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THE ALIMA APPROACH

TALENT IS JUST THE START.
THE RIGHT SUPPORT CHANGES EVERYTHING.

Spot potential. Develop ability. Support the person. Alima brings football, education and personal growth together so young players can move forward — on and off the pitch.

A coach explaining a drill to two players beside training poles
Show. Explain. Try again.
Players sitting on the grass listening to their coach
Taking time to understand.
01

Technical development

Developing each player’s ability and confidence on the ball.

02

Tactical understanding

Learning to read the game and contribute to the team.

03

Physical preparation

Making physical development an integral part of the training approach.

04

Education

Combining football development with support for schoolwork and preparation for the future.

05

Personal development

Bringing psychological support, confidence and learning to live as a team into the wider approach.

06

Technology & data

Using observation and data to support player development.

Hard work · Discipline · Respect · Inclusion · Effort

These pillars set out Alima’s vision for development. Contact the team for details of how the programme is organised and delivered.

PLAYERS & FAMILIES

TURNING A DREAM
INTO A WAY FORWARD.

Alima Academy welcomes boys aged 11 to 14. Admission is through official trials organised by the academy. Trials are free to attend.

Young trialists sitting beside the pitch
A chance to show what you can do.
A coach talking to young trialists on the pitch
Where the conversation begins.
  1. 01

    Get to know Alima

    Explore the academy’s approach to football, education and life as part of a team.

  2. 02

    Ask about trials

    Contact the academy to find out about upcoming opportunities, eligibility and how to get involved.

  3. 03

    Plan your next step

    Attend in person on the official trial dates. Academy Director David Laubertie can answer families’ questions before they travel.

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The next trial dates have yet to be scheduled. They will be announced once officially confirmed. Candidates must attend in person on the announced dates.