PERFORMANCE CAMP

Specialist Coaches | Advanced Environment | Professional Exposure

 ▶ DATE 26-27 MAY 2026  ▶ LOCATION UPPER DICKER ▶ PRICE £150  ▶ AGES 7-14   ▶ TIME 9:00-16:30

PREVIOUS SCOUT REPRESENTATION

THE PERFORMANCE
CAMP CONTENT

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Filtered playing levels to protect standards

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High-performance academy-style training

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Bede’s school scholarship reps in attendance

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Led by UEFA-qualified coaching staff and former pro

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Goalkeeper-specific training

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Interactive on-and-off the field workshops

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Special guest appearances

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LALIGA Camps UK scholarships reps

WHAT IS THE PERFORMANCE CAMP?

Swerve Soccer’s Performance Camp is designed for players of an advanced playing level.

Delivered over two-intensive days at Bede’s Senior School, the camp provides a professional training environment that mirrors the demands of academy football.

Players take part in structured coaching sessions, specialist workshops, and exposure to professional academies while continuing to develop their overall game.

The course is hosted by Swerve Soccer’s performance team, ensuring the highest coaching level. Please use the eligibility checker before booking.

  • The Performance Camp is suitable for players who currently compete or have previously competed within one or more of the following environments:

    • First divisions (e.g. Mid Sussex Youth League)

    • County representative squads

    • Junior Premier League (JPL)

    • Private academies (A-team level)

    • Professional academy programmes (advanced+ squads)

    • High-performance school football programmes such as Bede’s

    Not sure if your child meets the level?
    We strongly recommend contacting us for an assessment. Our feedback is honest and transparent.

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LED BY
FORMER PRO
DAN HARDING

The camp is led by former Southampton and England U21 professional Dan Harding.

Dan Harding is a former professional footballer who represented Southampton FC in the Premier League and earned international honours with England U21. Across a distinguished 16-year career, Dan made over 350 professional appearances and achieved multiple promotions to the top flight, competing alongside some of the game’s elite players.

Now leading our Performance Camp, Dan brings first-hand Championship League experience, UEFA-level coaching knowledge, and a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed at the highest level. His leadership ensures players experience an authentic, high-performance environment designed to challenge, inspire, and elevate their game.

SWERVE’S PERFORMANCE
CAMP COACHES

DAN HARDING

Former England U21 international and EFL Championship player, representing clubs including Southampton FC, Brighton & Hove Albion, and Ipswich Town FC.
Dan brings elite playing experience and a strong professional network, helping provide credible next-step pathways for players.

JAMES FRASER

Former professional footballer with Bristol Rovers and England Schoolboys representative.
Co-director of Swerve Soccer, known for high-intensity, player-focused sessions. A Level 3 qualified gym instructor, James integrates physical development and athletic performance into every programme.

OLIVER DAVIES

Founder of Swerve Soccer, supporting over 7,000 players since its inception across the South East.
Joint First XI manager at Bede’s Senior School for nearly a decade, leading the programme to Hudl League titles and county cup success. Director of LALIGA Camps UK, an exclusive international camp in partnership with LALIGA.

ANDY FOULKES

Andy is Swerve Soccer’s specialist goalkeeper coach with 40+ years’ playing experience. A lifelong keeper, he represented Sussex from U12 to senior level. He began coaching in 2006, led goalkeeping across multiple age groups, and joined Chelsea FC’s community and pre-academy programmes. His coaching pedigree is reflected in his sons, who now play professionally.

TONY MORRISS

Tony is a seasoned expert in high-performance Strength & Conditioning, boasting 28 years of experience working with elite athletes across multiple sports. Currently collaborating with Premier League star Solly March (Brighton & Hove Albion) With his unparalleled expertise, Tony offers a unique perspective on preventing and managing common youth sports injuries.

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AT THE EXAMPLE SCHEDULE

Training sessions have developed by Dan Harding and reflects his philosophy of tight‑space play

The camp provides a professional training environment that mirrors the demands of academy football with both an individualised and team focus spread across key components such s defending, midfield and attack play. Emphasising compact ball control, quick decision‑making and coordinated movement in confined areas.

HOSTED AT BEDE’S, A TOP 10 INDEPENDENT FOOTBALL SCHOOL

The camp is held at Bede’s Senior School in the South East of England, a top independent school set in the English countryside

The school provides well-maintained playing pitches, a spacious modern sports hall, a fully equipped gym, and dedicated classrooms to meet all camp requirements.

REGISTRATION STEPS

  1. CHECK ELIGIBILITY

  • The Performance Camp is suitable for players who currently compete or have previously competed within one or more of the following environments:

    • First division (e.g. Mid Sussex Youth League)

    • County representative squads

    • Junior Premier League (JPL)

    • Private academies (A-team level)

    • Professional academy programmes (advanced squads+)

    • High-performance school football programmes such as Bede’s

    Not sure if your child meets the level?
    We strongly recommend contacting us. Our feedback is honest and transparent.

2. REGISTER

Click here to register. PAY IN 3 WITH KLARNA

3. CONFIRMATION

You will be sent a automated confirmation email with further details surrounding the camp.

FAQS

  • No. We rely on parents to ensure their child meets the eligibility criteria and provide guidance to those who need clarification.

  • We can only accept bookings for the full duration of the course.

  • No, a packed lunch + snacks must be brought to camp.

  • Yes, Bede’s Senior School, Upper Dicker, BN27 3QH

  • There will be a minimum of 2 professionally linked academy scouts in attendance from catagory 1-3 clubs.

  • Yes, we accept Klarna payment methods which allows you to spread the cost across 3-monthly instalments.

  • Yes, there is a 20% discount for siblings. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotion.