Academy of Sport
The Academy of Sport was launched by South Leicestershire College to give opportunities to young people wanting to study and play professional sport at the same time. The College is partnered with some of the largest sporting clubs and players in the City and delivers several development centres with them. The Football Development Centre is ran with Leicester City F.C. and is led by head coach, Leicester City legend, Matt Elliott. The Rugby Development Centre is run by coaches from the Leicester Tigers. The Boxing Development Centre is ran through Boxing legend Barry McGuigan with its training sessions held in South Leicestershire College's Boxing gym, The Weigh In. The College also runs a Mixed Martial Arts Development Centre and a Basketball Development Centre ran by Leicester Riders.
Learners who join the Academy of Sport train with the professional coaches and get to compete in professional competitions. Learners also received a free sport-specific kit package and free transport to training and playing venues.
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