Academy of Sport
Here at SLC’s Academy of Sport, we are offering new and exciting opportunities for 16-19 year olds who want to pursue their sporting interests, whilst obtaining an academic qualification from any of our full-time courses.
The Academy of Sport is aimed at both males and females who would like to train to a high level in the sport of their choice whilst studying on any of our full-time courses (12.5 or more hours per week). You can take part in six hours of training per week in your chosen sport, which will coincide with your timetable, plus you can take part in sport specific competitions every Wednesday afternoon, e.g. The English College’s Football League.
The Academy of Sport is open to full-time learners of all levels of sporting abilities. The Academy of Sport will improve your performance, provide a professional approach to your sport, and help you achieve your full sporting potential.
Here at the Academy of Sport we are offering the following sporting opportunities:
Football
The Football is spilt into two areas, male and female:
Male Football Development Centre
If you decide to join the Football Development Centre, as a member you will be trained by UEFA qualified coaches such as, ex Leicester City Footballer Matt Elliott and FA qualified tutors. To find out more visit www.clubwebsite.co.uk/southleicestershirecollege
You will compete in the English College’s Football League (E.C. Football League) - in the last 2 years, 70 players have progressed from the E.C. Football League to the professional league where they have been offered professional contracts! You will also have the opportunity to play against professional and semi-professional youth teams.
Female Football Development Centre
In partnership with Leicester City Women’s Football Club.
As a member of the Football Development Centre you will be trained by UEFA qualified coaches and FA qualified tutors.
You will compete in leading under 19’s women’s youth leagues, and you will play professional friendly games against leading women’s youth teams!
Boxing
Boxing Development Centre
The Boxing Development Centre is an A.B.A. approved scheme for male and female learners, which has been written and supported by World Champion boxer Barry McGuigan and approved by the English College’s Amateur Boxing Federation (E.C.A.B.F.)
You will have the opportunity to watch local boxing fights and meet and work with Barry McGuigan at regional seminars!
Basketball
Basketball Development Centre
The Basketball Development Centre will be delivered by the official British Basketball Association qualified coaches and Leicester Riders basketball legend, Karl Brown. Karl also works as one of the coaches to the English under 16 National Squad.
Bounce your way to success in the Basketball Development Centre!
Rugby
Rugby Development Centre
The Rugby Development Centre offers you the opportunity to train and be coached by experienced, professional Leicester Tigers coaches.
You will play in competitive Rugby games against other rugby clubs and colleges!
All members of the Academy of Sport will receive a FREE sport specific Kit Package and transport is provided to training venues and matches.
Watch this space as we are adding more sports throughout the year!
If you want to find out more information about any of the activities in this section, please contact us on 0116 288 5051 or email academyofsport@slcollege.ac.uk.
