OUR FOOTBALL ACADEMY
Bloomsbury’s Football Academy provides a development pathway for skilled players to advance their game.
Squads (boys and girls from U7 to U18) participate in weekly training sessions and competitive grassroots fixtures, led by an elite coaching team dedicated to helping players progress on and off the pitch. Players looking to join the Bloomsbury Football Academy are required to attend a trial day.
Multiple training sessions every week
League matches and competitive tournaments
Expert performance analysis
Unique off-pitch opportunities
WHAT TO EXPECT
The Bloomsbury Football Academy strives for excellence in all areas, not just technical skills. Our players are always improving their tactical and technical game, while our expert coaches team them essential skills that lead to a happier and healthier life.
UNIQUE EXPERIENCES
We pride ourselves on our performance analysis, player care and ability to build strong community within the club, as well as delivering unique off-pitch experiences like trips to St. George’s Park, training with professional players and overseas tours.
PROGRESSION PATHWAY
We’re proud of how the Bloomsbury Football Academy is raising the game for grassroots competitive football in London. Bridging the gap to professional academies, our players have gone on to sign for Arsenal, Crystal Palace, Watford and West Ham.
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Bloomsbury Football Foundation offers financial support as part of our commitment to make the magic of football accessible to all.
It means reducing the cost barriers that too often stop the next generation from getting on the pitch, so that every young person who wants to play football can.
HOW TO JOIN
Every aspiring young player looking to join the Bloomsbury Football Academy must complete a trial, which run on Saturday mornings throughout the season.
Successful trialists then will join their squad, when training schedules and match fixtures are shared. Matches vary by age group and league, but typically are on Friday evenings and Sundays.
Bloomsbury was the best experience I had playing football. We had the best coaches, kit and pitches and it really helped me to improve, especially because of how much football we got every week.
Player, Football Academy
Bloomsbury have done a fantastic job in making high quality sport opportunities available to girls. They've changed the landscape for girls' sport in the capital. It's so inspiring to see so many girls smiling!
Parent, Girls’ Football Academy
I never thought that one year after coming to London I would be asked for a trial at a Premier League club! Thank you to the Bloomsbury coaches for making my dreams come true!
Player, Football Academy
EXPLORE PROGRAMMES
Training Sessions
Organised football for all ages and ability levels. The easiest way to get on pitch and develop your skills.
Holiday Camps
Play football, stay active and make friends in the school holidays with our weekday camps.
Bears (Ages 3-6)
Early years football for players kicking off their love for sport.
Football Academy
Take your game to the next level with Bloomsbury Football Academy. Trial required.
Futsal Academy
Level up your skills with our fast-paced, high-intensity Futsal Academy.
Blind & Partially Sighted Football
Providing vision-impaired young people with space to play adapted formats of the game.
Pan-Disability Football
Specialist sessions designed to bring together players with a broad range of disabilities.
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Bloomsbury Football Foundation are committed to making football accessible to every young person in London that wants to play.
That includes making sure quality football is affordable for all. It’s why we offer financial support for all our programmes.
Financial support means 25-100% discounts on price for players from low-income households.
Football Academy FAQs
How do I join the Football Academy?
All players looking to join the Bloomsbury Football Academy must complete a trial. Trial days run regularly throughout the season, for all age groups.
Registering for a trial in advance is essential. This can be done via our website.
Where does the Football Academy train?
Training sessions for the Bloomsbury Football Academy vary depending on age group. Typically, Academy teams train after school multiple times a week. Our team will provide a full timetable of training times and venues should your child successfully complete their trial.
Training venues are located across North London, primarily in Camden, St. John’s Wood, Islington and Tufnell Park.
Who coaches the Football Academy?
Every Bloomsbury Football Academy team is led by a qualified professional.
As a minimum, all coaches hold an FA Level One qualification and are DBS checked. Any coach working with children aged eight and under also has a paediatric first aid qualification.
What can I expect from the Football Academy?
The Bloomsbury Football Academy aims to improve players’ technical and tactical skills on the pitch, while ensuring that emphasis is also placed on building up transferable skills like communication, teamwork and resilience.
Academy teams train multiple times per week, engage in competitive fixtures, and have the opportunity to attend unique events and experiences – including international tours.
How much does the Football Academy cost?
If your child successfully joins the Football Academy, the cost is on a monthly subscription, paid on the first on the month. This covers all training sessions and associated match fees, if any.
The starting cost of a Football Academy subscription is £170 per player per month.
As a charity, Bloomsbury Football Foundation offers financial support, meaning 25-100% discounts on price for players from low-income households. Apply for financial support here.