MANCHESTER UNITED SOCCER SCHOOLS CAMPS 2014

LEARN ENGLISH PLAY FOOTBALL

LEARN ENGLISH PLAY FOOTBALL

“THE EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME”

This is how many of our students have described their English and Football camp. Our intensive two-week camps are crammed full of activity and education, providing a spring or summer study-break in England that will be remembered forever.

FOR 8-17 YEAR OLDSEach morning students receive football coaching from the world-famous Manchester United Soccer Schools. No matter what their ability, they undergo a comprehensive course covering technique, tactics, physical, mental and social elements of the game in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Our students never forget learning to play the United way!

Afternoons are allocated to English lessons, delivered using our customised football-themed syllabus. Students are grouped according to ability so that they can all improve quickly. The interactive sessions cover grammar and vocabulary but also place a large emphasis on conversational English.

After an evening football session there’s a chance to socialise and enjoy activities with students from across the globe. This is a great opportunity to experience different cultures and gain social confidence.Accommodation in one of our carefully selected regional centres completes the experience along with various activities and excursions.

Student welfare is a top priority. MUSS understands the needs of young people travelling away from home. In liaison with the Manchester United F.C.’s Children’s Services Officer we have dedicated teams to care for all young players on and off the field in a safe and secure environment. From the time they arrive, to when they are packing their bags on the last day, our students are well looked after, motivated and happy. They discover England, stay active and speak English - the perfect combination for a study break.

We want to thank sincerely all personnel of the camp, especially teachers and trainers, and also cooks! My son has so many fine memories! And the photos are so beautiful! We wish you good luck in everything! And thanks for such interesting excursions.

Elena Kaporskaya, 2013 (mother of Bradfield student)

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LESSONS

• Students per group: maximum of 16• Students grouped by: English language

ability• Classroom tuition per week: 12.5 hours• Conversational English during football:

18 hours • English language skills covered:

Speaking, reading, writing, vocabulary and grammar

• Support materials provided: personal workbook and end-of-camp reports

The curriculum is designed so that students learn more

effectively, because the subjects covered in the lessons are related to something they are already interested in: sport.

Lessons are delivered in an interactive, task-based manner using the latest classroom technology. Well-qualified, enthusiastic teachers with native-level language skills motivate and engage students throughout the sessions.

At the start of each camp all students take a short language test which is used to place them in an appropriate class. At the end of the camp, students take home their workbook to show parents and friends what they have learnt.

Each student receives an individual assessment from their tutor with advice on how to further develop their language skills. All the students should be able to see a clear improvement by the end of the camp.

The project work carried out by students in our most advanced classes helps to prepare them for examinations such as; IGCE, IELTS, Trinity, and ESB. The focus on communication skills helps to prepare students for the full range of Cambridge and Trinity examinations.

“I would like to thank you all for the great MUSS Easter Camp you organized and provided for the kids, and for the great experience you gave them which they will never forget! All Bulgarian kids really enjoyed their stay and came back not only with exciting memories and new friends but with significantly improved football and language skills that will take them on a new level in their development.”

Denitsa Prodanova, 2013 (mother of Bradfield student)

Following a tailor-made curriculum focused on football, our English language classes are unique. Students are motivated to develop their English language with the same enthusiasm they have for football.

FOOTBALL COACHING

• Students per group: maximum of 16• Football coaching per week: 18 hours

approximately, depending on fitness levels of players

• Kit provided: 2 Manchester United Soccer Schools training shirts, 2 pairs of shorts, 2 pairs of socks, 1 waterproof jacket, water bottle, player book

• Kit required: shin guards, 2 pairs of boots for grass (long studs), training shoes, additional football clothing

LEARN TO LIVE, TRAIN AND PLAY THE UNITED WAY

We teach players how to build up a range of skills, movements and techniques comparable with Manchester United 1st team training. Coaching sessions are designed to allow repetition of these fundamental actions in a fun and exciting way which constantly challenges and motivates players.

We help players to develop the courage and confidence to express their ability in games. We help them to understand and learn from their mistakes. The camps represent a completely international soccer environment with English being the spoken language for players from more than 60 countries.

THE COACHESManchester United Soccer Schools coaches are selected and trained in Manchester. Every coach is UEFA-qualified and possesses the qualities required by Manchester United to coach young players. Many MUSS coaches have worked around the world and are used to coaching, communicating with and motivating players of all ages and backgrounds.

• 8-11: Junior• 12-14: Senior• 15-17: Youth

Players are divided into the following age groups:

MANCHESTER UNITED SOCCER SCHOOLS CENTRAL

Rugby School is one of the great British academic institutions. Founded during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, its splendid history is reflected in its stately buildings, classrooms and courtyards. The school takes its name from the historic market town of Rugby, and is based in an area known as The Heart of England.

Accommodation is mostly single or double rooms, with some larger rooms for younger students. There is a 25m, 6 lane swimming pool; a large sports hall for indoor sport; two outdoor, all-weather, floodlit synthetic pitches for tennis and football; and 13 football pitches.

RUGBY SCHOOL, NEAR BIRMINGHAM

• Camp duration: 14 days, 13 nights• Closest airports: Birmingham (29

miles/47km), Luton (56 miles/90km), Heathrow (86 miles/138km)

• Types of rooms available: single and twin bedrooms

• Bathroom facilities: shared• Meals: 3 meals a day and an evening

snack. Vegetarian options at every meal as well as choices of hot meat or fish dishes, seasonal vegetables, salads, bread, desserts and fruit

• Facilities available at the venue: common room with TV, swimming pool, indoor sports centre, tennis courts

• Team photograph: every player receives a mounted colour photograph of his training group and coach

• Internet access: free Wi-Fi available • Shop on site: camp shop, open

every day• Laundry facilities: yes

EXCURSIONS

• Full-day excursion to Alton Towers adventure theme park

• Full-day excursion to Old Trafford stadium including the Manchester United megastore

• Half-day excursion to the England FA’s National Football Centre, St Georges Park

MUSS CENTRAL CAMP DATES

Sun 6 July – Sat 19 July Sun 20 July – Sat 2 Aug Sun 3 Aug – Sat 16 Aug

Manchester

Birmingham

London

Rugby School

MANCHESTER UNITED SOCCER SCHOOLS SOUTH

• Camp duration: 14 days, 13 nights • Closest airport: Heathrow (35

miles/56km), Gatwick (63 miles/101km)• Types of rooms available: twin/triple

bedrooms • Bathroom facilities: shared and

private bathrooms available • Meals: 3 meals a day and an evening

snack. Vegetarian options at every meal as well as choices of hot meat or fish dishes, seasonal vegetables, salads, bread, desserts and fruit

• Facilities available at the venue: common room with TV, swimming pool, indoor sports centre, table football

• Team photograph: every player receives a mounted colour photograph of his training group and coach

• Internet access: free Wi-Fi available• Shop on site: camp shop, open

every day• Laundry Facilities: yes, for a small fee

EXCURSIONS• Full-day excursion to Chessington World

of Adventures theme park• Full-day excursion to Old Trafford

stadium including the Manchester United megastore

• Half-day excursion to Wembley Stadium

BRADFIELD COLLEGE, NEAR LONDONLocated 35 miles west of Heathrow Airport and situated in the village of Bradfield, Berkshire, Bradfield College was founded by Thomas Stevens, Rector and Lord of the Manor of Bradfield, and is one of the leading private schools in England. Bradfield provides modern, comfortable accommodation.

Football is the major sport, with superb all-round sports and leisure facilities that are perfectly equipped for spring and summer football camps. These include a double sized Sports Hall, a 25m indoor pool, an indoor Tennis Centre with three courts, two floodlit All Weather Pitches, dance studio and conditioning room.

MUSS SOUTH CAMP DATES

Mon 30 Jun – Sun 13 July Mon 14 July – Sun 27 July Mon 28 July – Sun 10 Aug Mon 11 Aug – Sun 24 Aug

Manchester

Birmingham

LondonBradfield College

TRAVEL INFORMATION FOR ALL CAMPS

Airport transfersAirport transfers can be booked on an individual or group basis. Contact CMT Learning for more information.

Visa support lettersCMT Learning are accredited by the British Accreditation Council for Independent Further and Higher Education, so we are authorised by the UK Border Agency to issue Visa Support Letters when required.

WHAT HAPPENS ON YOUR MANCHESTER UNITED SOCCER SCHOOLS CAMP

Programmes vary, but typically it is football every morning and English in the afternoon, with trips, activities and more football in the evenings and on weekends. The schedule is designed to give players plenty of time for football and English but also time to enjoy being with their new friends and being in England. The staff make sure that players get enough rest and downtime.

All excursions are supervised by our staff - we have chosen these trips based on the great feedback we have had over the years. The highlight is usually the visit to Old Trafford and the specially arranged stadium tour!

DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7 DAY 8 DAY 9 DAY 10 DAY 11 DAY 12 DAY 13 DAY 14

Arrivals

Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast BreakfastBreakfast

Breakfast Breakfast

Excursion

Presentation

To Skills Winner

and Language Diploma

Welcome

presentation

Soccer session

English classes

Soccer session

Soccer session

Excursion

On site activities

Soccer session

Soccer session

Soccer session

English exit tests

Departures

Soccer session

Lunch Lunch Lunch

Excursion

Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch

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MUSS tournament

English classes

entry test

English classes

English classes

English classes

English classes

English classes

English classes

English classes

Football activity

Free time

Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner

MUSS mini

tournament

Soccer session

Soccer session

Soccer session

Soccer session

Soccer session

Games evening

Soccer session

SeminarSoccer session

Soccer session

1 on 2 player review

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Will my child get spotted by Manchester United and become a Manchester United player? The main objective of every Manchester United Soccer Schools camp is for all players to achieve success regardless of ability. Camps are not designed for talent identification. However, we are confident that a player will leave with the knowledge and skills to continue to improve.

How does the football coaching work? Camps are open to players of all abilities. The MUSS coaches are UEFA-qualified and trained by Manchester United. All players play within specific age groups with a maximum of 16 per group. They have the same MUSS coach throughout the camp.

Can my child stay for more than 2 weeks? Each camp lasts 2 weeks, so if students would like to stay for longer, they can book 2 successive camps and stay for a total of 4 weeks.

Will my child meet any Manchester United players? Unfortunately not. Manchester United players are either on tour or on holiday at this time of year!

Will my child need pocket money? This is entirely up to you. All the food and accommodation is provided, along with all the excursions. Students may wish to bring some money for souvenirs and extra drinks/snacks.

How can I contact my child on site? We recommend that each child has their own phone to contact you from. The camp will also have an emergency contact phone and you will be given that number before the camp starts.

What happens to my child’s passport and valuables? We ask for passports, tickets, money and valuables when they check in. All valuables will be kept in the camp ‘bank’

and given out at certain times of the day.

What happens if my child is unwell or injured? Our staff will assess the severity of the child’s condition. We will make the decision as to whether the child needs to see a doctor or needs treatment at the local hospital. If emergency treatment is needed, we make every effort to contact parents/guardians beforehand.

Will football kit be provided? Yes, each child receives Manchester United socks, shorts, training top, rain jacket, water bottle and bag. Note; boots and shin pads are NOT provided but are required.

Does my child need a certain level of English? No. We encourage you to prepare your child that he/she will be spoken to in English for the majority of time on camp. Children are put into English teaching groups based on ability after an entry test on arrival.

Is there a laundry service on site? Yes. Depending on the venue, this is either free or a small fee is charged. Staff will ensure children are putting out their clothes to wash.

Is there accessible internet/Wi-Fi? Depending on the venue, children can either access free Wi-Fi around site or have access to an IT computer room. The times of use are limited.

Who will my child be sharing a room with? We arrange room shares by age. We have a strict policy on age and gender-sharing in rooms. We try to accommodate room requests where we can but this

cannot be guaranteed and we look for your understanding when this is not possible.

Will there be a member of staff to greet my child at the airport? Yes. All airport transfers booked through us will be greeted by a member of our staff who will ensure they transfer safely to camp.

Will my child be allowed off site? Children are not routinely allowed off site. They can be signed out by a parent with prior warning. The only time they leave site is when the whole camp are out on excursions together. This is usually 3 times on a 2 week camp.

Can parents/guardians visit children during their stay? Yes, there is an allocated visit day when parents are invited to come and watch football and see their child.

Are all meals provided? Yes. 3 meals a day are provided on-site with plenty of options. On excursions they will receive a packed lunch. Menus take into account the amount of activity and sport played. Vegetarian options are offered as well as choices of hot meat or fish dishes, seasonal vegetables, salads, bread, desserts and fruit. Players are also given an evening snack.

Can you meet my child at the airport? Here is our procedure:• Visit our website to book your camp• After booking, purchase an airport transfer

through your online account• Provide us with details of your flight in your

online account• On arrival, a designated member of staff

will be there to greet your child, and an arranged taxi or coach will transport your child to camp

• At departure we will escort your child to the airport and check them in

How can I book onto the camp?

Please make a booking online: www.manchesterunitedsoccerschools.com

For enquiries, call us on +44(0)161 222 1036

EXPERIENCE OLD TRAFFORD FIRST HAND

EVER WANTED TO PLAY AT OLD TRAFFORD?Players take part in a series of skills challenges held at every camp and could be walking out in front of 76,000 fans at the World Skills Final at Old Trafford! Designed by the club’s coaches and players, the challenges allow every player, regardless of age, to compete on level terms. One player from each camp will win a place at the World Skills Final, held in Manchester every year.

• Tour of AON Training Complex (1st team training facility)

• Participate in the World Skills Competition • Play on the famous Old Trafford pitch • Attend a Premier League game• Watch Manchester United Academy games • Hotel accommodation for player and a parent or

guardian (flights and transfers not included)

THE COMPLETE MANCHESTER UNITED EXPERIENCE!The trip to OLD TRAFFORD includes an exclusive end-of-camp presentation inside the famous Theatre of Dreams! A behind-the-scenes Stadium tour and visit to the Museum and Megastore completes the camp in style. Every child will get to experience this truly fantastic trip, exclusive to Manchester United Soccer Schools. Parents are also invited to watch, to feel a part of their child’s amazing day.

WEMBLEY STADIUM Includes access to Wembley’s historical treasures such as the 1966 World Cup crossbar, the Jules Rimet Trophy commemorating England’s World Cup glory and much more. MUSS South only.

OTHER EXCURSIONS

NATIONAL FOOTBALL CENTRE, ST GEORGE’S PARK This outstanding facility is home to all 24 England teams while they train ahead of international fixtures. MUSS Central only.

ALTON TOWERS & CHESSINGTON The UK’s biggest, most visited theme parks, featuring a wide range of exciting rides and adventures.

PASTORAL CARE

TAKE THE MEMORIES HOME!As well as returning home with an English language workbook and Manchester United Soccer Schools football kit, every player receives a mounted colour photograph of his training group and coach.

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MUSS COACHESCoaches look after the children throughout the football coaching programme, and travel with them on some excursions, including Old Trafford.

ENGLISH TEACHERSThe teaching team looks after the children in the classroom, and assists the pastoral care team at other times - early morning, at meal times, on excursions, and at bedtime.

PASTORAL CARE TEAMThe team looks after the children at all other times. Pastoral carers live in the same accommodation as the children and are on call 24/7 for any problem that arises. They are accessible to every child and ready to provide help, advice and reassurance whenever needed. Every pastoral care team includes at least one qualified physiotherapist to deal with minor injuries or illness.

Taking care of your children is our number one priority. We aim to provide every child with the support and reassurance he needs. We know that for many children this is the first time they have been away from home. The first day or two can be anxious for both children and parents. This is why we have three teams of staff on our camps to provide different types of care at all times.

MANCHESTER UNITED SOCCER SCHOOLS - CENTRALSun 6 July – Sat 19 July Sun 20 July – Sat 2 Aug Sun 3 Aug – Sat 16 Aug

MANCHESTER UNITED SOCCER SCHOOLS - SOUTHMon 30 Jun – Sun 13 July Mon 14 July – Sun 27 July Mon 28 July – Sun 10 Aug Mon 11 Aug – Sun 24 Aug

In 2013, players from all these countries came to our football camps...

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PLEASE BOOK ONLINE AT: www.manchesterunitedsoccerschools.com

FOR ENQUIRIES, CALL THE OFFICE ON:+44(0)161 222 1036