Atlas Lions Football Academy
- Ages5–16years old
- WhereAcademic CityOpen in Maps
- Not publishedAskPrices and times
About Atlas Lions Football Academy
Atlas Lions Football Academy coaches children aged 5 to 16 at three Dubai venues: International Academic School in Al Warqa, HCT in Academic City and Lycée Libanais in Meydan. Founder Hamza Ait Takkazitte says his vision is "to build an academy that is welcoming to all children", giving young players "a platform that they can launch off from". The coaching team includes coach Zakaria F, and the academy says its coaches focus on skill development, teamwork and having fun. Sessions last an hour: three evenings a week at Academic City and Meydan, and on the days listed as 'Tuesday - Thursday' at Al Warqa. Families register through an online form on the academy's website. It is rated 5.0 on Google from 8 reviews. Prices and trial sessions are not published on the website, so message the academy through its site to ask about fees, a first session and space at your nearest venue.
The activity
Football, explained
Football (soccer) coaching gives kids regular running, ball control and teamwork, usually in small groups by age. Sessions mix drills - dribbling, passing, shooting - with small-sided games, building coordination, fitness and the confidence that comes from playing in a team. Many clubs take children from around age 4 or 5, with groups becoming more technical as players get older. No experience is needed to start, and kit is usually simple: trainers or boots, shin pads, comfortable sportswear and a water bottle. Beyond skills, regular training teaches kids to listen to a coach, take turns and handle winning and losing well.
Who it's for
Children aged 5 to 16; the academy says beginners and players looking to refine their technique are both welcome.
What to expect
Training runs in one-hour evening sessions: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at Academic City (HCT), Monday, Wednesday and Friday at Meydan (Lycée Libanais), and the days listed as 'Tuesday - Thursday' at Al Warqa (International Academic School). The academy says its coaches focus on skill development, teamwork and having fun, and that beginners and players refining their technique are both welcome. Registration is through an online form asking for the player's details, parent details and an emergency contact. The website does not publish prices, a trial policy or a kit list - ask the provider before your first visit.
Highlights
- 5.0 on Google from 8 reviews, all five-star (Google listing)
- Three venues: Al Warqa (International Academic School), Academic City (HCT) and Meydan (Lycée Libanais) (atlaslionsacademy.com)
- Coaches children aged 5 to 16 (atlaslionsacademy.com)
- One-hour evening sessions at every venue; three evenings a week at Academic City and Meydan (atlaslionsacademy.com)
- Founded by Hamza Ait Takkazitte; coaching team includes Zakaria F (atlaslionsacademy.com)
- Online registration form on the website (atlaslionsacademy.com)
Why parents rate it
What parents say on Google
Atlas Lions Football Academy is rated 5.0 on Google from 8 reviews, and all 8 are five-star ratings.
The facts
- Ages
- 5 to 16 years (atlaslionsacademy.com)
- Not published yet
- Ask about prices and trials
- Schedule
- Academic City (HCT): Mon, Wed, Thu 6-7PM; Meydan (Lycée Libanais): Mon, Wed, Fri 6:15-7:15PM; Al Warqa (International Academic School): listed as 'Tuesday - Thursday' 5-6PM (atlaslionsacademy.com)
- Where
- Al Warqa - International Academic School · Academic City - HCT · Meydan - Lycée Libanais
Questions parents ask
Good to know
- Wheelchair-accessible car park and entrance at the Academic City location (Google listing)
- The website has a contact form and a WhatsApp button for enquiries (atlaslionsacademy.com)
Prices, ages and times change — confirm with the provider before you book.
Location
Skip mapAl Rowaiyah Second - Academic City - Dubai
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