Football-mad youngsters of all playing abilities are invited to learn new skills and make friends at Oxford United in the Community’s half-term holiday camps next month.
The football club’s official charity will return to The Oxford Academy in Littlemore between Monday, February 13, and Friday, February 17 and Easington Sports FC in Banbury to deliver its fun, engaging and inclusive football-based programme.
Suitable for children aged 4 to 13, the camps teach new football skills and techniques in a supportive and friendly environment. Drills focus on the development of agility, balance and coordination with emphasis placed on the comfort, safety and enjoyment of all participants.
Rob Porter, Oxford United in the Community’s newly appointed Lead Community Coach, has encouraged parents and carers to book now to avoid disappointment.
He said: “Our half-term football camps are a fantastic way for youngsters to learn new skills, make friends and keep active during the school holidays.
“There are a number of shining examples of personal and technical development from our camps in recent years and it has been great fun to be involved in delivery through my previous role with the charity.
“We’ve developed an all-new activity list designed for players of all abilities so everyone has the opportunity to reach their true potential by harnessing the power of the Oxford United badge and football.
“Spaces are quickly filling up, so we are strongly advising parents wishing to book either a session or a full week of activities to do so now and reserve a space. We look forward to welcoming everyone very soon!”
Full details of next month’s Easter holiday camp are listed below:
The Oxford Academy, Monday, February 13 – Friday, February 17
- Venue – The Oxford Academy School, Sandy Lane West, Littlemore, Oxford, OX4 6JZ.
- Times – 9am until 3pm each day. Sign-in open at 8.45am, parents should not drop their children off earlier than this time as there will be no supervision.
- The dome and sports hall will be used, so children should bring indoor trainers and appropriate 3G footwear.
- £30 per day, or £99 for the entire week!
- Book here!
Easington Sports FC, Tuesday, February 14 – Thursday, February 16
- Venue – Easington Sports FC, Addison Road, Banbury, OX16 9DH.
- Times – 9am until 3pm each day. Sign-in open at 8.45am, parents should not drop their children off earlier than this time as there will be no supervision.
- This is an indoor camp and will take place in the sports hall only each day.
- £25 per day, or £55 for the entire week!
- Book here!
All Oxford United in the Community coaches are FA qualified and have up to date safeguarding, first-aid training and CRC checks. Children need to bring their own football kit, including shin-pads, boots, trainers plus lunch and drinks.
Oxford United in the Community is the football club’s official charity and helps inspire people to live happier and healthier lives in better connected communities using the power of football.