What age can my child start cricket at ICC Academy?

Cricket Cubs is an introductory programme for children aged 4-6, and ADIB Warriors covers girls and boys aged 6-18. The FAQ says coaching programmes start from age 5, so check with the academy for a 4-year-old.

How do the coaching terms work?

There are two terms, January to April and September to December, each running for 15 weeks. You choose one, two or three sessions a week (the options differ for each group) on set days, plus there are camps during the year.

How big are the groups?

The academy says sessions have 8-10 players per coach.

How much do lessons cost?

Prices aren't published online - they depend on the age group and how many sessions a week you choose. Email info@iccacademy.com or call +971 4 448 1355 for current fees.

Does my child need their own kit?

Yes. The academy does not provide equipment or cricket gear for training sessions, but its retail partner AJ Sports has a store on site.

Is there private coaching?

Yes, one-to-one sessions are available with the academy's Level 1, 2 and 3 coaches, and the bowling machine is only used in these one-to-one sessions.

ICC Academy Dubai

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ICC Academy is a purpose-built cricket centre in Dubai Sports City's Sports Village, right next to the International Cricket Council's headquarters. Alongside its high-performance and education work, it runs a junior pathway: Cricket Cubs, an introductory programme for children aged 4-6 covering fundamental movement, game play and social skills, and ADIB Warriors, age-group coaching for girls and boys aged 6-18. It also lists a Strikers programme, holiday camps, one-to-one coaching and tours. Coaching runs in two 15-week terms (January to April and September to December), with one, two or three sessions a week (the options differ for each group), and groups of 8-10 players per coach. The academy says all its coaches hold ICC Level 1, 2 or 3 accreditation. Facilities include an air-conditioned indoor centre with six practice pitches, a BatFast batting simulator lane, PitchVision video analysis cameras, two floodlit full-size ovals and a floodlit outdoor practice area. It is rated 4.5 on Google from 705 reviews. Prices aren't published online, so email or call for current term fees.

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The activity

Cricket, explained

Cricket coaching for children builds hand-eye coordination, throwing and catching, batting timing and bowling technique, along with teamwork and fair play. Junior sessions usually mix skill drills - throwdowns, catching practice, bowling in the nets - with small-sided games so children spend plenty of time with the ball. As players progress they move into age-group squads and start playing matches and festivals against other teams. Some academies add training technology such as bowling machines, batting simulators and video analysis to help older players refine their technique. Many children begin with a fun, movement-based introductory group from around age 4 or 5 before joining a structured age-group programme.

Who it's for

Girls and boys from age 4: Cricket Cubs is for ages 4-6 and ADIB Warriors covers ages 6-18, with a Senior Warriors programme for adults (18+). The academy's FAQ says its coaching programmes start from age 5 and cater for all levels, so check with the academy if your child is 4. Special-needs provision isn't mentioned on the website - ask the provider.

What to expect

Group coaching runs in 15-week terms with 8-10 players per coach, on set days, with one, two or three sessions a week (the options differ for each group) - so training once a week gives 15 sessions. Cricket Cubs focuses on fundamental movement, game play and social skills; ADIB Warriors offers age-group coaching at every level. Bring your own kit: the academy does not provide equipment or cricket gear for training sessions, though its retail partner AJ Sports has a shop on site. Trial sessions aren't mentioned on the website - ask the provider. To register, email [email protected] and the team will get back to you.

Highlights

Cricket Cubs for ages 4-6 and ADIB Warriors for girls and boys aged 6-18 (iccacademy.com)
Two 15-week coaching terms a year, January-April and September-December, plus camps (iccacademy.com)
Groups of 8-10 players per coach; coaches hold ICC Level 1, 2 or 3 accreditation (iccacademy.com)
Air-conditioned indoor centre with six practice pitches, a BatFast simulator lane and PitchVision video analysis (iccacademy.com)
Two floodlit full-size ovals and a floodlit outdoor practice area (iccacademy.com)
Holiday camps, one-to-one coaching and tours as well as term programmes (iccacademy.com)

Why parents rate it

What parents say on Google

ICC Academy is rated 4.5 on Google from 705 reviews. Of those, 504 are five-star and 144 four-star, with 20 three-star, 10 two-star and 27 one-star reviews.

The facts

Ages: Cricket Cubs: 4-6
ADIB Warriors: 6-18
Senior Warriors: 18+ (FAQ says coaching starts from age 5)
Schedule: Two 15-week terms (January-April, September-December); one, two or three sessions a week on set days (options differ for each group); coaching camps during the year
Where: ICC Academy, Sports Village, Dubai Sports City, Dubai
How to book: iccacademy.com/contact-us · +971 4 448 1355 · [email protected]

Questions parents ask

Good to know

Located in Sports Village, Dubai Sports City, behind the ICC Headquarters (iccacademy.com)
Bring your own cricket kit - equipment isn't provided for training sessions; AJ Sports has a retail store on site (iccacademy.com)
Snack and drinks area on site, plus changing rooms (iccacademy.com)
The bowling machine is only available in one-to-one sessions with a coach (iccacademy.com)
Family membership gives discounts on youth programmes, one-to-one coaching and facility hire (iccacademy.com)
Wheelchair-accessible entrance, toilet and car park (Google listing)