West Ham United Community Sports Trust will be running a host of popular Holiday Football Courses during the upcoming half-term break in October and November.
There is still time to book your place, with a new online booking service now available. To secure your spot, click here.
The course programme includes a great selection of sessions to suit all boys and girls aged between three and 15. Two types of courses are available - Player Development Courses for 5-15 year olds and Mini Dribblers for 3-5 year olds.
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The training programmes offered enable boys and girls to maximise their personal development skills, promoting healthy living and exercise in a fun, safe and enjoyable environment. All sessions are focused towards achieving all key learning outcomes and goals which is crucial to developing each individual's natural sporting ability. We reach these targets on a daily basis due to our skills, experience and professional attitude as a professional football club.
The courses are a fantastic introduction to the game, the club and the unique coaching philosophies for young Hammers of all abilities.
CRB-checked FA-qualified coaches will be on hand to inspire, encourage and share their passion for the beautiful game, with sessions designed to suit their age and ability of individual players.
Morning sessions will focus on acquiring a range of new skills and improving technical ability, while afternoon sessions allow participants to put these skills into action and take part in fun-filled football tournament and matches.
With football courses tailored to suit all ages and abilities and taking place in a variety of locations, there is sure to be something to keep all young Hammers entertained in a fun and safe environment.
All participants receive a FREE West Ham United T-shirt and will be entered into a Prize Draw to win match tickets and official West Ham memorabilia.
Meanwhile, Academy scouts and coaches will attend all courses. More than 30 children have been referred to the Academy after being spotted during the Trust's Summer Football Courses.
Player Development Courses
Two and three-day Player Development Courses will take place at eight venues across east London and Essex.
Sessions for 5-15 year olds will be held between 10am-3pm, priced at £33 per child for two days and £43 per child for three days.
Three-day courses - 29-31 October 2012
• Community Training Ground, 60a Albatross Close, off Woolwich Manor Way, Beckton, E6 5NX
• Gaynes School, Brackendale Gardens, Upminster, Essex, RM14 3UX
• Broomfield FC, Angel Meadow, Main Road, Broomfield, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 7AH
• St John's School, Tower Road, Epping, Essex, CM16 5EB
Two-day courses - 1-2 November 2012
• William Edwards School, Stifford Clays Road, Stifford Clays, Essex, RM16 3NJ
• Hullbridge Sports & Social Club, Hullbridge, Hockley, Essex, SS5 6BJ
• Royal Liberty School, Upper Brentwood Road, Gidea Park, Essex, RM2 6HJ
• Stewards Academy, Parnall Road, Harlow, Essex, CM18 7NQ
Mini Dribblers
Mini Dribblers courses for youngsters aged 3-5 years will take place at four venues, priced at £10 per child for one day, £15 for two days and £25 for three days. Sessions will run from 10am-12noon at all locations.
29-31 October 2012
• Community Training Ground, 60a Albatross Close, off Woolwich Manor Way, Beckton, E6 5NX
• Gaynes School, Brackendale Gardens, Upminster, Essex, RM14 3UX
1-2 November 2012
• William Edwards School, Stifford Clays Road, Stifford Clays, Essex, RM16 3NJ
• Stewards Academy, Parnall Road, Harlow, Essex,CM18 7NQ
Parents should not the following information about all Player Development and Mini Dribblers courses:
• All children must bring a packed lunch and plenty to drink.
• All children should bring appropriate footwear, shin pads and suitable clothing subject to weather conditions.
• All coaching staff are FA-qualified, CRB-checked and trained in emergency first aid and child protection.
• Due to some children having nut allergies, please ensure your child's lunch contains NO NUTS.
After School Club Player Development Courses
In addition to the player development courses, West Ham United Community Sports Trust will also be running after-school club player development courses that will run during the school year, excluding school and Bank Holidays for boys and girls aged between 2-16 year olds. Simply turn up at the venue and register with the West Ham United Coach on the day. The courses run as follows:
Hornchurch - Mondays (Boys 5-9)
5pm-6pm £4.00
Emerson, Park School, Wych Elm road, Hornchurch, Essex, RM11 3AD
Upminster-Tuesdays (Boys/Girls 5-14)
5pm-6.30pm £3.50
Gaynes School, Brackendale Gardens, Essex, RM14 3UX
Newham-Wednesdays (Goalkeeping 6-14)
5.30pm-6.30pm £3.50
WHU Community Ground, 60a Albatross Close, Beckton, London, E6 5NX
Newham-Wednesdays (Boys 5-9/10-14)
4.30pm-5.30pm/5.30pm-6.30pm £3.50
WHU Community Ground, 60a Albatross Close, Beckton, London, E6 5NX
Redbridge-Fridays (Boys 6-14)
5.30pm-6.30pm £3.50
Wanstead Leisure Centre, Redbridge Lane West, Wanstead, London, E11 2JS
Basildon-Fridays (Boys/Girls 5-14)
6.00pm-7pm £3.50
Laindon Community Centre, Aston Road, Basildon, Essex, SS15 6NX
Newham-Saturdays (Mini Dribblers, Boys & Girls 2-5)
9.00am-10am £3.50
WHU Community Ground, 60a Albatross Close, Beckton, London, E6 5NX