The football academy at Four Seasons Dubai Jumeirah Beach is set to take place October 16 to 20 and October 23 to 27, 2017. The football academy at Four Seasons Dubai Jumeirah Beach is set to take place October 16 to 20 and October 23 to 27, 2017.

In addition to the Football Academy itself, participants and their families will be able chat with Rio Ferdinand, Eidur Gudjohnsen and the UEFA licensed coaches from 'Football Escapes' throughout the two weeks. Daily sessions from Monday to Friday will be open to five to 15 year olds; the morning session will run from 9:00 to 10:30 am and the afternoon session from 5:00 to 6:00 pm.

Enrollment for the football academy (excluding accommodation) is priced at AED 3,000 (approximately US$817) per child, per week, with each participant receiving a complete 'Football Escapes' kit, which includes a shirt, shorts and socks, plus a medal and certificate signed by Rio Ferdinand and Eidur Gudjohnsen on completion of the course.  Children may attend the first, second or both weeks of the football academy, with places limited to 40 children per week.

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