Residential October 2026 | Player Development Centre Boys (First Payment)
Dates: Tuesday 27th October – Friday 30th October
Duration: 4 Days - 3 Nights
Venue: RGS Surrey Hills, London Rd, Dorking, RH5 6EA
Age Groups: Under 10 - Under 15 (School Year 5 - 10)
Course Overview
The Player Development Centre Residential Programme is a residential experience for boys aged 9–15 who are current Development Centre players, bringing together participants from all centres and regions. Based at RGS Surrey Hills, the programme is designed to provide an immersive, professional-style training environment. Players will follow a structured coaching schedule aimed at developing their technical ability, improving overall skill level, and enhancing their understanding of the game.
As part of the programme, all players will also have the opportunity to train at Cobham Training Ground. Training will take place across both venues, with all transport arranged and provided by the club via coach, ensuring a seamless and well-organised experience throughout the residential.
Travel
Parents or guardians are required to drop players off directly at the residential venue on the morning of the first day. Detailed information regarding arrival times and procedures will be communicated in advance of the programme to ensure a smooth and organised check-in process.
Accommodation
All players will stay on-site in boarding houses, allocated according to their age group to ensure an appropriate and supportive environment. Accommodation is provided in shared rooms, with no player permitted to stay alone. Players may request who they share a room with via the Parent Questionnaire which will be sent in the lead up to the residential.
Players will have access to their phones or tablets at scheduled downtime before dinner and prior to lights out. Players will be allowed to contact home during these times, devices will then be collected and securely stored overnight and during any activity. Additional access can be arranged at any time if required, particularly for younger players who may wish to contact their family.
Food & Catering
All meals will be provided throughout the residential, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The venue is able to accommodate a wide range of dietary requirements and allergies to ensure all players are suitably catered for.
Players are welcome to bring additional healthy snacks for personal consumption during the programme. However, a strict no-nut policy is in place, and no nut-based products are permitted on site.
Venue & Facilities
The programme is delivered at RGS Surrey Hills, which provides high-quality sporting and residential facilities. All outdoor training sessions will take place on well-maintained grass pitches, supporting a professional training environment.
The venue also features a modern indoor sports hall, used for evening activities such as futsal and multi-sport sessions. In addition, there is an on-site gym facility, which is available to older players under the supervision of our coaches.
Safeguarding & Operations
The programme operates under a strict safeguarding framework, with player welfare as the highest priority at all times.
A zero-tolerance anti-bullying policy is in place. Any form of bullying is not permitted. Players found to be bullying others will receive a formal warning and may be removed from the programme depending on the severity of the incident. All participants are expected to behave respectfully towards staff and fellow players throughout the residential.
Discipline and supervision are central to the programme structure, ensuring a safe, structured, and positive environment for all players. The aim is to provide an enjoyable and supportive experience for every participant.
The possession or use of alcohol, cigarettes, or illegal substances is strictly prohibited. Any player found in possession of or using such items will be dismissed from the programme immediately. In such cases, no refunds will be issued.
All staff working on the residential are appropriately qualified and vetted. This includes:
Enhanced DBS Checks
UEFA & FA Coaching Qualifications
FA Emergency First Aid
FA & Club Safeguarding Policies & Qualifications
Payment Breakdown
Total Amount - £630
First Payment - £60
Second Payment - £190 (Due by 1st August 2026)
Third Payment - £190 (Due by 1st September 2026)
Fourth Payment - £190 (Due by 1st October 2026)
For any further questions please don't hesitate to contact our admin team:
Soccerschools@chelseafc.com
