Lancing Player Development Centre (Tier 2 of our Player Pathway)

An opportunity to attend a trial session at our Lancing centre. Successful players will be invited to attend our centre on a regular basis and become a part of our player development pathway.

Venue: The Sir Robert Woodard Academy, Lancing, BN15 9QZ
Timings: 17.30 - 18.45
Surface: 3G Surface (No Metal Studs to be worn, Astros or Firm Ground Boots only)
Please bring Shin pads, water bottle and appropriate clothing for the weather.

Age groups:
Under 6 - Under 12 (School years 1 - 7 from September 2026)

Once the trial is complete, you will hear back from a Chelsea FC Soccer Schools team member within a few days. If you have any queries, please direct them to soccerschools@chelseafc.com

Ringmer Girls Player Development Centre (Tier 2 of our Player Pathway)

An opportunity to attend a trial session at our Ringmer centre. Successful players will be invited to attend our centre on a regular basis and become a part of our player development pathway.

Venue: Ringmer AFC, Kings Academy, Ringmer, BN8 5RB.
Timings: 17.45 - 19.00
Surface: 3G Surface (No Metal Studs to be worn, Astros or Firm Ground Boots only)
Please bring Shin pads, water bottle and appropriate clothing for the weather.

Age groups:
Under 9 - Under 14 (School years 4 - 9 from September 2026)

Girls Only.

Once the trial is complete, you will hear back from a Chelsea FC Soccer Schools team member within a few days. If you have any queries, please direct them to soccerschools@chelseafc.com

Venue: Blenheim School Longmead Rd, Epsom KT19 9BH
Tuesday 15th September 18:00 - 21:00
U7-12 18:00-19:30
U13-16 19:30-21:00
Bring Shin Pads

Player Development Centre Open Trial - U14's - U17's

Location: Carshalton Boys College, Winchcombe Road, Carshalton, SM5 1RW (ENTRANCE AND PARKING ON MUSCHAMP ROAD).
Day and Times: Tuesday 15th September 2026 6:30pm - 8.00pm
Surface: 3G Pitches
What to Bring: Astro Trainers or moulded boots only, Shin Pads, and plenty to drink (NO FIZZY or ENERGY DRINKS) and a rain jacket.

KEY INFORMATION: 
This trial is for one evening.

Players will not be able to train if they are not wearing shin pads, Astro Trainers and Rain Jackets are essential for participants to bring to EVERY session.

Once the trial is complete, you will hear back from CFC Soccer Schools team within a few days. If you have any queries, please direct them to soccerschools@chelseafc.com

GIRLS PLAYER DEVELOPMENT CENTRE (2026/27)
Age groups and times:
School Year 3 - 6: 6 - 7pm
School Year 7 - 10: 7 - 8pm
Location: Fyfield Sports Academy, Fyfield Road, Ongar, CM5 0GN
Day: Tuesday 15th September 2026
Surface: Astro Pitch
What to Wear/Bring: Sports Kit, Football Boots, Shin Pads & non-fizzy drink

Please note if successful, there is a cost to future sessions. Details will provided via email following the session.

PLAYER DEVELOPMENT CENTRE - BECKET KEYS BRENTWOOD
Year 1 - Year 6
Date: Wednesday 16th September 2026
Time: 5.00 - 6.00pm
Venue: Becket Keys School, CM15 9DA (Astro)
Please note if successful, there is a cost to future sessions. Details will provided via email following the session.

Year 1 - Year 5
Date: Wednesday 16th September 2026
Time: 5.00 - 6.00pm
Venue: William De Ferrers School, Trinity Square, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5JU (Astro)
Please note if successful, there is a cost to future sessions. Details will provided via email following the session.

Horsham Player Development Centre (Tier 2 of our Player Pathway)

An opportunity to attend a trial session at our Horsham centre. Successful players will be invited to attend our centre on a regular basis and become a part of our player development pathway.

Timings: 5.15-6.30pm
Venue: Horsham Football Club, The Fusion Aviation Community Stadium (3G Community Pitch), Worthing Rd, Horsham, RH13 0AD
Surface: 3G Surface (No Metal Studs to be worn, Astros or Firm Ground Boots only)
Please bring Shin pads, water bottle and appropriate clothing for the weather.

Age groups:
Under 6 - Under 9 (School years 1 - 4 from September 2026)

Once the trial is complete, you will hear back from a Chelsea FC Soccer Schools team member within a few days. If you have any queries, please direct them to soccerschools@chelseafc.com