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Summer Residency Programme
The International Football Group in partnership with Macclesfield FC.
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02Daily Training Programme
034-Star Accommodation
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Train like a pro this summer in the UK
Our Six-Week Residency programme offers a six-week schedule for international players aged 15–18 who are passionate about improving their game and furthering their skill set both on and off the field of play.
The programme is specifically designed for future student-athletes to enhance their development in an enjoyable and inspirational setting. All coaching is led by acclaimed UEFA-qualified coaches and our bespoke programme is specifically tailored to your position, playing style and goals.
Programme dates
Summer 2026 residency starts on June 20th and finishes on August 1st. Sign up via our enquiry form to secure your place this summer!
Programme options & cost
Two dated blocks, or the full four weeks.
A
2 weeks
Block A
£2,995total cost
June 28th – July 12th£2,000 deposit to secure
B
2 weeks
Block B
£2,995total cost
July 12th – July 26th£2,000 deposit to secure
C
4 weeks
Block C
£5,495total cost
June 28th – July 26th£2,000 deposit to secure
2027 dates
Day by day
Exactly what each block looks like, from arrival to departure.
Week 1
June 28th
ArrivalsJune 29th
TrainingJune 30th
TrainingJuly 1st
TrainingJuly 2nd
TrainingJuly 3rd
Match-DayJuly 4th
Trip / TourWeek 2
July 5th
TrainingJuly 6th
TrainingJuly 7th
Match-DayJuly 8th
University TourJuly 9th
TrainingJuly 10th
Match-DayJuly 11th
Trip / TourJuly 12th
DeparturesProgramme facilities
Granted unlimited access to our fantastic on-site gymnasium, Stealth Gymnasium.
Stealth Gymnasium
Leasing.com Stadium
Bar Twenty Seven
University of Lancashire
What's included and programme costs
Please register your interest to speak with one of our dedicated Recruitment Executives about a tailored package. Whichever block you attend the following is included as standard:
- Five hours of coaching a day, led by our experienced UEFA-qualified coaches — all delivered at Macclesfield FC's Leasing.com Stadium, which boasts a state-of-the-art 4G pitch.
- A vigorous strength and conditioning programme tailored to your position, with unlimited access to our on-site gymnasium.
- Weekly check-in sessions with coaches to review progress, set goals and determine areas of improvement.
- 3 meals per day courtesy of our dedicated Academy restaurant, with comprehensive nutritional guidance.
- Competitive games against other clubs and their youth academies.
- Access to Macclesfield FC's physiotherapy team with weekly recovery and rehabilitation sessions.
- Full adidas playing and training kit.
- Offsite weekly scheduled day trips.
- Accommodation in a 4★ plus hotel offering excellent facilities — a short distance from the Leasing.com Stadium.
Accommodation, meals, transport & events
All accommodation is included as part of the price, with players staying in a centrally based hotel close to all amenities. Three meals per day are provided at our dedicated Academy Restaurant — together with comprehensive nutritional guidance. All transport to and from training and games is provided and organised by Macclesfield FC.
Joining us on the Residency Programme not only offers a fantastic football development programme but also the chance to embrace British culture.
This includes a number of events and trips — ranging from tours of well-known Premier League stadiums, informative talks from guest speakers and other activities such as go-karting and paintballing.
We also schedule visits to UCLan, where our current international students study — giving you an insight into our University Programme.
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