Elite Midlands - Ages 8-14 (30-31 Oct 2025)

£499

Step up your game at The Nationals Midlands Elite Camp in Derbyshire – a goalkeeper camp located at Mickleover FC, designed for the most dedicated keepers aiming to elevate their skills to the top level. Limited to only 36 elite goalkeepers, this exclusive camp offers an unmatched opportunity for intimate, high-quality training in small, focused groups.

Led by Nationals Head Coach, Martin Brennan, and featuring two special guest coaches, this Elite Camp provides personalised guidance and in-depth training tailored to each participant's needs. 

This camp is designed for 1 Keeper & 1 Accompanying Parent with meals and accommodation included for both. See below for the full itinerary and what's included.

Apply now to secure your place and join a select group of keepers on the journey to elite performance.

This was formerly the gloveglu Academy Junior Elite Camp - Now significantly improved thanks to key sponsors, new venue, and new fantastic coaches. 

  • Day 1

    9:30-10am - Arrival and welcome introduction

    10-10:20am - Pre-activation

    10:20-12pm - Training Session

    12-1pm - Lunch at Mickleover FC

    1-2pm - GK workshop

    2-2:20pm - Pre-activation
    2:20-4pm
     - Training session

    4:30-5:30pm - Swimming pool recovery

    6pm - 3 Course Dinner at Hotel

    7pm - GK Workshop

    8pm - Team Building Activity

    10pm - Bedrooms

  • Day 2

    8-8:45am - Breakfast at hotel

    8:45-9:45am - GK Workshop

    10-10:20am - Pre-activation
    10:20-12:15pm
     - Training Session

    12:15-1pm - Lunch at Mickleover FC

    1-2pm - GK Workshop

    2-4pm - Training session

    4-4:30pm - Goalie Wars Tournament

    4:30-5:30pm - GK Workshop

    5:30pm - Closing talk and Celebrations

    6pm - Depart

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  • For the Keepers

    • 6 Training Sessions
    • 4 Goalkeeper Workshops
    • Diet plan
    • Career guidance
    • 1x accommodation at Derby Mickleover Hotel
    • 1x buffet breakfast at Hotel
    • 2x lunches at Mickleover FC
    • 3 Course dinner at hotel (day 1)
    • Full use of pool and leisure facilities at hotel
    • Training Kit (shirt & shorts)
    • Free gloveglu
    • Personal feedback via voicenote
    • Workbook to take home
    • Use of GPS vests for data tracking and analysis
    • Talk to an ex Premier League Goalkeeper
  • For the Parent

    • Refreshments on arrival
    • 1x accommodation at Derby Mickleover Hotel
    • 1x buffet breakfast at Hotel
    • 2x lunches at Mickleover FC
    • 3 Course dinner at hotel (day 1)
    • Full use of pool and leisure facilities at hotel
    • Opportunity to watch training sessions
    • Invited to the Team Building event (night 1)

The Hotel

Set in the heart of Derbyshire and a 5 minute drive from Mickleover Football Club - The training pitch used for The Nationals Elite Midlands Camp.

FAQ's

14 Day Cooling Off Period
Any order can be cancelled within 14 days for a full refund as per EU regulations. Email info@thenationals.co.uk to begin the refund process

After the 14 Day Cooling Off Period - 60 days before the booked camp
Refunds can be offered at 75% between the above dates. A 25% admin fee is taken off your refund due to costs and deposits paid by The Nationals as part of your booking. 

Less than 60 days before your camp
Refunds cannot be offered less than 60 days before the start of your camp. 

You can choose to exchange for Store Credit or defer to another Nationals Camp.

Injuries sustained before the camp:

We believe that The Nationals provides such a valuable experience both on and off the pitch, that attending with an injury can still be an incredible experience for a young goalkeeper. We'd be happy to accommodate injured goalkeepers and provide a top class experience.

If you cannot make it due to an injury obtained after the 60 Day date, a Medical Doctors Note must be provided in order to recieve your refund (minus the 25% admin fee)

This is a much smaller camp than our Nationals Spring and Summer events, so it's important that our Keepers are already at an advanced and similar level, so they can get the most from the training.

Our application form is easy and just allows us to determine of your child is at the correct ability level required for this camp

Yes - 1 parent must accompany their goalkeeper.

We unfortunately cannot host 2 parents as we have twin rooms booked for this event. Other parents and family members would be welcome to watch training, but not included in the other activities.

After applying, Martin will be in touch within 5 working days to confirm whether you are the right fit for this camp.

We will then provide a unique link to the camp to complete the purchase, with a booking form to complete after with dietary requirements, etc.

The accommodation will be a twin room at the hotel.

Goalkeeper and parent must share a twin room together