Oakham is close to Rutland Water, one of Europe’s largest man-made lakes-these are used for a variety of water sports which students can enjoy on our adventure course. It is also near to Cambridge with its world famous university and numerous sites and monuments. The town provides a safe environment for students to get familiar with English country life, whilst still bustling with activity. Packed with heritage and history there is plenty to explore and a number of cafés, restaurants and shops to relax in after a busy day
About the Course
This unique course includes coaching and interaction with some of the stars of world football! Open to students of all abilities and fans of all clubs this course includes a full-day excursion to a London Football Stadium, a free kit pack including socks, shorts and a shirt.
Students will benefit from individual sessions with Mark Wright, former Liverpool and England defender.
COACHED BY EX-INTERNATIONAL PLAYERS
The coaching programme has been written exclusively for Stafford House Study Holidays by football legend Michael Owen and will be overseen by ex-Liverpool Captain and England International Mark Wright, alongside other fully qualified and experienced coaches.
THE COURSE FEATURES: •
This programme gives students an opportunity to improve their football skills under the guidance of specialist Red Star football coaches. • Coaching sessions are carried out by specialist coaches working directly with three groups of players: Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 in order to maximise the potential of all players.
Individual sessions with Mark Wright, former Liverpool and England defender.
THE LANGUAGE COURSE • The academic programme is dynamic, interactive and designed to build confidence and motivate students. • Linking our activities and excursions to classroom learning enables students to put what they have learnt straight into practice. • In addition to formal language input, the course will involve pair and group work as well as role plays and opportunities to use the language practically.
PACKAGE INCLUDES: (Arrival day - Sunday)
15 hours of English per week based on football
15 hours of football coaching
1 full day excursion to a London Football Stadium
Coaching team capable of identifying and recommending suitably talented students for trials and further opportunities in football
The end of course presentation event will include the chance to win a shirt signed by Michael Owen, along with associated trophies.
A free kit pack including socks, shorts and a shirt.
Full Residential Accommodation with full meals
Evening Activities
Registration fee.
Shared return transfers for the student only, to and from London airports or St Pancras on scheduled flights/trains. (Please arrive between 9 am and 5pm)
Comprehensive Insurance
1 Week option also available (£ 1,940)
Supplements:
Unaccompanied Minor Transfer Supplement (each way) - £200
Damage Deposit (Payable at centre, per person, in local currency) - £30
About the School
Founded in 1584, Oakham School has established a reputation for academic and sporting excellence.
The school buildings are located in beautiful surroundings around the town centre, with all the desired amenities on the doorstep for students to enjoy.
Residential accommodation is onsite, in small boarding houses and most rooms are singles or twins with shared bathrooms.
Sports facilities onsite include an indoor swimming pool, sports hall, tennis courts and extensive sports fields making it a great choice for students keen to participate in sporting activities
