Applications open · October 2026
16 PLAYERS.
RAISE
YOUR GAME.
Play with high-level players.
Train for a higher standard.
A selected squad of just 16 advanced Years 9–10 players. Experienced high-level coaches. Fixtures against professional and local clubs. A platform to test yourself and show what you can do.
Apply for a TrialParent/guardian application required. Trials by invitation.
The Swerve Select difference
The right players.
The right challenge.
Raise your standards alongside players who want to do the same. Swerve Select brings together four things that make every session count.
01 / HIGH-LEVEL PLAYERSPlay with players who push you.
Train alongside a selected group of advanced players. The pace, quality and ambition of the squad challenge you to sharpen your technique, decisions and habits.
02 / COMPETITIVE FIXTURESTest yourself against stronger opposition.
Compete against professional and local clubs through planned termly fixtures. A stage to put your ability on show, with opportunities for exposure to professional scouts.
03 / HIGH-LEVEL COACHINGLearn from a wealth of experience.
UEFA-qualified and former professional coaches bring extensive experience of high-level football and coaching. Purposeful sessions develop the technical detail and tactical understanding your game needs.
04 / ONLY 16 PLAYERSA small squad. A high standard.
The squad is capped at 16 players. A carefully selected group keeps the environment focused, gives coaches room to work closely with players and makes every place matter.
Delivered by Swerve Soccer — the official UK provider of LALIGA Camps UK. Swerve Select is a Swerve Soccer programme.
A stage to show your ability
Compete against professional and local clubs.
Take the standards you build in training into competitive fixtures. Face different playing styles, make decisions under pressure and show your quality against demanding opposition.
These games can provide opportunities to play in front of professional scouts. Scout attendance and recruitment opportunities are not guaranteed.
Termly fixtures are planned for selected evenings and weekends. Opponents and dates are confirmed as fixtures are arranged. Away fixtures against professional clubs cost extra.
Apply for a TrialApplication → Trial → Selection
Only 16 players.
Earn your place.
Tell us about your player.
A parent or guardian completes the pre-trial application. We review each application before offering a trial.
Show us on the pitch.
Suitable applicants are invited to attend one or two training sessions so we can assess their level within the group.
Find the right fit.
We make a final selection decision after assessment. An application or trial does not guarantee a squad place.
Before you apply
The details
that matter.
Is this the right level for my child?
Swerve Select is for advanced Year 9 and Year 10 players aiming for, or already playing in, a professional academy environment. It is not a beginner or intermediate programme. The application and trial help us assess suitability.
When and where do players train?
Wednesdays, 18:30–19:45, from October 2026 at Bede’s Senior School, Upper Dicker, BN27 3QH. Facilities include grass pitches, an all-weather pitch, a sports hall, gym and changing rooms.
What does it cost?
Training is £15 per session, paid as a termly fee. Training kit and away fixtures against professional clubs carry additional charges. The programme runs for at least two terms, with the option to extend into a third.
Can players stay with their current club?
Yes. Swerve Select provides additional development alongside existing club or academy football. Players should consider their existing training and fixture commitments when applying.
Who looks after the players?
Sessions are delivered by experienced coaches. All Swerve Soccer staff must hold an enhanced DBS check before commencing work. View our policies for further information.
Ready for the challenge?
High-level teammates. Experienced coaches. Competitive fixtures. Just 16 players. Apply to join the squad.
