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Easter Football Camp 2026

A Two-Week Football Journey Through Italian Football
Join us this Easter for two exciting weeks of football development, creativity and fun at On The Ball Academy’s Easter Football Camp. Open to players aged 4–15 years old, our camp combines high-energy coaching, technical development, small-sided games and exciting football themes that bring the global game to life.


Every session is designed to maximise involvement and enjoyment while helping players develop confidence, technique and understanding of the game.

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Week 1:The Power of Italian Football

 

Italian Giants & Modern Stars

6th – 10th April

Our first week explores five of Italy’s biggest football clubs, with each day inspired by their identity, playing style and famous players. Players will experience different football philosophies and skills while learning what makes each club unique.
We will also highlight Scottish players currently playing in Italy, such as Lewis Ferguson (Bologna) and Josh Doig (Sassuolo), showing young players that Scottish footballers are making their mark in one of Europe’s top leagues.
Day Themes
Juventus – Winning Mentality
Players will learn about the relentless winning culture of Juventus. Sessions will focus on strong defending, composure on the ball and clinical finishing, helping players develop confidence in competitive situations.
AC Milan – Flair & Creativity
Inspired by Milan’s attacking history, players will practice creative dribbling, quick combinations and expressive attacking play.
Inter Milan – Power & Teamwork
Sessions will focus on movement, teamwork and intelligent attacking patterns, showing players how great teams work together to break down opponents.
Napoli – Energy & Excitement
Inspired by Napoli’s exciting attacking football, players will develop speed with the ball, quick passing and dynamic attacking movements.
AS Roma – Passion & Strength
Players will work on determination, physical confidence and leadership, finishing the week with competitive small-sided games and team challenges.
Throughout the week players will constantly be involved through technical challenges, skill competitions and exciting matches, helping them understand different playing styles from across Italian football.

Week 2:
Fiorentina Week

The Purple Passion of Florence

13th – 17th April

Week two is dedicated entirely to one of Italy’s most historic clubs — Fiorentina.
Players will learn about the club’s rich football history, famous players and the exciting development methods used in Italian academies.

We will highlight legendary Fiorentina icons such as:
Gabriel Batistuta – one of the greatest strikers in football history
Roberto Baggio – a magician with the ball who dazzled fans in Florence
Giancarlo Antognoni – the midfield genius and club legend

Modern attacking players who continue Fiorentina’s exciting football tradition

Fiorentina Academy Inspired Training
Fiorentina’s youth system is known for producing technically gifted, intelligent footballers, and our sessions will mirror many of the principles used in their academy.
Players will experience:

3v3 Development Games
Our 3v3 format is inspired by academy development models that maximise touches, decision-making and creativity. Every player is constantly involved, learning how to attack, defend and solve problems in tight spaces.

Ball Mastery & Technique
Players will focus on control, dribbling and quick passing, helping them build confidence in possession.

Creative Attacking Play
Inspired by Batistuta and Baggio, players will work on finishing, flair and attacking imagination.
Small-Sided Matches & Tournaments
Players will apply their skills in fast, exciting games that encourage bravery, teamwork and creativity.

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What Makes On The Ball Academy Camps Special

Every day is packed with energy, learning and enjoyment, giving players the best possible football experience.

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1000 touches of the ball 

to maximise development

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Our unique 3v3 development method

to increase involvement and decision making

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Fun skill games

designed for all ages and abilities

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In-depth coaching

from experienced academy coaches

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Small sided matches

to encourage creativity and confidence

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Team challenges and competitions

to encourage creativity and confidence

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A positive, supportive environment where friendships grow

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