per week
15 hours of English Language workshops per week
Official training wear
Etihad Stadium tour
Immersive evening activities
City Store visit
High-quality accommodation
All meals
Closing celebration (families welcome)Next Gen Man City: The Business of Football
What you’ll learn
The commercial aspects associated with sports have evolved dramatically over the past decade to enable sporting organisations to reach stakeholders all over the globe. These activities have enabled athletes and teams to grow their fan bases and attract internationally recognised sponsors.
Next Gen Man City offers industry-leading access to the fast-paced world of sports business. If you’re interested in how sports brands are built, how organisations attract and retain major sponsors, how fan and community experiences are enhanced, or how major events are managed, this summer programme is perfect for you.
Students will experience:
Immersive Learning: experience the sports industry first-hand, with interactive workshops and unique behind-the-scenes access.
Industry Experts: meet a plethora of innovative creators, covering a wide range of industry topics.
Leadership Skills: develop skill sets that can be applied in both sport and business.
Topics covered:
Careers in Sports Business
Sports Marketing
Kit Design
Fan Engagement
Community Engagement
Event Management
Sports Sponsorship
Next Gen Man City: The Business of Football
Careers in sport start here - For Students aged 14-17. Limited places remaining.
Next Gen Man City: The Business of Football is a premium summer programme in 2026 for students aged 14–17 who want an early pathway into careers in sport and sports business.
Hosted at the City Football Academy, the global headquarters of Manchester City, the programme gives students rare, behind-the-scenes access to how an elite football organisation operates, from marketing and media to leadership, data and commercial strategy.
Designed for ambitious students and discerning parents, this immersive experience builds real understanding, confidence and career clarity before college or university.
Notable alumni of Next Gen include Braydon Bent and Sam Hammerer, who have both since gone on to work for the club.
What’s included?
25 hours of interactive workshops per week
Practical experiences
Leading industry experts
Behind-the-scenes access
Closing ceremony
Certification of completion
Etihad Stadium tour
Extra-curricular activities
All meals
High-quality en-suite accommodation
24/7 on-site security and residential support team
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