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FC AND ARSENAL WOMEN FC TRAINING PROGRAM

• , ENGLAND • THE ACADEMY

This training experience enables young players to experience the passion and English style of play at a top professional English side – Fulham F.C. The Fulham F.C. Academy is an important part of the club’s culture, with homegrown talent like , , Paul Parker and Sean Davis rising through the ranks to first team status. Over 30 players have followed this trajectory, from Academy player to first team regular, since the 2011/12 season alone. The club’s dedication to developing young talent is shown in its recent renovation of the Training Ground for the Academy. Its focus is on individual development in a high performance environment, while also encouraging a supportive environment in which young players can thrive.

THE CLUB Founded in 1879, Fulham F.C. is the oldest established football team from London playing in the English football leagues. In 2010, they reached the final of the UEFA Europa League, losing only in extra time to the Spanish club Atlético de Madrid. THE ACADEMY

The Arsenal Ladies Development Squad recruits talented female players between the ages of 16 and 19. The Academy program was developed specifically to feed the first team with a steady stream of young talent, and many players have made the leap from Academy to first team. Players have also found success with other Women’s teams, and have been awarded college scholarships in the U.S. and U.K. The curriculum consists of an intensive schedule with squad training sessions, strength and conditioning sessions, and opportunities to train with the Arsenal Ladies F.C. first team. THE CLUB

Founded in 1886, the men’s side of legendary soccer club of Arsenal F.C. has spent more time in the Premiership than any other club. The Arsenal Ladies, founded just over one hundred years later in 1987, has shared similar success to the men’s team. The club is also now known as Arsenal Women’s F.C., or Arsenal W.F.C. They are considered to be the most successful team in the English League, having won 46 major trophies in their short 30 year history. The 2006/07 season was notable, when they achieved the historic quadruple, and became the first British women’s side to win the UEFA Women’s Champions League. Team Travel Program Components

Train with professional Challenge your game Take your game to the Get a behind the scenes Experience a European Academy coaches at by playing against top next level by seeing glimpse of your capital, including its state of the art quality local the greats play in favorite ! See local culture, facilities. Experience opponents, putting person. Imagine the trophies won, see language, and food! the life of a European your new skills into seeing Messi, Bale or the field from the team Visit important youth Academy practice. Learn about Mueller’s skills up bench, and visit the historical sites and player! the local style of play close. locker rooms. learn about local life. first-hand!

TRAIN PLAY ATTEND TOUR WITH ACADEMY COMPETITIVE PROFESSIONAL CULTURAL PROFESSIONAL SIGHTSEEING COACHES AT FRIENDLY MATCHES STADIUMS AND TOP FACILITIES MATCHES FACILITIES

“You have enough time “I love watching the “I think there is a lot “We saw the full out “The atmosphere for soccer but also different coaching amazing, the complex we can bring back to team…which is really enough time to styles, I can pick up our teams back home, awesome to see is amazing, the experience the culture. new things that I can that’s the main thing - players that I look up coaches are fantastic, It is an educational bring back to the U.S. just the culture and to play live, not just on and I have learned so experience that not and put into my style of play. It’s good the tv.” much. Being here is too many people have training sessions. Just to play international Matthew Boberg Player the best experience I the opportunity to being able to see games against kids could have imagined.” participate in.” where the top players our own age, because Dakota Peterson Player Joe Flynn Supporter in the world are able it shows how you to train and compete I compare to them.” think is fantastic.” Paxton Pomykal Player Danielle Malagari Coach THE HUB EXPERIENCE This international training opportunity takes place in London, England. London is one of our four generation adidas international program hubs, chosen for the strength of the program and our superior access.

Each of these hubs is a European football capital with exciting tourism opportunities, and an international airport which gives our travelers lower flight costs and more flight options. We have extensive experience organizing programs in these destinations, meaning that our networks there are unmatched. Our relationships with professional clubs in the area mean inside access to Academy training facilities and quality Academy coaches, and our knowledge of local youth football clubs will result in friendly matches that are level appropriate for your team.

All of our programs are unique and worthwhile, but we highly recommend a ‘hub’ destination for an authentic and unforgettable travel experience!

LONDON HUB SNAPSHOT: • 15 years organizing programs • 138 programs traveled • 1,951 Players traveled • 417 friendly matches organized • 675 training sessions organized HIGHLIGHTS: • Train with Fulham F.C. certified coaches • Tour Chelsea F.C.’s Stamford Bridge • Attend a professional EPL match • Cultural opportunities like seeing WEATHER: • Average spring temperatures in the 50s • Average summer temperatures in the 60s • Average of 15 rainy days per month YOUR EXPERIENCE INCLUDES

8 nights Meal Plan: 2 All required Team Cultural sightseeing Medical and Laundry for accommodation in meals per day. ground Coordinator to in London cancellation Players a 3* or 4* hotel Breakfast each transportation be with team insurance (Uniforms, 3 day, and lunch throughout the at all times, loads) or dinner program* 24/7

2 training sessions 2 training sessions All training 3 competitive Stadium and generation Social media with Fulham F.C. with the Arsenal session fields and friendly games facilities tours adidas coverage during certified coaches Ladies Academy equipment against top English international your training coaches opponents promo program product

*Including one group airport transfer upon arrival and one at departure. OPTIONAL ITEMS Please inquire for further information on these items:

Roundtrip airfare Match tickets to Additional items Admission fees to Any other items is not included, professional such as phone any cultural or not specified but will be games (subject to calls, beverages, leisure activities under the sourced for the availability) and snacks not listed in “Program group itinerary Includes” section

THE PROGRAM TIMELINE

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Deposit payment Fundraising Progress payment Professional Final balance Final itinerary sent a of $395 per information and of $800 per match tickets due six weeks few weeks before traveler due at first of newsletter traveler is due availability prior to travel departure. Time to the time of series is sent to communicated travel! registration registrants SAMPLE ITINERARY * Please remember that this is a sample itinerary, subject to change based on the customized program of your team.

DAY 1: Depart for London, England. DAY 6: Training session #3 with Arsenal Ladies Academy coach. Competitive match #2 vs. DAY 2: Arrive at London International Airport, England. top quality English opponent. Check into hotel to rest and relax. Light training session with your team coach. Attend DAY 7: Recovery training session with your team EPL match (optional and additional cost). coach. Transfer to Windsor for sightseeing, including Windsor Castle and Grounds DAY 3: Training session #1 with Fulham F.C. certified (entrance fees are not included). coach. London sightseeing, including Training session #4 with Arsenal Ladies , Big Ben, Westminster DAY 8: Academy coach. Competitive match #3 vs. top Abbey, and House of Parliament. quality English opponent.

DAY 4: Training session #2 with Fulham F.C. Tour Fulham F.C.’s Craven Cottage Stadium. certified coach. Competitive match #1 vs. DAY 9: private capsule ride (optional and top quality English opponent. additional cost). Attend EPL match (optional and additional cost). DAY 5: Tour Arsenal F.C.’s , museum and Superstore. Lunch at Frankie’s Famous Chelsea Pub. Sightseeing in the DAY 10: Depart London, England. and Area, including Lilly White’s soccer specialty store. #WHEREWILLYOUPLAY e: [email protected] @: www.generationadidasinternational.com