PLAYER DEVELOPMENT CENTRE - SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS (2025/26)

Age Groups: Outfield Players = School Year 1 - Year 8
Location: William De Ferrers School, Trinity Square, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5JU
Day: Wednesday
Time: 5.00 - 6.00pm
Surface: 3G Astro Pitch
What to Wear/Bring: CFC Kit, Football Boots, Shin Pads & non-fizzy drinks


2025/26 DEVELOPMENT SESSION DATES (WEDNESDAY'S):
10/9, 17/9, 24/9, 1/10, 8/10, 15/10, 22/10, 5/11, 12/11, 19/11, 26/11, 3/12, 10/12, 7/1, 14/1, 21/1, 28/1, 4/2, 11/2, 25/2, 4/3, 11/3, 18/3, 25/3, 1/4, 22/4, 29/4, 6/5, 13/5, 20/5, 3/6, 10/6, 17/6, 24/6, 1/7, 8/7, 15/7.
No Training Sessions on Bank Holidays or in School Holidays


2025/26 DEVELOPMENT CENTRE CAMP DATES (SCHOOL HOLIDAYS ONLY):
TBC:
October 2025
February 2026
April 2026
May 2026
August 2026

Development Centre Camps to take place at one of our Essex venues. Full details will be provided once the season commences, players must be booked separately to attend our Camps (included in monthly subscription price).


2025/26 DEVELOPMENT CENTRE FESTIVAL DATES:
Year 1-3 = 25/9, 6/11, 15/1, 26/2, 23/4, 11/6
Year 4-5 = 9/10, 20/11, 29/1, 12/3, 7/5, 25/6
Year 6+ = 23/10, 4/12, 12/2, 26/3, 21/5, 9/7
Development Centre Festivals to take place at Noak Hill Sports Complex, RM3 7YA (5.00-6.15pm). Full details will be provided once the season commences, players must be booked separately to attend our Festivals (included in monthly subscription price).

Kent (Tonbridge) Player Development Centre 25/26
Age Groups: Years 2-8
Location: Leigh Academy, Brook Street, Tonbridge, TN9 2PH
Day and Times: Wednesday 17:15 - 18;30pm
Surface: 3G Pitches
What to Bring: Football Boots, Shin Pads, and plenty to drink


25/26 TRAINING SESSION DATES (WEDNESDAYS):
10/09, 17/09, 24/09, 01/10, 08/10, 15/10, 29/10, 05/11, 12/11, 19/11, 26/11, 03/12, 10/12, 07/01, 14/01, 21/01, 28/01, 04/02, 11/02, 25/02, 04/03, 11/03, 18/03, 25/03, 01/04, 22/04, 29/04, 06/05, 13/05, 20/05, 03/06, 10/06, 17/06, 24/06, 01/07, 08/07, 15/07


KEY INFORMATION:
Camps will be held in the half terms, at Leigh Academy. More information will follow nearer the time.


Wednesday training sessions will NOT run during the first week of October half term (22/10).


Players will not be able to train if they are not wearing shin pads.

London Girls Player Development Centre - Kings House School Sports Ground

Age Groups: U9-U15 (8-14 years)

Location: King's House School Sports Ground, Kings House Sports Ground Riverside Drive, London W4 2SH
Day and Times: Wednesday 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Surface: 2G All-weather Pitch

What to Bring: Essential/Appropriate footwear, only trainers or astro trainers (No metal/plastic stud boots) All Players must have and wear shin pads for all activity, sports clothing appropriate to the weather and plenty to drink (No fizzy or energy drinks) Players that do not follow the above guidelines may not be permitted to participate in the sessions.


24/25 Training Sessions (Wednesdays):

September | 11, 18, 25
October | 2, 9, 16, 23
November | 6, 13, 20, 27
December | 4, 11, 18
January | 8, 15, 22, 29
February | 5, 12, 26
March | 5, 12, 19, 26
April | 2, 23, 30
May | 7, 14, 21
June | 4, 11, 18, 25
July | 2, 9, 16

Players in the CFC Player Development Pathway receive a full Chelsea PDP Training Kit. However, after March 28th 2024, kits will not be issued this season as you will receive the new season's kit in September. This is reflected in the lower sign up fee (£24 instead of £90). Players that are confirmed for next season (September 2025) will receive their kit at the start of that season (The extra £66 sign up fee will need to be paid to receive this).

Please note that the monthly payments are prorated based on the amount of sessions over the year. Some months there may be more sessions than others months. However, the monthly payment is an average of all sessions over the year.

KEY INFORMATION: 
Foundation Development Leagues will be either held at Battersea Park All Weather Pitch, Battersea Park, London, SW11 4NJ or Kings House School Sports Ground, Riverside Dr, Chiswick, London W4 2SH.
Further information will be confirmed closer to the time of the event.

London Player Performance Centre - Kings House School Sports Ground

Age Groups: U7-U9 (6-9 years)

Location: King's House School Sports Ground, Kings House Sports Ground Riverside Drive, London W4 2SH
Day and Times: Wednesday 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Surface: 2G All-weather Pitch

What to Bring: Essential/Appropriate footwear, only trainers or astro trainers (No metal/plastic stud boots) All Players must have and wear shin pads for all activity, sports clothing appropriate to the weather and plenty to drink (No fizzy or energy drinks) Players that do not follow the above guidelines may not be permitted to participate in the sessions.


24/25 Training Sessions (Wednesdays):

September | 11, 18, 25
October | 2, 9, 16, 23
November | 6, 13, 20, 27
December | 4, 11, 18
January | 8, 15, 22, 29
February | 5, 12, 26
March | 5, 12, 19, 26
April | 2, 23, 30
May | 7, 14, 21
June | 4, 11, 18, 25
July | 2, 9, 16

Please note that the monthly payments are prorated based on the amount of sessions over the year. Some months there may be more sessions than others months. However, the monthly payment is an average of all sessions over the year.

Players in the CFC Player Development Pathway receive a full Chelsea PDP Training Kit. However, after March 28th 2024, kits will not be issued this season as you will receive the new season's kit in September. This is reflected in the lower sign up fee (£24 instead of £90). Players that are confirmed for next season (September 2025) will receive their kit at the start of that season (The extra £66 sign up fee will need to be paid to receive this).

KEY INFORMATION: 
Foundation Development Leagues will be either held at Battersea Park All Weather Pitch, Battersea Park, London, SW11 4NJ or Kings House School Sports Ground, Riverside Dr, Chiswick, London W4 2SH.
Further information will be confirmed closer to the time of the event.

Player Performance Centre - Battersea Park

Age Groups: U9-10 (8-10 years)

Location: Battersea Park All weather Astro, Prince Albert Road, London, SW11 4JP

Day and Times: Wednesdays 18:30-20:00

Surface: 2G Pitches

What to Bring:
Essential/Appropriate footwear, only trainers or astro trainers (No metal/plastic stud boots) All Players must have and wear shin pads for all activity, sports clothing appropriate to the weather and plenty to drink (No fizzy or energy drinks). Players that do not follow these guidelines may not be permitted to participate.

24/25 TRAINING SESSION DATES (Wednesdays):

September | 11, 18, 25
October | 2, 9, 16, 23
November | 6, 13, 20, 27
December | 4, 11, 18
January | 8, 15, 22, 29
February | 5, 12, 26
March | 5, 12, 19, 26
April | 2, 23, 30
May | 7, 14, 21
June | 4, 11, 18, 25
July | 2, 9, 16

Please note that the monthly payments are prorated based on the amount of sessions over the year. Some months there may be more sessions than others months. However, the monthly payment is an average of all sessions over the year.

Players in the CFC Player Development Pathway receive a full Chelsea PDP Training Kit. However, after March 28th 2024, kits will not be issued this season as you will receive the new season's kit in September. This is reflected in the lower sign up fee (£24 instead of £90). Players that are confirmed for next season (September 2025) will receive their kit at the start of that season (The extra £66 sign up fee will need to be paid to receive this).

KEY INFORMATION: 
Foundation Development Leagues will be either held at Battersea Park All Weather Pitch, Battersea Park, London, SW11 4NJ or Kings House School Sports Ground, Riverside Dr, Chiswick, London W4 2SH.
Further information will be confirmed closer to the time of the event.

Wednesday training sessions will not run during half terms or bank holidays.

Player Performance Centre - Battersea Park

Age Groups: U11-12 (10-12 years)

Location: Battersea Park All weather Astro, Prince Albert Road, London, SW11 4JP

Day and Times: Wednesdays 18:30-20:00

Surface: 2G Pitches

What to Bring:
Essential/Appropriate footwear, only trainers or astro trainers (No metal/plastic stud boots) All Players must have and wear shin pads for all activity, sports clothing appropriate to the weather and plenty to drink (No fizzy or energy drinks). Players that do not follow these guidelines may not be permitted to participate.

24/25 TRAINING SESSION DATES (Wednesdays):

September | 11, 18, 25
October | 2, 9, 16, 23
November | 6, 13, 20, 27
December | 4, 11, 18
January | 8, 15, 22, 29
February | 5, 12, 26
March | 5, 12, 19, 26
April | 2, 23, 30
May | 7, 14, 21
June | 4, 11, 18, 25
July | 2, 9, 16

Please note that the monthly payments are prorated based on the amount of sessions over the year. Some months there may be more sessions than others months. However, the monthly payment is an average of all sessions over the year.

Players in the CFC Player Development Pathway receive a full Chelsea PDP Training Kit. However, after March 28th 2024, kits will not be issued this season as you will receive the new season's kit in September. This is reflected in the lower sign up fee (£24 instead of £90). Players that are confirmed for next season (September 2025) will receive their kit at the start of that season (The extra £66 sign up fee will need to be paid to receive this).

KEY INFORMATION: 
Foundation Development Leagues will be either held at Battersea Park All Weather Pitch, Battersea Park, London, SW11 4NJ or Kings House School Sports Ground, Riverside Dr, Chiswick, London W4 2SH.
Further information will be confirmed closer to the time of the event.

Wednesday training sessions will not run during half terms or bank holidays.

Player Performance Centre - Battersea Park

Age Groups: U13-14 (12-14 years)

Location: Battersea Park All weather Astro, Prince Albert Road, London, SW11 4JP

Day and Times: Wednesdays 18:30-20:00

Surface: 2G Pitches

What to Bring:
Essential/Appropriate footwear, only trainers or astro trainers (No metal/plastic stud boots) All Players must have and wear shin pads for all activity, sports clothing appropriate to the weather and plenty to drink (No fizzy or energy drinks). Players that do not follow these guidelines may not be permitted to participate.

24/25 TRAINING SESSION DATES (Wednesdays):

September | 11, 18, 25
October | 2, 9, 16, 23
November | 6, 13, 20, 27
December | 4, 11, 18
January | 8, 15, 22, 29
February | 5, 12, 26
March | 5, 12, 19, 26
April | 2, 23, 30
May | 7, 14, 21
June | 4, 11, 18, 25
July | 2, 9, 16

Please note that the monthly payments are prorated based on the amount of sessions over the year. Some months there may be more sessions than others months. However, the monthly payment is an average of all sessions over the year.

Players in the CFC Player Development Pathway receive a full Chelsea PDP Training Kit. However, after March 28th 2024, kits will not be issued this season as you will receive the new season's kit in September. This is reflected in the lower sign up fee (£24 instead of £90). Players that are confirmed for next season (September 2025) will receive their kit at the start of that season (The extra £66 sign up fee will need to be paid to receive this).

KEY INFORMATION: 
Foundation Development Leagues will be either held at Battersea Park All Weather Pitch, Battersea Park, London, SW11 4NJ or Kings House School Sports Ground, Riverside Dr, Chiswick, London W4 2SH.
Further information will be confirmed closer to the time of the event.

Wednesday training sessions will not run during half terms or bank holidays.

Goalkeeper Player Performance Centre - Battersea Park

Goalkeeper Age Groups: U9-U14's (8-14)

Location: Battersea Park All weather Astro, Prince Albert Road, London, SW11 4JP

Day and Times: Wednesdays 18:30-20:00

Surface: 2G Pitches

What to Bring:
Essential/Appropriate footwear, only trainers or astro trainers (No metal/plastic stud boots) All Players must have and wear shin pads for all activity, sports clothing appropriate to the weather and plenty to drink (No fizzy or energy drinks). Players that do not follow these guidelines may not be permitted to participate.

24/25 TRAINING SESSION DATES (Wednesdays):

September | 11, 18, 25
October | 2, 9, 16, 23
November | 6, 13, 20, 27
December | 4, 11, 18
January | 8, 15, 22, 29
February | 5, 12, 26
March | 5, 12, 19, 26
April | 2, 23, 30
May | 7, 14, 21
June | 4, 11, 18, 25
July | 2, 9, 16

Please note that the monthly payments are prorated based on the amount of sessions over the year. Some months there may be more sessions than others months. However, the monthly payment is an average of all sessions over the year.

Players in the CFC Player Development Pathway receive a full Chelsea PDP Training Kit. However, after March 28th 2024, kits will not be issued this season as you will receive the new season's kit in September. This is reflected in the lower sign up fee (£24 instead of £90). Players that are confirmed for next season (September 2025) will receive their kit at the start of that season (The extra £66 sign up fee will need to be paid to receive this).

KEY INFORMATION: 
Foundation Development Leagues will be either held at Battersea Park All Weather Pitch, Battersea Park, London, SW11 4NJ or Kings House School Sports Ground, Riverside Dr, Chiswick, London W4 2SH.
Further information will be confirmed closer to the time of the event.

Wednesday training sessions will not run during half terms or bank holidays.