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Boys and girls 9 – 13Official programmes · Etihad Campus, Manchester
Manchester City Summer Programmes 2027
Residential summer programmes at the Etihad Campus for players aged 9 to 17, delivered by official Manchester City coaches: Football Development, Performance and Language.
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The ultimate Manchester City experience
Manchester City train every day at the Etihad Campus, an 80-acre site used by the Men's, Women's and Academy teams. The club's residential summer programmes bring together young players from over 50 countries to learn, play and grow with the official City methodology.
Every session is delivered by Manchester City's own coaches. Players are grouped by age and ability, boys and girls attend separate weeks, and football is combined with off-field workshops or English lessons.
9 – 17
years of age
15 h
of football per week
15 h
of workshops or English
50+
nationalities every summer
Find your programme
Three official residential programmes at the Etihad Campus
Football Performance
Take your game to the highest standard with club specialists: individual and team development, injury prevention, recovery, psychology and performance analysis.
Boys and girls 14 – 17Football Language
Combine on-pitch coaching with football-themed English lessons: press conferences, media interviews, commentary and punditry. From beginner to C1 level.
Boys and girls 9 – 17Options
Choose the length that best suits your player
1 week
A full weekly course: 15 hours of football and 15 hours of workshops or English, with accommodation and full board included.
2 weeks
The longer Language stay, or a combination of Language with Development or Performance for extra focus on technique and performance.
Facilities
The Etihad Campus as home for the summer
City Football Academy
The same pitches on an 80-acre site where Manchester City's Men's, Women's and Academy teams train every day.
View locationManchester Institute of Health and Performance
Elite high-performance facility on the Etihad Campus with advanced diagnostics and sports medicine, experienced by Performance Programme players.
View locationConnell College
A modern educational facility on the Etihad Campus itself, home to the interactive workshops and English lessons.
View locationResidence in Manchester
Purpose-built accommodation in central Manchester: secure, comfortable and supervised, with relaxation space and full board.
View locationWhy choose Manchester City
Five reasons that set the club's official programmes apart
Official City coaches
Sessions delivered by Manchester City staff following the club's official methodology.
2027 prices
All inclusive at the Etihad Campus: accommodation, meals, coaching, workshops, stadium tour, official training wear and permanent supervision.
1 week
2.600 €
per player · +€100 registration fee
A weekly course on the Language, Development or Performance programmes at the Etihad Campus, with accommodation and full board.
2 weeks
5.290 €
per player · +€100 registration fee
A 2-week stay on the Language Programme, with the option to combine it with Development or Performance.
Indicative prices in euros based on the current exchange rate. Check conditions with your Ertheo advisor.
Payment options
At Ertheo we make it easy, with interest-free financing: no bank paperwork and complete peace of mind.
01
Booking
€500
A €500 payment towards the programme to confirm the place. This amount is refundable for any reason until 28 February.
02
1 March
50% of the programme
Payment of 50% of the total programme price, with no interest and no bank paperwork.
03
1 June
Remaining 50%
Payment of the remaining 50%, deducting the initial €500 booking amount.
01
Booking
€500
A €500 payment towards the programme to confirm the place. This amount is refundable for any reason until 28 February.
02
1 March
50% of the programme
Payment of 50% of the total programme price, with no interest and no bank paperwork.
03
1 June
Remaining 50%
Payment of the remaining 50%, deducting the initial €500 booking amount.
100% secure system · Encrypted payments managed directly by Ertheo
Exclusive benefits Ertheo
A company specialised in sports programmes, with over 20 years of experience and more than 11,000 students. Our exclusive programmes are designed for families looking for unique experiences that drive their children's sporting, academic and, above all, personal development.
Dedicated personal advisor
Support in your language throughout the process, from the first enquiry to the return home.
End-to-end service
Escorted flights with our staff (*depending on the city of origin), flight advice, health and cancellation insurance and transfers.
Tailored resources and information
Personalised documentation and guides for complete peace of mind before and during the programme.
Learning platform
Free access to our continuous learning platform for players and families.
24 h ERTHEO phone line
A permanent, exclusive point of contact for any issue, twenty-four hours a day.
Interest-free financing
Payment split into three instalments, interest-free, with no bank paperwork and complete confidence.
What's included
Every stay covers the complete Etihad Campus experience
Accommodation
Purpose-built residence in central Manchester: secure, comfortable and supervised.
Full board
All meals included. Allergies and special diets are catered for.
15 h of football
Fifteen hours of coaching per week with official Manchester City coaches.
Official training wear
Official Manchester City training wear included in the programme price.
Etihad Stadium and City Store
Behind-the-scenes stadium tour, City Store visit and activities around Manchester.
Welfare 24/7
Supervision and safeguarding team twenty-four hours a day.
A day at the Etihad Campus
Morning
- Breakfast at the residence
- Transfer to the Etihad Campus
- Training session with Manchester City coaches
Midday
- Lunch on campus
- Supervised rest time
- Workshop at Connell College or English lesson
Afternoon
- Second football session with matches and competition
- Evening activities: team challenges, City Store and residence life
Manchester City Football School
Manchester City's residential programmes are the club's international education pathway. They apply the same methodology City uses to develop its own young players and teach participants to understand and play 'Beautiful Football'. Every programme is planned, delivered and supervised by club staff at the Etihad Campus.
Verified reviews
“The English classes were nothing like school: debates, presentations and team games. Laura came back much more confident speaking and unafraid of making mistakes.”
Laura M.
“City training focuses on technique with the ball, rondos and small-sided games. James loved that every drill had a clear purpose.”
James T.
“They mixed English and football: they explained tactics in class and then practised them on the pitch. Sophie learned sports vocabulary you don't get at school.”
Sophie D.
“Daniel says the coaches corrected his body shape and first touch. Training at the Etihad Campus and staying nearby made him feel like a proper player.”
Daniel R.
Practical information
Transfers, dates, health and the booking process
Airport transfers
Optional pick-up and return service from Manchester Airport, with an escort for unaccompanied minors.
Programme gallery
Official images of the Manchester City programmes: training at the Etihad Campus, workshops, facilities and life at the residence.
Frequently asked questions
Who can attend?
Development is for ages 9 to 13, Performance for 14 to 17 and Language for 9 to 17 at any level of English. Boys' and girls' weeks run separately following the same schedule.
What makes these programmes different?
They are Manchester City's official programmes, delivered by club coaches at the Etihad Campus using the club's own methodology.
How much does it cost?
€2,600 per 1-week course on Development or Language plus a €100 registration fee; €5,290 for the 2-week Language stay plus a €100 registration fee. It includes accommodation, meals, coaching, workshops, official training wear, the Etihad Stadium tour and welfare. Interest-free financing in three payments with Ertheo.
What does a typical day look like?
Morning training at the Etihad Campus, workshops or English lessons at Connell College, a second football session and evening activities in a safe environment.
Book with Ertheo
How would you prefer to take the next step?
Choose the option that suits you best. A personal Ertheo advisor will accompany you from your first enquiry until your return home.
Book with Ertheo
Ertheo Education & Sports manages the booking, personalised advice and programme follow-up before, during and after the stay.
