Built on the philosophy and training programme of the Manchester City Academy, City Football Schools Abu Dhabi & Dubai offers boys and girls, from 3 to 18 years old, an opportunity to improve their football skills, stay healthy, make friends and have lots of fun in a positive and friendly learning environment, under the guidance and supervision of fully qualified City Football coaches.
Player Pathway
Course
Ages 3 - 4
City Move
to Play
An introduction to football for young children who are new to the game and show an interest in playing football. We concentrate on young players FUNdamental movements in a safe, social and fun environment.
Our coaches work closely with parents and carers, allowing each child to grow in confidence and belief, resulting in independent and keen athletes beginning their football journey with the City Football Schools.
A recreation programme for all ages and abilities, City Football Schools helps players improve their skills, build self-confidence, make new friends and be part of a team.
Our professional coaches are trained to the highest MCFC standards and allow players to be creative and learn in a fun environment.
A programme where girls can benefit from the same methodology used by City Football Group Women's teams. Open to all ages from 5-16 years and teams are selected each term.
An invitation only programme. Players are selected from the City Football Schools based on their technical/tactical, physical, social and mental maturity and grouped with players of similar abilities so that they can be challenged further.
An invitation only programme recognising and grouping young players with talent/potential, City Select Squads is aimed at developing individuals within a competitive team environment and further challenging players through a comprehensive games programme.
Don't miss out on the new season - it starts on the 2nd September with 4 venues across the capital. Register your place fast via the book now option above..
The Coaches
Simon Hewitt
Burnley, England
Head of Football Operations and Designated Safeguarding Officer - MENA
UEFA B License and UEFA B license in Goal Keeping FA Youth Awards 1-3 Project Management Diploma in Sports Business
12 years service with Manchester City Football Club and City Football Group
Lewis Childs
Manchester, England
Football Delivery Manager
UEFA A License Full Youth Award Degree in Sports Coaching
11 years service with Manchester City Football Club and City Football Group
Chris McCarthy
Liverpool, England
Head Coach - Dubai
UEFA B License Full Youth Award ProZone Analysis
8 years service with Manchester City Football Club and City Football Group
Kristian Mahon
Manchester, England
Operations Manager
UEFA B License FA Youth Awards 1-3
7 years service with Manchester City Football Club and City Football Group
Gary Challinor
Chesterfield, England
Community Development Manager
UEFA B License Full Youth Award Masters in Education
5 years service with City Football Group
Jonny Marsh
Manchester, England
Select Squads Coordinator - Abu Dhabi
UEFA B License Full Youth Award China Reality TV star
13 years service with Manchester City Football Club and City Football Group
Ross Bond
Manchester, England
Development Squads Coordinator - Abu Dhabi
UEFA B License Full Youth Award Represented England in Futsal at National level
10 years service with Manchester City Football Club and City Football Group
George Miller
Preston
Programs Coordinator - Abu Dhabi
FA Level 2 BS PE & School Sport MSc Coaching Science
Over 6 years professional playing career and 5 years in coaching and development role
Mark Knowles
Manchester
Programs Coordinator - Dubai
UEFA B License Full Youth Award BA (Hons) Sports, Culture and Society
5 years service with Manchester City Football Club and City Football Group
Jamie Livesey
Manchester, England
3 - 7 Years Age Group Coordinator - Abu Dhabi
FA Level 2 FA Youth Modules 1-3 Foundation Degree specialising in Sport & Exercise Science
4 years service with City Football Group
Joshua Woodman
Manchester
3 - 8 Years Age Group Coordinator - Dubai
UEFA B License FA international Award Level 2 BA (Hons) Sports and PE
Over 10 years experience within teaching and sports coaching both UK and International
Ben Graham
Manchester, England
8 - 12 Years Age Group Coordinator - Abu Dhabi
FA Level 2 FA Youth Modules 1-3 International Experience across several countries
4 years service with City Football Group
Lewis Barlow
Manchester
9 - 16 Years Age Group Coordinator - Dubai
FA Level 2 FA Youth Modules 1-3 BND Sports and Fitness
Over 10 years experience within football coaching roles both UK and International
Liam Robinson
Blackpool
13-16 Years Age Group Coordinator - Abu Dhabi
UEFA B License FA Youth Module 1-3 BA (Hons) Sports Coaching
3 years within UK professional clubs coaching roles
Patrick Pritchard
Cardiff
Schools Sports Coach
FA Level 2 FAW GK Award BA Coaching Development
7 years service with Manchester City Football Club and City Football Group