Manchester City FC Tour Experience
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Tours to Inspire the Next Generation Manchester City FC Tour Experience 1 inspired to be... world-class With unrivalled access to world class clubs, coaches and facilities we can take young players on an extraordinary sporting journey Tailored coaching programmes – from the very best elite coaches – are designed to develop skills and inspire confidence. And, with the added incentive of behind-the-scenes stadium and training ground activities, inspiresport offer that truly memorable experience. Youngsters of all abilities get the chance to shine, encouraged by professionals in an inspirational professional club environment. One of inspiresports’ exclusive partner clubs Manchester City FC, offer the very best in facilities, coaching and club experience so that every young player will truly remember their tour to this iconic club forever! To give your students a glimpse into the world of this great club, contact our team to create a unique and unforgettable tour for your class, team or group. 02920 390 747 | [email protected] 2 inspired to be... leading the way Our tours inspire the next generation... We know this from the incredible feedback we receive from students, teachers and team leaders. We are also immensely proud to be the only UK organisation providing bespoke sports tours exclusively endorsed by the leading schools and sports governing bodies, representing over 30,000 member schools across England, Scotland and Wales. Tailored to suit your needs Inspiresport’s train and play development programmes are designed to suit the needs of each individual school or group. All players, no matter what their ability have the opportunity to “live the life of a professional”. These once in a lifetime experiences are hugely rewarding for students; they return to school, passionate about the game and inspired to play to their ability. 3 Who Could You Become? Players will experience engaging, innovative sessions delivered by the City Football Schools coaching team, giving them an insight into how City’s players train and play on a daily basis. Take a look at this short video; a glimpse into what you can expect... "A thoroughly enjoyable experience for both students and staff. It was great for the students to see what they can aspire to and how professional clubs are run behind the scenes. We will definitely be back!" Chris Sinclair, Teacher, South Hunsley School 4 What’s included? USE OF TRAINING FACILITIES AT CITY SUPERVISORY FREE PLACES FOR THE TOUR FOOTBALL ACADEMY ORGANISER SCHEDULED TRAINING SESSIONS WITH CITY DEDICATED REPRESENTATIVE AT ALL TIMES FOOTBALL SCHOOLS (CFS) COACHING STAFF (if required) TRAIN IN CFS TRAINING KIT FOR ALL DEDICATED ACCOUNT MANAGER SCHEDULED SESSIONS FULL BOARD 3* AND 4* ACCOMMODATION PRE-ARRANGED MATCHES AGAINST SIMILAR BASED ON 2-3 SHARING STANDARD LOCAL OPPOSITION SUPERVISORY FREE PLACES FOR THE TOUR BEHIND THE SCENES ETIHAD STADIUM TOUR ORGANISER The City Football Academy The City Football Academy (CFA), Manchester City’s youth development and first team Grade 1 Academy and Elite training centre is situated in the heart of Manchester, adjacent to the Etihad Stadium and forms part of the wider Etihad Campus - a truly inspirational environment for young players to train and play. The CFA is home to all of Manchester City’s football teams of all age groups. Two thirds of the16½ pitches on site are dedicated to youth development, supported by high quality coaching and education facilities, as well as medical and sports science services. The CFA is also a global headquarters for those in the wider City Football family, which now includes sister clubs New York City FC, Melbourne City FC and Yokohama F. Marinos. It also boasts the 7,000 capacity Academy Stadium, home to Manchester City Women’s FC and also Manchester City’s EDS side. 5 The Etihad Stadium and Club Tour As part of your visit you will be able to explore the Club’s heritage through the unique memorabilia and interactive displays, reliving the greatest moments and discovering what makes City the Club that it is today. Take your seat in the press room, sit behind the press desk and through your own eyes, experience the feelings and emotions the Manager and First Team players feel when conducting a press conference. Visit the Players’ Lounge, get warmed up in the players warm up room and then venture into the inner sanctum of the dressing room. Head into the tunnel and walk pitch side to experience the panoramic views of this magnificent stadium. “Our agreement with inspiresport provides the perfect opportunity for groups to experience a City Football Schools coaching program. We are very much looking forward to welcoming children from the UK and abroad to our home in Manchester” Brian Marwood, Managing Director of City Football Services 6 Example Package To give you one idea of a typical Man City and CFA tour experience, we have outlined a typical 3 day, 2 night package... Ground transportation in executive Use of ‘City Football Schools’ kit for air-conditioned coach throughout all training sessions at CFA the tour Behind the scenes tour of the Etihad 2 nights at the 4* Village Hotel, Ashton Stadium, including visit to official under Lyne, or similar (based on 2-3 club shop sharing) Manchester City ‘goody bag’ for all Full board meal basis (first meal is players dinner on day 1; final meal is lunch Supervisory FREE places for the on day 3) - both lunches to be taken Sports Trip Organisers at Manchester City’s CFA Academy Coach education opportunities for 4 x 90 minute training sessions on Sports Trip Organisers all aspects of play from City Football Services of an inspiresport Schools coaching staff representative throughout the tour Use of the state-of-the-art City Optional excursions available including Football Academy (CFA) facility for a visit to the National Football Museum all scheduled training sessions *Subject to schedule and availability 7 Tours to Inspire the Next Generation Why choose inspiresport? We’re here to make life easy for party leaders... Sports tour specialists Dedicated tour director Over the last 10 years we have built our We’re here to make sure your tour runs reputation and become the UK’s number perfectly, so we offer support from booking one choice for sports tours. As specialists right through to departure. Once you arrive we offer the best products and an unrivalled your dedicated bilingual tour director is level of personal service. available 24-hours a day to ensure the trip World-class connections runs smoothly. We work with the world’s elite sports clubs Help getting started and teams. This means access to awe- When you get in touch our dedicated team inspiring grounds and the best professional of regional youth development directors facilities, giving young people a chance to will offer personal support and answer any see and feel what it’s like at the top. questions. We’ll talk to you, tailor a package Professional coaching and host a presentation evening with no We offer a unique opportunity to watch obligation. and participate in training sessions with a Competitive pricing team or club’s first team coaches. Meet the We have transparent costs and guaranteed players and learn the latest techniques to tour prices with no last minute increases. get the best from your young team or group. You will also benefit from one free staff Quality accommodation place for every 10 students. Our experience allows us to offer the best Peace of mind accommodation, in quiet and safe areas, Inspiresport is ABTA and ATOL (6053) either in close proximity to the training bonded, offering security and protection on grounds or at a resort-style complex with all flights, coach and ferry packages. We are Get in touch, book your tour and enjoy the results: appropriate leisure activities available. also a fully assured member of the School Travel Forum (STF). inspiresport.com 02920 390 747 | [email protected] 6053 P6293 8.