The Nationals Elite South - May 2026 (Ages 8-14)
The Nationals Elite South - May 2026 (Ages 8-14)
THE NATIONALS ELITE SOUTH CAMP
28TH-29TH MAY 2026
Step up your game at The Nationals Elite Camp – a goalkeeper camp designed for the most dedicated keepers aiming to elevate their skills to the top level. Limited to only 16 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, this Elite Camp provides personalised guidance and in-depth training tailored to each participant's needs.
This camp is designed for keepers looking to reach the next level - You could be playing academy level, or for a club team with aspirations to secure an academy trial.
The Nationals Waiver Agreement
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Itinerary
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Day 1
9:30-10am - Arrival and welcome introduction
10-10:20am - Pre-activation
10:20-12pm - Training Session
12-1pm - Lunch at Thame FC
1-2pm - GK workshop
2-2:20pm - Pre-activation
2:20-4pm - Training session4:30-5:30pm - Swimming pool recovery
6pm - 3 Course Dinner at Hotel
7pm - GK Workshop
8pm - Team Building Activity
10pm - Bedrooms
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Day 2
8-8:45am - Breakfast at hotel
8:45-9:45am - GK Workshop
10-10-20am - Pre-activation
10:20-12:15pm - Training Session12:15-1pm - Lunch
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 Presentations
6pm - Depart
What's Included?
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For the Keepers
- 6 Training Sessions
- 4 Goalkeeper Workshops
- Diet plan
- Career guidance
- 1x accommodation at Hilton Belfry
- 1x buffet breakfast at Hotel
- 2x lunches at Thame FC
- 3 Course dinner at hotel (day 1)
- Swimming pool sessions and full use of pool/gym whilst 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
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For the Parent
- Refreshments on arrival
- 1x accommodation at Hilton Belfry
- 1x buffet breakfast at Hotel
- 2x lunches at Thame FC
- 3 Course dinner at hotel (day 1)
- Swimming pool sessions and full use of pool/gym whilst at hotel
- Opportunity to watch training sessions
- Invited to the Team Building event (night 1)
Elite Camp FAQ's
What's the refund policy?
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)
Do parents have to attend?
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.
What is the accommodation like?
The accommodation is a Twin Room at the Oxford Belfry near Thame, Oxfordshire.
It is approximately 10 minutes from the training pitch.
Do we have to share a room?
Goalkeeper and parent must share a room together
How will different abilities be split?
The application process ensures all goalkeepers will be at an advanced level.
For smaller sessions with the coaches, we will assess ability and age when grouping goalkeepers.
Rest assured our biggest priority is on high quality training for this Elite Camp.
Is transport from the hotel to training provided?
There will be minibus transfers available from the hotel to training, for anyone who needs it.
Parents are welcome to drive from the hotel to training. This also gives parents the flexibility to go to and from training rather than watching the whole session
How do I know if I'm at the right level to apply?
If you're playing at a good level in your age group between ages 8-14, please consider this camp!
I just wanted to say thank you for a fantastic goalkeeping camp. Jude came away really inspired and full of enthusiasm. He loved the training style and the mix of technical work, mindset development, and leadership focus. The camp has clearly made an impact, he’s applied what he learned straight away, producing two strong performances at his club, earning Player of the Match in one, and showing real resilience in the other. He’s also due to start one-to-one sessions with Tommy Forecast and is keen to support the younger goalkeepers at our club, which really reflects the confidence and motivation he’s gained from the experience. Thanks again for the time, energy, and encouragement you gave the players. It was a brilliant few days and hugely beneficial for Jude.
Martin is a top coach and Riley has learnt alot, not just about being a GK but about being a 11yo lad. Martin is very professional and gets the best out of the GK and helps them, we will return next year.
From the beginning, the children were encouraged and expected to be behave like professionals. The on pitch activities were well organised and explained, challenging and fun. The classroom activities were way beyond expectations, from setting up for a corner to the goal keeper mindset / psychology and how to manage the pre-game/post-game chats with parents in the car ... amazing! My daughter (and I) came away buzzing and she was able to put some of the coaching and learning into practice in her match on Sunday. She wants to come back for more. Highly recommended.
As a parent, it's great! I have learnt more from your classroom sessions I sat in on than I have in years about the mental side of goalkeeping as its something I never thought of before so thank you for this!
The whole 2 days was brilliant, a well-oiled machine and better than last time in my opinion- looked professional and felt professional!