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World-class coaching. Outstanding facilities. An unforgettable summer.
Mercia Football Summer Camp at Loughborough Grammar School
This summer, Loughborough Grammar School is proud to host Mercia Football Camp, one of the UK’s leading residential football programmes for young players aged 10–17. Set in the heart of England, our historic campus provides the perfect backdrop for an immersive football and cultural experience combining elite coaching and excellent teaching in a supportive environment for international and UK students alike.
Mercia Football camps are designed to develop confident, creative and independent young people. With expert coaching, exceptional facilities, and a full residential experience, players leave with improved skills, lifelong friendships, and memories that last well beyond the final whistle.
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Camp Programmes
Development Camp (Ages 10–13)
A dynamic and enjoyable introduction to elite-style training. Players build confidence, learn to express themselves on the pitch, and develop key technical skills through high-energy sessions, challenges, and small-sided games. A perfect blend of learning and fun.
Performance Camp (Ages 13–17)
Designed for ambitious players ready to elevate their game. Daily sessions combine technical refinement, tactical understanding and position-specific development. Players are grouped by age and ability to ensure challenge, progress, and purposeful competition.
Goalkeeper Camp (All Ages)
A fully immersive experience for aspiring goalkeepers. Training covers handling, positioning, distribution, shot-stopping and match realism through integrated outfield sessions. The programme builds confident, composed and commanding keepers, on and off the pitch.
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Boarding
Players stay in boarding houses on campus with communal lounges. Rooms are a mix of 2 or 3 person rooms, with requests accommodated where possible. Players can relax and join fun evening activities organised by our staff, including EA FC tournaments, table tennis competitions, and group quizzes, providing a chance to unwind, socialise, and have fun with friends. Players also enjoy one full-day excursion and one half-day excursion per week.
Half Day Excursions
Football & Culture
Visit St George’s Park, home of English football, and watch live football matches if scheduling allows. Excursions include opportunities to experience English Culture, from exploring significant towns and cities to visiting iconic landmarks, combining football inspiration with memorable cultural experiences.
Full- Day Excursions
Culture, fun & adventure
Creating unforgettable memories. Players get to enjoy a day at a theme park, explore London, or tour a Premier League stadium, gaining inspiration from the home of elite football.
Safe, supportive and supervised
Our 24/7 welfare team ensures players are happy, supported and safe at all times. Qualified medical staff are on hand to care for injuries and guide recover, while coaches make sure players stay hydrated and fuels with nutritious meals designed for young athletes.
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World Class Facilities
Just a short walk from Loughborough Grammar School, players will train at Loughborough University, ranked the #1 university in the world for sports.
With a 523-acre campus packed with world-class facilities, from all-weather pitches and indoor athletics centres to a 50m Olympic standard swimming pool and the elite Powerbase Gym – it’s the ultimate environment to develop skills, fitness, and tactical awareness.
Elite football teams from the top leagues across Europe regularly choose Loughborough for their pre-season camps, making this an unmatched opportunity for aspiring players to train where the best prepare for competition. Players experience the same professional environment that produces Olympians and elite athletes, pushing them to reach the next level.
Choose Your Camp
Choose your camp
Football with English
For players looking to enhance both football and communication skills.
Practical, football-themed language tasks including match analysis, interviews, and commentary.
Students learn the language of football while gaining confidence in real-life situations both in the classroom and on the pitch.
Up to 24 hours of expert coaching
13 hours of interactive English lessons per week
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Total Football
For those focused purely on football performance and mindset.
13 hours of workshops on tactics, performance, and sports psychology.
A complete football education blending practical skill development with theory, recovery, and athletic conditioning.
Up to 24 hours of high-intensity coaching
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Your Coaches
All with over 15 years’ experience working in professional clubs. Each brings exceptional knowledge, dedication, and a player-centred approach to every session, ensuring every athlete develops skill, confidence, and a deeper understanding of the game.
UEFA A Licensed
Shamus Beaglehole
Currently coaching in a Category 1 Premier League Academy, Shay specialises in youth development and elite performance, helping players reach their full potential.
UEFA A Licensed
Perry Wild
Perry has coached players who now compete in top European leagues and for national teams. Also with expertise in Sports Science, he strives to develop technical, physical and personal growth through a holistic approach.
UEFA A Licensed
Brian Quailey
A former professional player with clubs including Doncaster Rovers and West Brom, Brian now coaches at Leicester City Academy, bringing pro-level insight to young athletes.
UEFA B Licensed
Govinda Sharma
With experience at Leicester City and Notts County, Gov combines coaching with performance analysis, supporting professional clubs nationwide in structured player development.
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How to Book
If you have any questions, or require further information on the Mercia Summer Camp, please contact merciafootball@outlook.com.
- 27 July – 2 August
- 2 August – 9 August
- 27 July – 9 August
To enquire or reserve a place, please contact the Mercia Football team:
Email: merciafootball@outlook.com
Call: +44 7392 557839
