U6
Born 2020 – 2021
First Steps
Football 8 · Mixed
Villarreal CF Abu Dhabi Academy
The journey
begins on June 1st. Limited places available.
Priority List
begins on June 1st. Limited places available.
Our purpose
More than football. A school of life.
For more than a century, Villarreal CF has been forming players who lead — on and off the pitch. In Abu Dhabi, we bring the same methodology, the same demand and the same family values. Every training session is part of a long journey: technique, character, respect.
Programs
Six categories. One academy.
From first touch at five years old to elite preparation at sixteen — every age has its program, its format and its coaches.
U8
Born 2018 – 2019
Discovery
Football 8 · Mixed
U10
Born 2016 – 2017
Foundation
Football 8 · Mixed
U12
Born 2014 – 2015
Development
Football 8 · Mixed
U14
Born 2012 – 2013
Performance
Football 11 · Mixed
U16
Born 2010 – 2011
Elite
Football 11 · Mixed
Girls are welcome in every category. Dedicated goalkeeper coaching from U8 onwards.
Methodology
The Villarreal way.
A model born in La Plana, exported to the world. Possession, intelligence, character.
01
Ratio 1 : 15
One qualified coach for every fifteen players, supported by assistants. Personal feedback in every session.
02
Game-based learning
Real situations, real decisions. Players learn through guided play, not isolated drills.
03
Goalkeeper specialists
Dedicated goalkeeper coach for every age category from U8.
04
Weekend matches
Regular fixtures against other Abu Dhabi academies. Compete, learn, repeat.
05
Two formats
Football 8 for U6 – U12, Football 11 for U14 – U16. Each format taught at the right age.
06
Character first
Respect, effort, humility. The same values that built the Yellow Submarine.
Schedule
Three sessions a week.
One hundred and eight a year.
16:15First session starts
22:00Last session ends
1h 15Per session
15 minPitch rotation
3×Sessions / week
108Sessions / season
Plus weekend matches against other academies in Abu Dhabi.
Optional service
Door-to-door bus.
An optional shuttle picks up your child before training and drops them home after the session. One less thing to worry about.
Routes and pricing confirmed at registration based on your address.
Bus service
Pick-up · Training · Drop-off
Facilities & team
Built for performance.
Professional pitches, a technical staff certified in the Villarreal CF methodology and a coaching ratio that lets every player be seen. Full team and facility details will be published as the season opens.
FAQ
Everything parents ask us.
What ages can join the academy?
From U6 (born 2020 – 2021) up to U16 (born 2010 – 2011). Boys and girls are equally welcome in every category.
How is my child's category decided?
By year of birth, never by school year. We ask for the year of birth at registration to avoid confusion.
What does the registration fee include?
The registration fee covers the training kit, match kit, backpack, cap and welcome pack. Additional items will be confirmed shortly.
How often do they train?
Three sessions per week of 1 hour 15 minutes each, plus weekend matches against other Abu Dhabi academies. A total of 108 sessions per season.
Is there a sibling discount?
Yes. From the second sibling enrolled, an automatic 10% discount is applied to the annual fee.
Which payment methods are accepted?
Credit / debit card, bank transfer, Apple Pay, and monthly instalments via Tabby and Tamara.
Do you offer transportation?
Yes, an optional bus service picks up and drops off players based on your address. You can request it during registration.
Is goalkeeper coaching included?
Yes. From U8 onwards every age category has a dedicated goalkeeper coach.
Limited places
Your child's season starts here.
Secure a place before the categories close. Registration takes less than two minutes.
Priority ListLocation
Find us.
35 Al Mithaq St
Madinat Al Riyad, Baniyas North
Abu Dhabi, UAE
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