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Redefine your greatness with Middlesbrough College Sports Academies
Are you ready to think, train, and play like an athlete? Are you an elite example of your sport, passionate about taking your skills to the next level?
If so, we want to hear from you.
Launched in 2012, our Sports Academies are designed for the most dedicated and exceptional applicants, ensuring a competitive and high-performance environment where each individual is challenged to reach their full potential.
We are home to eight specialist Sports Academies, and each one offers supportive, specialist coaching from highly qualified academy coaches, including ex-professional players and National-level coaches.
Whether you play on the pitch or in the pool, we are committed to developing your sporting excellence, with fantastic opportunities to play regionally and nationally!
Benefits, Benefits, Benefits
High-quality, professional coaching
Pre-season screening
Free access to the sports injury clinic & massage therapy
Free strength and conditioning training and programming
Performance analysis
Sport Science support including nutritional advice and psychological profiling
Access to state-of-the-art facilities
Assistance towards achieving a coaching qualification
We are TASS Dual Career Accredited
TASS (Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme) is an athletic support programme, which helps talented athletes to balance their sport and studies, with the goal of them being able to reach their potential in both. The programme is open to all elite athletes on any course at Middlesbrough College, not just Sports and Leisure courses.
For more information, contact the Sports Admin Team on 01642 333772 or stpsadmin@mbro.ac.uk.
Train in state-of-the-art facilities
No matter which Sports Academy you join, you’ll benefit from state-of-the-art facilities and equipment that is unique to your sport and designed to help you reach your full potential. Sports Academy students will also have access to a multi-functional gym and tailored strength and conditioning sessions, allowing you to think, train, and play like a professional.
You’ll also benefit from our fantastic industry partnerships, some of which include the Mohawks, Saltburn Cricket Club, Premier Player, and Stokesly Golf Range!
Register your interest in a Sports Academy today
Are you an elite footballer in the making? Does basketball get your blood racing? Are you a dedicated gymnast, ready to train for championships?
Our Sports Academies are designed to help you reach the pinnacle of sporting excellence, with dedicated coaches who have a wealth of experience either playing or coaching at the top level in the UK and/or abroad.
Register your interest today and get ready to think, train, and play like an athlete – and be the best version of you that you know you can be!
You can also apply for a Sports Academy on your full-time course application form. Click here to view all out full-time courses.
Join a Sports Academy
Find out more about our Sports Academies by contacting the Sports Admin Team on 01642 333772 or stpsadmin@mbro.ac.uk.