Doha Pearl Academy

Be part of the newest, most exciting

Football Academy

in Qatar

Doha Pearl Academy www.dohagolfclub.com

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@Pearl_fc_

Welcome...

Situated at the famous Doha Golf Club, this world class sporting facility offers state of the art football pitches in the most idyllic surroundings.

Doha Pearl Academy is unique in Doha, the syllabus and pathway formed take it’s players into the QFA through the established and successful senior team aspiring for professional status in the QFA third division.

A robust structure with highly experienced staff and UEFA licensed coaches to ensure your child’s development is in line with the highest recognized standard.

Doha Pearl Academy have a huge network of professional sportsmen, clubs and establishments in the UK and Ireland supporting the Academy’s vision and plans to take it’s players of all ages and parents on a football journey the way it is meant to be.

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‘A football the w me

journey way it is eant to be’

What’s inside 03

Philosophy

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Pathway

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Development Plan

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Coaches

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Timetables

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Code of Conduct

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Fees

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Terms & Conditions

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Our philosophy Doha Pearl Academy with its committed and experienced staff have an environment which is professional, friendly and approachable for players to be treated fairly and receive advice with essential football learning and holistic development.

It is our coaches’ responsibility to develop and deliver feedback for players in a challenging, safe and supportive environment which encourages them to experiment in their own potential and express themselves not only on the pitch but socially and academically. There are firm plans being made to enhance the potential not only for our players to move into the QFA but to have the opportunity for educational developments in sport and if good enough trial opportunities with professional clubs through our scouting contacts in the UK, Europe and the USA. We at Doha Pearl Academy firmly believe football is a journey towards success and this foundation and pathway we have in place allows young players to progress to the first team squad with a holistic approach that will produce young footballers we can all be proud of.

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Pathway Doha Pearl Academy’s essential football learning and holistic development syllabus for youth development will guide your child through discipline, learning, problem solving, fitness, vision, focus, awareness and teamwork to ensure in repeated football scenarios your child's talent potential is pushed through our bespoke player pathway.

Player Pathways are so important because it gives you short term and long term goals in development of individuals, units and teams technically, tactically, physically, mentally and socially.

Pathways create an environment that players can’t replicate in a training session and also challenges them in competitive scenarios relating to age specific stages

‘Talent alone will not help your child or youth move up the player pathway’

of their football development.

The flow structure of the league's paved by Doha Pearl Academy are crucial and can often speed up the process of player development.

Doha

Pearl

Academy’s

pathway

develops

the

psychological side to the player ensuring they have valuable football pitch experience, a key factor to promote their ethos to game readiness by repeated exposure to a football scenarios that are only experienced in games.

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Player Development plan A Layered Age Specifically Designed Curriculum

Falcons Programme (U3, U4, U5, U6) Fun and adventure to the entire family, creating memories that last a lifetime. Developing children’s passion and love for the game at this key age. Age specific development guide for youth football at U3, U4, U5 and U6 levels.

Program based around the adventures of Faisal the Falcon. Children learn in their natural environment while having fun. Coach is one of a story teller, coaching integrated into the stories. Learning to play with the ball is all part of the fun. Each child has their own Falcons ball that becomes their football friend.

Doha Pearl Academy (PDP) is a comprehensive curriculum that

provides

players

with

age-specific

provision,

Foundation Programme 4v4 (U7, U8) 5v5 (U9,U10)

preparing them to be successful. This lays the foundation for them to progress in their journey towards maximizing

Central to our style of play is the creation of diamonds

their full potential.

and triangles. The Foundation Programme allows us to

We believe the player grows with the game ensuring an

embed this from the start. Players will rotate positions,

holistic approach to player development relative to their

including goalkeeper. Players will be encouraged to be

growth. We use a periodization model with key topics

confident in 1v1 situations, recognize when to pass and

worked on throughout the season at appropriate touch

be comfortable receiving the ball.

stages and ensuring we are not merely reacting to the weekend's performance.

The PDP Covers: • Progression of key game concepts • Developing technical proficiency and consistency • Ensuring the player physical is catered for • Assist with supporting the players in development of a growth mindset

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International Exported Player

Scholarship Programme

Doha Pearl First Team

Qatar Stars League

Qatar Community League

Doha Pearl Reserve Team

QFA U23 League

QFA U19 League

Qatar Foundation Youth League

Aspire Youth League

QFA U15 League

QFA U17 League

Doha Pearl Academy Youth Programme 7V7 (U11/U12) 9V9 (U13)

but possessing with a purpose.

There is increased focus on tactical aspects such as

The number of diamonds/triangles are increased to

dictating the speed of the game and ensuring players

provide more passing options when in possession. Teams

understand their role individually and collectively both in

look to play out from the back using the goalkeeper and

and out of possession.

possession the ball with purpose. The focus on the central positioned player and their role will allow for more touches

Adult Programme 11V11 (U15/U16/U18)

on the ball and increased decision making. Fundamental focus is given on ball mastery and technical proficiency

Adding in the wide players is final part of the systematic

in passing, receiving, dribbling and kicking the ball. Basic

evolution. Player roles have been consistent throughout

tactical information is given when in possession and to

the process allowing for embedded familiarity.

regain possession.

The aim is to dominate the ball in possession progressively

In the Final stage before 11v11 we add the roles of full

through the thirds, be organized in attack, defence and

backs providing width and installing the key movements

transitions.

to play out from the back and possess the ball in the

The system continues to allow position flexibility and

midfield third. The system allows for position flexibility

movement within shape. Players define tactical and

when in possession but builds on the basic fundamentals

technical attributes in training and game. Ensuring

learned in 7v7. Players further build on their 7v7

players are prepared technically to carry out the tactical

education increasing not only their technical attributes

instruction.

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Coaches Ciaran Kelly

Paul Horsman

Doha Pearl Academy Head Coach UEFA A Licence

UEFA B License Coach and FA Module 3

Coach

A highly competent football coach with extensive playing

Exceptional record in the game as a professional player and

and coaching experience in player development.

now as a professional coach.

Over 20 years of experience from grassroots football,

Highly skilled coach with a proven record to design and

school representative football to academy football.

deliver long term training programmes in line with a club’s

Actively involved in EPPP set up and implementation at

development strategy and playing philosophy.

Hull City FC and worked as an integral element of the

Worked with highly-respected managers and players and

coaching team to move from Cat 3 to Cat 2 Academy

offers invaluable resource for any club looking to produce

status. Worked at Hull City FC, Blackburn Rovers, Leeds

high calibre, talented players within competitive teams.

United and York City FC as well as a coach mentor for

(UEFA Champions League, Europa League).

the FA operating FA / FAW / SFA leagues.

Certified Management and Coach assessor delivering

Simon Pratt

leadership values from grassroots to professional

UEFA A Licence Coach

levels.

Over 20 years of experience actively involved coaching

Highly respected with fellow professionals and a

and developing projects and personnel in challenging

proven track record producing players developed

environments at all levels.

through pathways to professional and International

Professional coach with exemplary record developing

clubs.

academies, high profile managers, coaches and players.

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timetables Doha Pearl Academy Weekly Schedule Sunday

Monday TRAINING

Tuesday

Wednesday TRAINING

Term Schedule Thursday

Age Groups

Friday

Saturday

TRAINING

GAMES

U3 - U6 years

4:00PM

4:00PM

8:00AM

8:00AM

U7 - U10 years

U3-U6

U3-U6

U3-U6

U3-U6

U11 - U15 years

5:00PM

5:00PM

9:00AM

9:00AM

U16 - U18 years

U7-U10

U7-U10

U7-U10

U7-U10

Term 1 - 11 weeks

6:00PM

6:00PM

10:00AM

10:00AM

7th Jan

Term 1 begins

U11-U15

U11-U15

U11-U15

U11-U15

24t March

Term 1 ends

7:00PM

7:00PM

10:00AM

11:00AM

25th-29th March

Easter camp

U16-U18

U16-U18

U16-U18

U16-U18

Please see page ?? for T&Cs

Term 2 - 12 weeks 8th April

Term 2 begins

30th June

Term 2 ends

1st-5th July

Summer camp

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Code of conduct Doha Pearl Academy will provide an essential football learning and holistic development pathway for children and young people to learn new skills, become more confident and maximise their own potential. Through their participation, they can learn and develop life skills, have fun and enjoyment, make friends and experience life in a way that can enhance their personal growth throughout their lives.

‘They will come that standards o are as impo as spor

Best Practice Coaches achieve satisfaction from working with children and young people. Focusing on the individual

Children in Football Children are entitled to:

participants’ needs and performance encourages young people to achieve and demonstrate enjoyment, equality

• Be safe

and fair play. They will come to realise that standards of

• Be treated with dignity, sensitivity and respect

behaviour are as important as sports performance. In

• Participate in football on an equal basis, appropriate to

taking this approach children are encouraged to:

their ability and stage of development • Be happy, have fun and enjoy football

• Do their best – put in their best effort

• Make a complaint in an appropriate way and have it

• Improve and develop their skills

dealt with through a proper and effective complaints

• Make friends

procedure

• Play by the rules

• Be afforded appropriate confidentiality

• Appreciate/accept everyone in the group, regardless of

• Be listened to and to be believed in

ability, race, religion or gender

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Coaching Ethics Coaches need to be aware of why children want to play football. They want to learn new skills, make new friends, be part of a group, to win and be successful, experience challenges, excitement and action. While winning is important, it must be remembered that winning at all costs does not meet the needs of players. Results are not

e to realise of behaviour ortant rts performance’

necessarily a good indicator of coaching effectiveness or ability, the improvement level of players and their level of enjoyment is. Coaches should: • Aim to provide a safe and enjoyable environment where children and young people are placed at the centre of all activities • Act as good role models • Encourage and be positive during sessions so that players leave with a sense of achievement • Set challenging, realistic but achievable goals • Plan and prepare each session appropriately and

Children should not: • Cheat • Use abusive language, or argue with, the referee, officials, team mates or opponents • Use violence, use physical contact only when it is allowed within the rules • Bully • Tell lies about adults or other children

ensure proper levels of supervision • Ensure that all activities are inclusive and allow all players to participate in an enjoyable way • Put the welfare and enjoyment of players first and strike a balance between this and winning or achieving results • Enforce the principles of fair play treating each player equally, with dignity and respect and ensure that all players play within the rules • Be aware of the developmental stages and needs of players • Avoid over training and over emphasis on competition.

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Code of conduct In keeping children and young people at the forefront of planning and practice, coaches can be confident that participants will enjoy their football experiences and that their actions are regarded as safe and in keeping with the principle that the welfare of children is of paramount consideration. Coaches are given a position of trust by the Doha Pearl Academy, and should show the highest standards of behaviour whilst in the company of under age players. It is important that coaches follow an agreed code of good practice and parents/club officials are satisfied that coaches are suitable to lead the activities undertaken.

Safety Coaches have a responsibility to ensure the safety of the players with whom they work as far as possible within the limits of their control. Therefore, coaches should seek to create a safe and enjoyable environment in which to play and train. In this respect: • Regular safety checks should be carried out in relation to premises, training facilities and equipment • Appropriate safety rules should be adopted and implemented • Parents should be informed of the starting and finishing times of training sessions and matches • A first aid kit should be available at all training sessions /matches and injuries should be recorded, with a note of action taken in relation to each one. Never play injured players

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Responsibility to report Any coach, who has concerns about a child’s welfare or who suspects that a child is being treated unfairly, or is at risk of abuse, has a responsibility to report their concerns to the Doha Pearl Academy Head Coach. In the case of any event happening, a Child Incident Report will be documented by the coach. It’s also important that if any injury is caused to a player that an Injury Report is • Parents should be notified of injuries/illness which their children incur while participating in any football activity a positive approach to the involvement of children in sport • Encourage participation and fun • Promote the development of skills as opposed to winning at all costs • Emphasise and praise effort • Act as a good role model • Actively discourage children/young players from abusing referees, officials, team mates or opponents (take off offending players) • Insist on FAIR PLAY (take off offending players) • Be realistic with your expectations • Be aware of children’s feelings • Teach players to respect different cultures

also filled out.

Contacting parents/players: mobile phones are often given to children for security, enabling parents to keep in touch and make sure they are safe. However such technology has also allowed an increase in direct personal contact with young people, in some cases used to cross personal boundaries and cause harm. Within clubs there is a need to encourage responsible and secure use of mobile phones. In this respect coaches are advised to: • Use group texts for communication among players and teams through parents and inform of this at the start of the season • It is not appropriate to have constant communication for individual athletes • Don’t use the phone in certain locations; inappropriate use of your camera phone may cause upset or offence to another person, e.g. changing rooms www.eispearl.net | www.dohagoldclub.com | +974 4496 0777 12

fees

FAQs

Falcon’s Programme U3 - U6 QR1750

1.Can only attend one or two session plus a game

Academy Programme U7 - U18 QR 2150

per week?

Administration fee QR250 per child

We need full commitment from all players and parents to be able fulfil our bespoke Player Development Plan. There

What this includes:

will be no discount in fees.

• Training kit (Jersey, shorts, socks and kit bag)

2. Will there be trials and what if my child is not

• 3 UEFA A Player Development Sessions per week

good enough?

• 1 Game per week League/Friendly

Doha Pearl Academy believes that no matter what

• Player Performance Assessments and Reports

the ability, race or religion that there will be a fantastic

• Video Analysis with Pro Stats

opportunity for your child to develop all the fundamental

• Strength and Conditioning Plan (Age Specific)

requirements to improve as a player and person.

• Nutritional Guidance • Player/Parental Code of Conduct - Development to Win

3. Can girls train with these groups?

(Age Specific)

Doha Pearl Academy will aim to run girl only sessions

• Invitational Football Festivals, Tournaments and

currently under development.

Overseas Tournaments

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T&Cs Registration Must be completed and all fees must be paid in full before the start of the term.

Online registration can be accessed through the link: https://www.dohagolfclub.com/football_academy.

Method of Payment Online payment can be accessed through the link: https://www.dohagolfclub.com/football_academy.

Cash will not be accepted.

Refunds Fees are non refundable. In an extreme case of a serious medical condition with all the relevant documentation, a refund will be granted via a voucher. Each incident will be assessed accordingly.

Administration fees of QR250 will not be included.

Commitment Each member will be required to practise 3 sessions per week and invitation to a friendly/ League game is a standard expectation. If unavailable to participate in the required amount of sessions there will be no discount to train twice a week.

Family Offer There will be a 5% discount if you have a 2nd/3rd family member joining the academy. The administration fee of QR250 will still be included per child.

Doha Pearl Academy is a joint venture development between Pearl FC and Doha Golf Club. Š Doha Pearl Academy 2017. All rights reserved.

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ThePearlFC

@Pearl_fc

@Pearl_fc_

Doha Pearl Academy Doha Golf Club | West Bay | P.O.Box 13530 | Doha - State of Qatar www.eispearl.net | www.dohagolfclub.com Telephone: +974 4496 0777 Doha Pearl Academy is a joint venture development between Pearl FC and Doha Golf Club. © Doha Pearl Academy 2017. All rights reserved.