New Hera International Football Academy · Season 2026–27

2026/2027
NEW HERA
INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL ACADEMY

An elite international football
academy in Nairobi for boys &
girls (U5 – U19)

One unified methodology, elite European technical direction, and a proven pathway designed for global progression.

POWERED BY FOREFRONT FOOTBALL
FC Barcelona Youth Methodology Heritage

Boys & girls    U5 – U19    Karen · Nairobi    Entry by trial

Why NHI Academy?

Pro-grade
from day one

European direction, professional match technology
and one way of playing, from the youngest band to U19.

01

FULL-TIME

Spanish technical direction

Led full-time by a ceified Spanish Technical Director directing session design, player profiling and tactical development.

02

VIDEO

Hudl smart camera system
Pro-grade tactical recording. Automated wide-angle footage capturing team positioning, spatial structure and transition play.

03

DATA

Titan GPS & performance belts

Wearable tech tracking player load, work rate, sprint intensity and physical conditioning.

04

METHOD

Forefront Football & La Masia-inspired methodology
Game intelligence, spatial awareness and positional play — coached identically from the early age bands through to U19.

05

EUROPE – USA

International pathways & camps
A proven history of bringing Villarreal CF, FC Andorra and the Rafa Nadal Academy to Nairobi, with routes to Spain and US scholarships for elite talent.
Development pathway & age bands

One pathway, four stages

Pick an age band to see the training format, the video analysis and what parents receive.

Focus
Team analysis & video
Parent access
Pro-grade methodology & technology

Advanced match
& team analysis

All-inclusive season package

Everything
in one fee

Training, kit, matches, transport, analysis and reports are all part of the season fee.

 

01
Weekly training

Elite academy format: weekday training plus weekend matches.

02
Spanish technical direction
Permanent UEFA Pro Licensed Technical Director & Head of Methodology and Scoutin
03
FC Barcelona-proven methodology
Methodology head office based in Barcelona.
04
Full kit
2 official match kits (home & away) and 2 training kits. Socks not included.
05
2 player reports
Comprehensive reports at mid-season and end of season.
06
Matchday transport
Organised team transport for all away fixtures.
07
League & tournament fees
Official registration, referee fees and pitch management covered.
08
Dedicated parent app
Real-time schedules, match details, video downloads and progress reports in one place.
09
Elite performance workshops
Workshops run across the season for players.
10
Top local coaches & safety
Forefront, CAF and Cruyff Football certified coaches every week. Safeguarding-certified staff, FIFA child-safety protocols and Certificates of Good Conduct for all personnel.
11
Top-notch equipment
One ball per player, professional equipment and goals.
12
Invisible training
Nutrition guidance, structured recovery and stretching, strength training, career-pathway and mental-health workshops.
13
20% off 2 elite camps
Two international elite camps in Nairobi every year, e.g. Villarreal CF and FC Andorra.

New Hera Girls · Elite & development programme

Who said girls can’t play football?


“Girls are here to transform the game. We are here to support the journey.”

A high-performance pathway bridging athletic excellence, university scholarships and dual-career success. Open to girls of all ages, U5 to U19.

Where numbers allow, girls-only groups can start in younger bands.
Programme pillars
01
Dedicated female leadership
Qualified female coaches and mentors, tailored to female athlete development.
02
Pro player mentorship
Masterclasses and live Q&A talks with active professional women footballers.
03
Pro & semi-pro pathways
Placement opportunities via local clubs, European trials and New Hera Agency.
04
Female athlete wellness
Workshops on ACL injury prevention, female sports nutrition and care, and mental strength.
05
Safe & supportive culture
Enforced child safeguarding, secure facilities and female travel chaperones.
06
Academic harmony
Active monitoring to balance high-level sport with school performance and exam success.

Technical leadership

From La Masia to Nairobi

Our Spanish technical directors bring 10+ seasons of FC Barcelona youth methodology to every session, every band and every coach.

MARC QUINTANA

Head of Methodology & Scouting

10+ seasons in FC Barcelona youth football as coach, academy coordinator and methodology department member.

Xavier Damunt

Head of Methodology & Scouting

10+ seasons in FC Barcelona youth football as coach, academy coordinator and methodology department member.

Facilities & location

The Karen
compound

11-a-side

Natural grass pitch

Secure compound access
Controlled entry for players, parents and staff.
Dedicated parking
On-site parking for drop-off and matchdays.
Karen · Nairobi · Kenya
Fees & enrolment

Season 2026–27

35 weeks in a season, 31 October 2026 to 30 July 2027.

Fee estimator
What will my season cost?
Age band
Payment plan
Early bird applies to full-season payment only.
4-step admission

Admission
is by trial

Selection and squad structure (Team A / Team B) are strictly merit-based. We evaluate attitude, work ethic, training attendance, performance, coachability and physical condition — to foster high-level competition and continuous development.

What players & parents say

In their own words

Our partners

Clubs & allies

Register for season 2026–27

Book an official trial

Fill in the form, attend the trial, receive your performance assessment. We reply within two working days.


LOCATION:
Karen, Nairobi, Kenya

PROGRAMME

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