Dream about being the next Christiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi? Or wearing the Man U red or Chelsea blue? Manchester United Soccer Schools (MUSS), the first ever India-based school of the elite EPL football team, Manchester United, presents an opportunity to kick start your dream.
As school children take a break from academics this summer, the school will give these young soccer players a chance to train under certified Man U coaches following the latest MUSS curriculum.
The one and two-week summer courses begin from April 23. The one-week programme will comprise of practical training while the two-week programme, apart from training, will also focus on theory, lifestyle and nutrition. The sessions are open to those in the age group 6-22 years. The fee for the one-week course is Rs 12,600 whereas the two-week programme is priced at Rs 22, 600.
Partnering with the Western India Football Association (WIFA), MUSS conducts training sessions at the Cooperage football ground since January 30. "Many football fans have been waiting for such an opportunity. Kids are enthusiastic about the game and looking at the response to the set up and the programme, I am sure they are extremely happy to be a part of MUSS," said MUSS head coach, Chris O'Brien.
Talking about the buzz linked with one of the most popular clubs in India, Mukul Choudhari, director-academy, MUSS says, "We are a global club and want to take the ManU experience to the grassroots of India. The consumption of EPL is huge in India, we have a large percentage of followers here. In fact, we have young players coming from all over India to train with our coaches."
WIFA will also hand over 100 scholarships to deserving children who will get a chance to participate in the MUSS programmes. The Association is also planning outreach programmes in different districts of the state to increase the standard of football.
Speaking about the programme, 13-year-old Mark D'Costa from St John the Baptist School, who is part of the current batch of participants, says, "The programme has really helped hone my football skills. The coaches are very friendly and it is a great experience to learn from them." Eleven-year-old Miraj Patel from Bombay Scottish School agrees, "This course has taught me many tricks of the game. My playing has improved greatly and I feel a difference already."
The training is being conducted on an artificial turf laid out on the ground according to FIFA standards. Apart from learning to play the 'United' way, those taking the course will also get exclusive MUSS merchandise along with a chance to represent MUSS in Old Trafford.
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