The Ultimate Football Experience
in London
Join a one-of-a-kind football training camp.
Train with top English & European coaches and get the chance to be seen by scouts.
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Experience what it means to be a Pro Player
Get ready for the ultimate soccer experience in England.
Train, live and play like a professional football player in a community of like-minded players from all around the world at the best international summer camps in Europe.
Regardless if you're an aspiring player from the United States, Australia, Singapore, Norway, South Africa or any other corner of the world - every player that's truly committed to their journey and becoming the best player they can be, is welcome!
Our camp is designed by professional coaches that will help you develop your skills, increase your confidence and reach your goals.
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Join the Team.
Immerse yourself in a community of like-minded players. Become a better, more confident player and experience real team spirit and team training.
Meet your coaches
All our coaches are former professional players and/or highly qualified youth academy coaches that are passionate about helping you succeed.
Samir Carruthers
Ex-professional player at Aston Villa, Sheffield United, MK Dons & Oxford United.
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Ben Jacobson
Captained Blackpool FC Youth Team to the Semi-Final of the
FA Youth Cup against Arsenal FC.
Jacques Maghoma
Ex-professional player at Tottenham Hotspur, Sheffield & DR Congo national team player.
Murray Jones
Millwall FC's U16/18 coach and former U18/U21 Pro Development Phase Coach.
Please note that the selection and quantity of our coaches may vary from camp to camp according to the camp dates and number of attending players.
Observe our coaches working first hand
The Train Effective way in a nutshell:
We will help you achieve your goals by teaching you the skills you need to succeed as a player while making friends and working with a team of experts you can trust.
How do the camps work?
The Train Effective Football Camp is a football training camp that is focused on the development of each player’s full potential.
Live and train in a professional environment and get provided with everything you need to take the next step in your football journey!
Train Effective Football Philosophy
Our football philosophy aims to maximise your progress on and off the pitch and can be broken down into the following four pillars.
Technical Training
Improve your technical abilities and become the best player you can be.
Tactical Training
Gain the tactical understanding of a pro & learn how to make better decisions.
Fitness Training
Improve your physical strength, endurance, mobility and explosiveness.
Mentality Training
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Increase your confidence and
resilience - on and off the pitch.
The Camp Package
The Train Effective Football Camps provide players with a once-in-a-lifetime experience
and an abundance of features and services that are included in the camp package.
Professional Training Schedule
At our camp you will be following a structured and intense schedule like you would in any professional club or academy.
Hotel Accommodation
All our camps include hotel accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as fruits and fresh water 24/7.
High Intensity Training Sessions
The heart of the camp are the training sessions on the pitch in small groups of other like minded players, guided by our expert coaches.
Gym & Recovery Sessions
Additional to the training on the pitch you will also have access to a Gym. There you will either work on your physical abilities or use the time to speed up your recovery.
1-on-1 Feedback Sessions
with Experts
Receive personal coaching & feedback from our coaches in a private 1-on-1 feedback meeting.
Masterclass sessions
Learn how you can become a Pro football player. Develop a competitive mindset and attitude and understand what it takes to play football at the highest level.
Scouting Opportunity
Get the opportunity to present yourself in front of scouts and coaches who have connections to professional clubs and stand the chance to gain a recommendation from them.
Assessment Report
After the camp you will also receive an assessment report describing your ability following the 4-pillar analyses (technical, physical, tactical & mental).
Pro Environment
Immerse yourself in a 24/7 professional football environment and meet like-minded players from all around the world!
Improve your English skills
The main language spoken at the camp is English. This is the perfect environment to improve your language skills in a natural and friendly environment.
Stadium Tour
Attend a private Stadium Tour and get a chance to tour the stadium of one of the biggest football clubs in the country.
City Day
Explore the nearby city, its attractions and culture together with your camp mates on our city days!
Virtual Academy Membership
By reserving your spot you will receive access to the Train Effective Virtual Academy until 6 weeks after the end of your camp. (normally costs $399 per year)
Train Effective Training Kits
All Camp guests will receive two full Train Effective Training Kits (shirt, shorts, socks) - one red, one black - as well as a Train Effective hoody!
Welcome Bag
At the start of the camp you will also receive a welcome bag which will also contain a water bottle, a notebook and a pen.
Additional Service
All Train Effective Camps officially start and end at the team hotel and players are expected to make their own way to and from the camp.
But in order to ease this process for our international players who are arriving via plane, we also offer Airport Pick-Up and Drop-Off.
This service is not included in the price of the camp but has to be booked and payed for extra in advance to the camp.
Airport Pick-up and Drop-off Shuttle Service
Airport Pick-Up: 9am, 12pm, 3pm
Airport Drop-Off: 8am, 11am, 2pm
Airport: London Heathrow
Price (for both) = £50
A member of the Train Effective team will be present at the airport during these times to assist you in your arrival / departure.
In the weeks leading up to the camp we will then also communicate with you a meeting point where to meet our member of staff.
VERY IMPORTANT:
- This service needs to be booked at least 6 weeks prior to the camp
- Train Effective can only cater to players arriving / leaving during the hours named above. If players arrive outside of these hours they will either make their own way to the camp or if they choose so, upgrade to a PRIVATE Airport Pick up / Drop Off.
PRIVATE Airport Pick-up and Drop-off
If a player arrives/departs outside the hours described above or at/from a different airport than the one that's stated on the individual camp website and still needs assistance from Train Effective, he can REQUEST a Private Airport Pick-Up / Drop-Off.
Prices (per trip, Pick-Up & Drop-Off are paid separately):
London Heathrow = £250
Luton Airport = £200
London Stansted Airport = £300
Train Effective will then review the request and, if approved, create a plan specific to the individual situation of the player.
VERY IMPORTANT:
Both type of services needs to be booked at least 6 weeks prior to the camp!
Camp Schedule
Each camp follows a clear schedule that is filled with training on and off the pitch, recovery sessions, masterclasses and time for you to spend with your teammates.
Ole Bakken, 15 🇳🇴
"I attended the Train effective camp with the aim of improving my mentality and motivation for further investment in football. I am curious about my capabilities as a player and whether they rhyme with my goals and dreams. The stay was my first trip alone so a good adult education to become the best version of myself came as a bonus. I highly recommend Train Effective. I will definitely be back!"
London July/August Camp 2023
Skyler Maldano, 18 🇺🇸
"Going into the camp, I wasn’t sure what to expect but I was soon to realize how amazing this camp really was. You gain more than just knowledge and development in your football abilities, but on top of that, you gain amazing friendships with coaches and people you look forward to seeing everyday at the camp and crying from having to leave them at the end. This is an opportunity of a lifetime for anybody considering to go!"
London August Camp 2022
Alexander-Noah Eder, 19 🇦🇹
"Thank you for the most memorable three weeks of my football career. Thanks a lot to all the coaches and staff who have helped and supported us over the past 3 weeks to get the most from each individual player. I will never forget it!"
London November Camp 2021
Arman Hosseiny, 17 🇨🇦
"It has truly been an experience of a lifetime! I am grateful to have been able to share those moments with great friends from all over the world. We trained with coaches that work in the Premier League and the English divisions, and I am grateful for the opportunity to get called up to represent the local club in a match."
London November Camp 2021
Ashkan Hamzah, 17 🏴
"It's been the best three weeks of my life thanks to Train Effective! The camp was one of the best experiences of my life so far. It is definitely the best time I've ever had."
London November Camp 2021
Jose Ricardo Vasquez, 22 🇺🇸
"To all the coaches and staff for the time spent with us and BIG love to all the bros I got to share the field with, y’all the real MVPs and ima miss y’all big time. All that blood, sweat and hard work we put out there will be missed but never forgotten."
London November Camp 2021
Leo Byrne
(Parent of player Ciarán Byrne, 13 🇺🇸)
"My son was in the LA camp. He’s been talking about it non stop. It was a positive experience for both players and parents."
Los Angeles Camp, March 2021
Camp Application
Let's get it on! Please fill out the form below to apply for one of our camps. Your answers will give us a sense of whether you're a good fit from a playing level and attitude standpoint.
After submitting we will review your application & contact you via email.
What is a Train Effective Camp really like?
Youri Bal, who attended our London summer camp, is the perfect example of a player who is a complete professional both on and off the pitch.
In this video, he sits down with our player success agent Sam Shaban to discuss his experience at the camp and how he got invited to a trial match.
Upcoming Camps
Please find here an overview of our upcoming camps!
London Football Camp - June 2024
9 June - 22 June, 2024
📍London, United Kingdom
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London Football Camp - June/July 2024
23 June - 13 July, 2024
📍London, United Kingdom
London One Week Camp - July 2024
7 July - 13 July, 2024
📍London, United Kingdom
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London Football Camp - July/August 2024
14 July - 3 August, 2024
📍London, United Kingdom
London Football Camp - August 2024
4 August - 17 August, 2024
📍London, United Kingdom
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Get to know Train Effective
Train Effective was founded to help players from all around the world
to become the best footballers they can be.
We started as a Training App ...
Train Effective started as a football training app which now has more than 1.5 Million players using it to become the best players they can be!
... built the In-Residence program ...
4 years ago we then started the In-Residence program where we gave some of the players who used the app the opportunity to come to London and to live and train with us.
... and this turned it into camps all around the world!
And this In-Residence program now has turned into numerous football camps per year all around the world.
With us by your side, your chances of improving will be higher than ever.
- Our english top-tier academy coaches will teach you exactly what to do to improve your game and accelerate your football development.
- Live like a pro while we take care of everything else: 3x healthy meals per day, accommodation, gym & recovery, transportation, ...
- With the appropriate learning methods and our proven system there is no way around long-term success for players like you.
No more confusion from conflicting advice
There are far too many "experts" claiming success. With us, you will have the experience of players like Manchester Utd legend Rio Ferdinand on your side.
Openness
Respect
Perseverance
Integrity
Confidence
Gratitude
Let us tell you more about the camps!
Get contacted by our Camp Experts:
Camp FAQ
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Players will first be grouped according to age, then ability (if enough participants in the age group create multiple group levels). When players arrive at the camp they will be grouped within similar age brackets then, throughout the camp, any potential adjustments to specific groups will be dictated by the coaches evaluations of each player.
The flight tickets are not included in the price since we have players coming to the camp from all around the world and some players don't even need to come by plane.
Players should arrive on the first scheduled day of the camp. This is crucial as they will go through registration and room assignments while meeting the staff and coaches, who will conduct the general camp orientation. The final day of the camp will be exclusively for departures and thus all players should leave on this day. Please be mindful of and double check the dates of the camp before booking travel arrangements.
Should a player choose to arrive late or depart early from the camp, they should notify camp staff of this ahead of time. There are no refunds or partial refunds for unaccounted for days. Likewise, should a player choose to arrive early or depart later, they must do so only at their own discretion. Train Effective will not be responsible for players outside of the designated camp dates.
The items listed below are suggestions based on a one-week stay at one of the camps. Players should make the appropriate adjustments to accommodate their specific stay. Please mark all clothing with the player’s name.
- football boots (please check the camp booklet to make sure you have the right kind)
- running shoes
- shin pads
- sunscreen
- personal toiletries
- earplugs
- cell phone charger (+ adapter)
- swimsuit
- towel
- hat / cap
- sports bag
- extra (spare) training shorts & shirts
- sandals / flip-flops
- personal clothing
- warmer clothing (jackets/pants)
- foam roller (optional)
There are no necessities which require participants to bring money to the camp, however players can do so if they wish to do so. Some typical uses for money at the camp are: one-time sim cards, items in the camp store, weekend excursions, coin-operated laundry machines, snacks or souvenirs or airline baggage fees.
Airport pick up and drop off is not included in the camp package. This extra service has to be booked and payed for extra at least 6 weeks before the start of the camp. Please click here for more details.
Train Effective relinquishes all liability for participants’ belongings throughout the duration of the camp - each individual will be responsible for their own personal possessions. We therefore recommend that all valuables and sentimental items be left at home. Where possible, we also highly encourage that participants preemptively deposit money into their bank accounts, rather than carrying excess cash. Some players may wish to travel with items such as electronic games, cameras, tablets, etc. however, in the case of loss, theft or broken items Train Effective declines all responsibilities. Players can minimise these risks by ensuring that all possessions are kept within the security of their rooms at all times.
As there will be two or three participants per room, of course it would be possible to make a roommate request! All of the participants involved must request each other as their roommate for us to be able to facilitate any request, though. All request information will be transmitted to the camp staff. Please remind the member of staff at check-in that you have made the request. The camp will attempt to honour any roommate request but cannot guarantee the fulfilment of all requests.
All staff members stay on campus throughout the duration of the session programmes. If a problem arises, a staff member will always be easily accessible to
assist. Can I leave the camp area? At no point are those under the age of 18 allowed to leave the camp premises while unattended. For those over the age of 18 it is possible, but still not recommended. Those who wish to depart the campus must seek proper authorisation and sign-out before departure; signing in again upon their return.
At the Train Effective Showcase Camp in London, you will have the chance to be seen and evaluated by our coaches who have connections to clubs all over Europe. Additionally to their individual feedback, you will also receive a full assessment report which will outline your specific strengths and weaknesses. Combined with the Train Effective app, this scouting report can serve you as a blueprint for moving forward in your training after the camp.
However: if you're not a UK citizen there are certain regulations that have to be met in order to be able to get signed directly for a club in the Premier League and other professional leagues in England. You first need to successfully apply for a GBE (Governing Body Endorsement) with the FA before the Home Office will consider issuing a work permit. Only after having received this work visa, you will be allowed to play in England. The best way of achieving this is by playing at a very high level in your own country.
That being said, Train Effective's network is wide-ranging and connects to different countries in & outside of Europe. If Train Effective or its partners deem a player to have the capabilities to play at the highest level, we will make every effort to recommend the player to other clubs in countries where he is legally allowed to play.
At the end of the day, our #1 intention is to help every player regardless of their circumstances.
At the start of the camp, you will receive two training kits - one red & one black. They will be worn alternating, starting with Red on Tuesday, Black on Wednesday, Red on Thursday, and so on. The used training kit will then be collected in the evening (before 6pm), washed and returned in the evening on the next day.
Please inform us about any dietary requirements in the according section in the Player Profile or by proactively informing Train Effective at least 6 weeks before the start of the camp.
If you fail to do so, Train Effective will not be able to cater to any dietary requirements and you will only receive the standard meals like any other player.
All deposits and final payments must be made no less than 12 weeks before the start of a Train Effective Football Camp. Applicants who do not pay in full before this date will lose their place and any initial deposits made. Under normal conditions, all deposit payments made towards a Camp are non-refundable.
Applicants will only be considered for a refund under the following circumstance:
Repeated visa rejection despite a formally correct application; an official letter of rejection from the embassy is required.
If you feel you that you qualify for a refund, please fill out our Refund Request Form. Train Effective will then review your submission and contact you with a final decision. If an applicant's refund request is successful, they will be refunded 85% of the total paid fee. They will also be given full access to a Pro account on the Train Effective app for 12 months, as a gesture of goodwill.
All of the necessary preparation requirements for a Camp are made well in advance. Due to the limited number of players accepted onto each programme, every effort is made by the Train Effective team to arrange, book and coordinate the accommodation, pitch, transport, meals, coaches and camp activities in accordance with the number of involved participants.
Train Effective understands, though, that unforeseen circumstances may hinder a participant's ability to attend their chosen Camp. Therefore, if necessary, participants will be able to reschedule to any other Camp, within a 24-month period after the start of the original camp you’ve signed up for initially. If a prospective player would like to switch Camps, Train Effective asks that they make this intention known no less than 12 weeks prior to the start of their original Camp choice. All cancellation attempts made less than 12 weeks prior to the start of a Camp will be refused.
Train Effective has the right to reschedule a Camp to a later date for the benefit of all attendees, or if an event outside of its control prevents the facilitation of the Camp. In such an event, participants will be notified at least 4 weeks in advance and will be able to either request a refund or reschedule to a later Camp.
In the unfortunate event of an injury or illness shortly before the start of the camp, it is required to provide a medical certificate stating that you are prohibited to do any sports because of your condition.
In this case participants will be able to reschedule to any other future Camp, within a 24-month period after the start of the original camp you’ve signed up for initially.
As by this time Train Effective will have already prepared everything for your arrival, this is only possible up to 14 days before the start of the camp, so Train Effective still has the chance to find a replacement for your spot. Afterward this deadline passed,, the player is not eligible for being rescheduled to another camp but it's only under the complete discretion of Train Effective to give the player credits for a future camp.
If you still want additional cover in case something happens during these 2 weeks before the camp, we recommend an independent travel insurance covering you in this event.
Train Effective will always do its best to help you recover. Train Effective will still, however, expect you to complete your stay in its entirety. Alternatively, Train Effective will arrange performance-improving activities in these cases. Once a camp commences, the whole stay is vested in its entirety (e.g. you may not leave after three days into your 14-day stay and do the 11-days at a later period).
In very exceptional cases (e.g. death of a family member, injury requiring immediate surgery) participants will be give, at the discretion of Train Effective, camp credit to attend a future Camp at another time.
Depending on your nationality, it may be a necessary prerequisite for you to attain a visa prior to your arrival at a Camp. Please use the appropriate redirect link below to check this If you are unsure if you require a visa:
- For a Camp in the United Kingdom (https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa)
- For a Camp in the United States (https://www.usa.gov/enter-us)
If a visa is required, it is the participant's responsibility to ensure that it is attained prior to arrival. Train Effective can assist you in the visa application process by providing an Official Letter of Invitation, upon request, which can be attached as evidence within your application.
It is a participant's prerogative to commence the visa application process at any time, to minimise the risk of complications, Train Effective recommends that this process is completed at least 12 weeks in advance of the commencement date of a Camp. After this point, all preparations will be finalised and participants will be unable to cancel. Train Effective will therefore not be liable for any losses incurred by the participant as a result of an unsuccessful visa application. Likewise, should you submit your application after the recommended 12 week deadline and be unsuccessful in attaining your visa, your deposit will not be refunded.
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