Train in England with Spurs Football Development at Uppingham School and enjoy an unforgettable summer! This programme helps teens grow independence, build confidence, develop leadership and teamwork skills, and mature personally, all while mastering football techniques in a fun, professional environment.
Bookings close on the 1st of June
Overview
Learn English, grow up and master your football skills in England with this outstanding residential programme for students aged 12–18.
Hosted at the prestigious Uppingham School and delivered in partnership with Spurs Football Development, the course blends high-level football training with immersive language learning in an authentic British boarding school environment.
With 30 hours per week of technical coaching, strength and conditioning, and specialist workshops, players develop advanced skills, tactical awareness, resilience and professional training habits. Sessions are led by FA & UEFA-qualified coaches, with small training groups to ensure personalised attention and maximum progress.
Beyond the pitch, students build confidence, independence and lifelong friendships through evening activities and cultural excursions. Suitable for English levels A2 to C2, including native speakers, this is a complete sporting and personal development experience. Transfers from London Heathrow or Gatwick are included, with direct flights available from major GCC cities.
LESSONS
Workshops:
Anatomy & Injury Prevention
English for competitive sport
Match Play Strategies
Nutrition
Personal Responsibility
Resilience
Sport Psychology
Player development within the game environment
Strength & Conditioning:
Understand the principles of athletic training
Develop self-discipline and professional training habits
Enhance physical performance
Increase aerobic and anaerobic capacity
Improve core stability & functional movement
Develop agility, balance and coordination (ABC)
Technical Training:
Develop advanced football skills and techniques including dribbling, ball control, passing, shooting, and 1v1 domination
Practise advanced defensive and attacking tactics
Participate in position-specific training
Enhance tactical game play including play formations, spatial awareness and positioning
Improve communication and teamwork through tactical briefings, team discussions, peer collaboration and match reviews
Apply the rules and ethics of professional football
Training:
Players train in groups in accordance with their age and ability.
Technical training consists of 25 hours of football coaching per week and enables students to develop their technical skills and practise advanced match play strategies.
Stadium / Training Ground visits:
Subject to availability and at the discretion of Tottenham Hotspur, players may be able to visit the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and/or Training Ground.
Mission: Integration!
Sunday evenings icebreaker activities help new students integrate into school life and meet continuing students.
BSS Experience:
Evening entertainment with fun challenges, games and social events to develop personal and social skills, self-confidence, and authenticity.
Cultural Programme:
Saturday and Sunday excursions allow students to visit places of cultural or historical interest or take part in recreational activities with friends.
LOCATION DETAILS
Sports & Leisure Facilities:
Astro turf pitch
Athletics track
Drama theatre
Playing fields
Sports hall
Swimming pool
Tennis courts
Clubhouse:
Social space where students can relax, socialise, and chat in an informal and comfortable setting
Wi-Fi:
Available in some communal areas across the campus
Uppingham Town:
Students are allowed into Uppingham village in small groups during afternoon free time
