Arsenal Soccer Schools Dubai Launches Goalkeeping Course
Arsenal Soccer Schools Dubai kicks off its second term this week with the introduction of a new course specially designed for goalkeepers. Aspiring goalkeepers will have the chance to improve their skills through training drills based on those used by first-team stars Lukasz Fabianski and Manuel Almunia, who met a number of pupils during a trip Dubai.
“We already have training sessions which are aimed at youngsters dreaming of playing up front like Robin van Persie, or in midfield, in the same mould as the likes of Cesc Fabregas and Jack Wilshere, so it is a natural step to add goalkeeping classes,†said Gareth Hamilton, Head Coach of Arsenal Soccer Schools Dubai.
“With more and more youngsters expressing an interest in playing in goal, it is great that we now have a course – run by a goalkeeping coach who has his UEFA A licence – which will help them develop their technical skills and passion for the game,†added Hamilton.
Arsenal Soccer Schools Dubai has been popular since it launched last year, with youngsters keen to learn to Play the Arsenal Way.
Enrolment for the new 10-week term, running from 3rd January to 7th March, is under way and still open for registration.
“Demand for places has been exceptionally strong and a number of courses are already sold out, so I would recommend pupils to book up as soon as possible to avoid disappointment,†added Hamilton.
“The school is open to boys and girls aged five to 17 of all abilities and it is encouraging to see the progress being made by many of the pupils, from beginners making their first steps in the game, to pupils who have been coming to the school for a number of terms.â€
The goal of the school is to have fun but also teach the children about competition. “We now offer pupils the chance to play matches against other schools, as well as face up to fellow pupils during game days held twice every term, and the exposure to competitive action has helped in their development,†explained Hamilton. “In addition, those players aged nine and above who show the most potential have been placed in development squads for their age group, and we are seeing a number of them push on to the next level.â€
The school – a joint venture between Arsenal and Emirates based at 7he Sevens, the airline’s dedicated sporting facility on the Al Ain Road – operates three 10-week terms per year, with enrolment starting at Dhs 1650, which includes an Arsenal Nike training kit, water bottle, cap and sports holdall.
For more information, visit www.playthearsenalway.com/Dubai. You can also e-mail arsenaladmin@emirates.com or call +971 (0) 4 809 6679 or +971 (0) 509 509794.
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