AS ROMA ACADEMY ABUJA RESIDENCE PROGRAM
AS Roma Academy Abuja is part of the AS Roma Academy’s official network of football schools around the world which offers student-athletes the opportunity to learn the methodologies and training techniques that have inspired many talented top players.
Recognised for the quality of it’s youth team, AS Roma Academy Abuja is the perfect choice for student-athletes to develop on and off the field through a residential football program located within the heart of Abuja city. The academy’s goal is to offer a fully integrated elite boarding program to talented boys between the ages of 12 -17 years old, helping them reach their full potential through a comprehensive annual football and academics curriculum.
AS Roma Academy Abuja Residency is the ideal program to gain invaluable experiences as an elite player while you train, study and live together with your peers at the luxury residence facility equipped for every student-athlete’s comprehensive development including secondary school education, preparation for higher learning/university, nutrition control, medicals, dormitory and full access to National Stadium training facilities.
AS ROMA ACADEMY ABUJA BOARDING SCHOOL BENEFITS:
- Every graduate has the chance to earn a university scholarship or sign a professional football club contract.
- AS Roma’s Youth Sector methodology is the baseline for our training curriculum
- Full-time AS Roma Academy Abuja’s technical staff and specialised local coaches throughout the year.
- Outstanding secondary school education is provided by our partner schools.
- Competitive games in UEFA and FIFA sanctioned tournaments.
- Opportunity to participate in international experience in AS Roma, Italy.
- Luxury living experience in our residence.
METHODOLOGY
A high performance methodology and training program that comes directly from AS Roma will include work done mainly on position games, simplified games, technical/tactical development, motor and postural activity, technical ability, ball management and mobility exactly as it is done in AS Roma in Italy.
AS Roma Academy Abuja Residence program stands for our dedication to training young players in football and education, transmitting the academy’s work philosophy and values to the rest of the world. The Pro Trainings are conducted by both Nigerian and European coaches that will implement the AS Roma exclusive and highly effective football methodology that allows players reach their full potential while also working on flaws that need improvement in tactics as well as personal development.
RESIDENCY PROGRAM FEATURES:
- Trainings by full-time AS Roma Academy Abuja’s technical staff and specialised local and European coaches
- Learning AS Roma methodology and curriculum.
- Morning and evening training sessions on our professional standard football fields at the National Stadium Abuja.
- Midday sessions in our indoor air conditioned gymnasium Center
- Branded AS Roma Academy’s training kit
- Fun and engaging activities off the field
- Luxury lodging at the dormitory with access to recreational facilities at the National Stadium.
- Branded AS Roma Academy’s Bus to transport players to and from schools and trainings
- Three nutrition focused meals prepared by professional Chef’s
- Airport pickup arrangements are available
AS ROMA ACADEMY ABUJA – RESIDENCE ACCOMMODATION
This luxury complex is built exclusively for our academy student resident. The residence is located in a safe environment to further develop players’ journeys.
AMENITIES INCLUDE:
- Various Room Options
- Lounge Areas (Indoors and Outdoors)
- 24/7 Security Staff
- 24/7 Electricity
- CCTV
- Towels, Sheets and Beddings
- En-Suite Bathroom
- WIFI
- Laundry Services
- Kitchen
- Study Room
- Pool Table and Table Tennis
- TV and PlayStation 5
CHAMPIONSHIP LEVEL TRAININGS SCHEDULE (WEEK DAYS)
06:45 – 07:15 Breakfast
08:00 – 14:00 Academics
14:15 – 15:00 – Lunch
15:00 – 16:00 – Rest
16:30 – 18:30 Field Training Session
19:00 – 20:00 Dinner
22:00 Lights Out (Room Check)
CHAMPIONSHIP LEVEL TRAININGS SCHEDULE (WEEKENDS ON SATURDAY)
6:45am – 7:30am Breakfast
07:00– 09:00Field Session 1
09:30 – 11:30 Free Time (Lounge Area,Movie , PS5, Table Tennis)
11:30am – 12:30pm Lunch
12:30 – 16:00 Rest
16:00 – 18:00 Indoor Session (Gym – Strength & Conditioning Session )
18:00 – 19:00 Dinner
19:00 – 21:00 Study Break
22:00 Lights Out (Room Check)
Schedule is subject to change at Academy’s discretion
ADMISSIONS
- CONTACT
We enroll a limited number of players every season, so we encourage interested student-athletes to submit an application as early as possible. You can reach us via telephone, email, our website or visit our offices at the national Stadium Abuja, Nigeria to start the process.
PHONE: 09152880001
EMAIL: academy.abuja@asroma.it
ADDRESS: M.K.O. Abiola, National Stadium Abuja
WEBSITE: https://abujaacademy.asroma.com
- TRIAL / TRY-OUTS
All candidates must participate in a try-out/trial or one-week program by AS Roma Academy Abuja. During this time, the technical staff will evaluate the player’s technical level during the training and try-out sessions. Attitude, dedication, commitment, and passion for the game are also considered important components of prospective AS Roma Academy Abuja Residence players.
- ENROLLMENT
Notification of admission decision will be communicated with the candidate within the next 48 hours after the trial/try-out is completed. If offered admission to AS Roma Academy Abuja Residence Program, a Services Agreement (SA) will be sent and must be filled out by the date indicated, together with the required financial deposit.
RESIDENCE PROGRAM:
10 MONTHS FOOTBALL PROGRAM
DURATION: 10 Months
AGES: 12 – 17 years old
6 MONTHS FOOTBALL PROGRAM
DURATION: 5 Months
AGES: 12 – 17 years old
1 WEEK FOOTBALL TRIAL
DURATION: One Week
AGES: 12 – 17 years old
FOOTBALL PROGRAM INCLUDES:
- Four to five club training days per week
- Participation in reputed tournaments
- Full season competition games
- Pre-season training program
- Player progress reports
- One on one follow-up sessions with the technical staff
- Position focused training sessions
- Weekly video analysis sessions
- Stress and medical test upon arrival
- Physiotherapist (as needed)
- Sports psychologist sessions (weekly)
- Sport nutrition guidance
- Full training kit
- Full clothing equipment kit
RESIDENCE INCLUDES:
- Accommodation in en-suite shared room in modern luxury living residence
- Room cleaning/house keeping service
- All meals and snacks by professional Chef
- Cultural Activities
- All transportation to AS Roma Academy Abuja league games, tournaments, school or activities
- Welcome Back-to-School Pack
- Free Wifi
- Full medical insurance
- Airport transfers available on program specified dates
- Laundry Services
- 24/7 Electricity
- 24/7 Security
- CCTV
- 24/7 Supervision
ACADEMICS INCLUDES:
British and America Secondary School Curriculum at the following 2 partner schools:
- New Capital International School, Asokoro
- Community Staffs School, Asokoro
SENIOR TECHNICAL STAFFS
Technical Director – John Obuh (former U17 and U20 Nigeria National Team Coach.
Qualifications: CAF ‘A’ License,
Pedro Tarbouda Levi
Position: Technical Coordinator
Qualifications: UEFA ‘A’ License
Coached various professional football clubs in Portugal
Nationality: Portugal
Da Lomba Caetano Andre
Position: Goalkeeper Trainer
Qualification: UEFA License
Nationality: Portugal
We have over 15 coaches across various categories.
SCHEDULE A RESIDENCE VISIT
We at AS Roma Academy Abuja, we encourage our prospective students and parents to schedule a visit! It is crucial to visit our facility and get a better sense of the academy’s community as a family aims to enroll at the academy best-matched with their son’s football growth and goals. AS Roma Academy Abuja encourages all prospective families to visit our facility for a tour and interview.
We look forward to hosting you in our facility