Individual Sport Programmes The Complete Guide
Introduction Culford sports programmes provide a pathway to develop pupils at Foundation, Development, Performance and Elite levels through individual and small group lessons. Bespoke sessions supplement major sports and foster the key sporting attributes of confidence, resilience, and selfawareness as athletes also develop the sound technical and tactical knowledge in their chosen sport.
Our goal is to produce dynamic, innovative, flexible and resilient sportsmen and women. We pride ourselves on taking an holistic approach to each individual. To this end, academic life is integrated with each pupil’s sporting aspirations. Culford’s unique approach has attracted the attention of American universities and a number of pupils in recent years have been awarded sports scholarships for study in the USA.
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Culford Golf Academy
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Culford Golf Academy The Golf Academy is an exciting sports programme at Culford as all our golfers have access to our brand new indoor studio. An established professional, Lawrence Dodd, Head of Golf, won the first of his three consecutive men’s county championships at the age of 15, and his achievements earned him a scholarship to the University of Tennessee. Lawrence has also represented England and played on the PGA European Tour. Acknowledging the importance of playing a wide variety of sports from a young age, he says: “At Culford, we are creating an environment that I did not experience until playing international golf. We remain committed to equal opportunities and provide a pathway to excellence.”
Facilities Our first class facilities enable us to combine a quality education with a specialised golf programme. The indoor studio is equipped with state-of-the-art technology used by the world’s top professional players: • Trackman 4 radar technology • Golf Simulator • Covered driving range
“We create an enjoyable teaching environment that allows pupils to reach their full potential. Golf demands focus and determination, both of which are valuable life skills.” Lawrence Dodd, Head of Golf and PGA Professional
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Culford Golf Academy The High Performance Golf Programme typically includes: • • • • •
Regular personalised coaching with the Head of Golf and our team of PGA Professionals Technical skills development Specialised golf strength and conditioning training (Development and High Performance level) Video analysis and simulation using Trackman 4 dual radar ball tracking technology Membership at two leading Suffolk golf clubs (Development and High Performance level)
Programme Details Programme
Age
Weekly Sessions
Annual Cost
Foundation
8-18
1 x Individual
£1,000
Foundation I
8-18
1 x Individual 1 x Activity 1 x Club Membership
£1,380
11-18
1 x Individual 1 x Group (3 hours) 1 x Course Lesson 1 x Activity Level 2 Strength & Conditioning 2 x Club Memberships
£3,360
11-18
1 x Individual 2 x Group (4.5 hours combined) 1 x Course Lesson 1 x Activity Level 2 Strength & Conditioning 2 x Club Memberships
£3,740
11-18
2 x Individual 2 x Group (4.5 hours combined) 1 x Course Lesson 1 x Activity Level 4 Strength & Conditioning 2 x Club Memberships
£5,590
Development
Development I
High Performance
Please note that in addition to the above, there will be a charge for each tournament entered.
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Culford Tennis Academy
Culford Tennis Academy Culford School’s Tennis Academy is amongst the finest in the UK. The Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) recently ranked Culford School as the number one boys’ and number three girls’ school in Great Britain. Culford Tennis is led by James Yates who is a Level 5 Licensed Master Performance Coach. David Hall, a Level 5 Licensed Club Coach, leads the School and Community section. As a professional tennis player, Head Coach Andrew Richardson achieved an ATP singles ranking of 130 in the world and 98 in doubles and represented Great Britain in the Davis Cup. Andrew’s relentless work ethic, coupled with a highly professional approach to the game, makes him one of the most respected coaches in the country. Culford has a long-standing partnership with Hills Road in Cambridge and players have access to Hills Road for the Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence Programme (AASE). In addition, Culford is and LTA Local and Regional Player Development Centre, which means we benefit from regular support from regional and national coaching teams.
“We offer the ideal balance for aspiring performance players. The Culford model provides the perfect opportunity for a player to pursue a full tennis programme combined with a first class education.” Andrew Richardson, Head Coach and Former GB Davis Cup International
Tim Henman, OBE, shares advice with Culford Tennis Academy players
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Culford Tennis Academy Facilities Our exceptional tennis facilities include: • Five outdoor courts • Four championship standard indoor courts • Two indoor courts covered by a single skin air-hall
School Tennis Programme The School Tennis Programme is open to all pupils and has seven different levels and varies from squad to individual sessions based on the player’s ability, potential, desire to succeed and progress.
School Tennis Programme Details Programme
Age
Weekly Hours
Weekly Sessions
Annual Cost
Foundation 1
4-18
1.5
1 x Squad
£595
Foundation 2
4-18
1
1 x Individual
£1,285
Foundation 3
4-18
2.5
1 x Squad 1 x Individual
£1,875
Foundation 4
4-18
4
2 x Squad 1 x Individual
£2,465
Foundation 5
4-18
7
4 x Squad 1 x Individual
£3,650
Foundation 6
4-18
5
2 x Squad 2 x Individual
£3,750
8.5
3 x Squad 2 x Individual Level 1 Strength & Conditioning Programme Programme Support
£5,190
Foundation 7
8
4-18
(Average)
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Culford Tennis Academy High Performance Tennis Programme Beyond the School Tennis Programme, our performance programme is open to all Culford pupils above the age of nine who are in county training squads and have a ranking of Orange 1 or 1*. Suitability is determined by an interview with the Head of Tennis as well as an assessment by one of our six full-time performance tennis coaches. Player desire, potential, commitment and family support are all taken into consideration during this process. Sessions for pupils on the performance tennis programme are scheduled around the academic timetable and may take place during the school day, at lunch times and before and after school. Although a large portion of their day will be focused on tennis, it is expected that players remain up to date with their academic work, and they will have full support from teachers and their tutor to do so. Sessions in the performance programmes focus on technical and individual skill development, game understanding, strength and conditioning and mental development.
The High Performance Tennis Programme typically includes: • • • • • • • • •
Individual, paired and squad sessions with a high performance coach Strength and Conditioning training Tournament visits by our performance team International training camps at La Manga, Spain Competitive trips including TE12/14 and ITF U18 Goal setting, planning and reporting Video analysis Nutritional support if required Sports psychology
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Culford Tennis Academy Programme Details To meet the individual performance needs of our pupils, we offer the following packages: Programme
Performance
Advanced Performance
High Performance
National
International
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Age
9-18
9-18
11-18
13-18
13-18
Weekly Hours
Weekly Sessions
Annual Cost
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4 x Squad 2 x Individual Level 3 Strength & Conditioning Programme Programme Support
£6,575
13.5
5 x Squad 2 x Individual Level 3 Strength & Conditioning Programme Programme Support
£7,165
17.5
6 x Squad 3 x Individual Level 4 Strength & Conditioning Programme Programme Support
£9,505
19.5
7 x Squad 4 x Individual Level 4 Strength & Conditioning Programme Programme Support
£11,305
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8 x Squad 5 x Individual Level 4 Strength & Conditioning Programme Programme Support
£13,105
(Average)
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Culford Football Academy
Culford Football Academy offers a coeducational programme which allows pupils to achieve academic success while fulfilling their football ambitions. By taking an holistic approach to the development of each individual, coaches ensure technical, academic and personal growth. Delivered in partnership with Ipswich Town Football Club, pupils receive annual individual development plans designed specifically by the Head of Football. This tailored approach opens opportunities into the professional or semi-professional game and scholarships to universities in the USA. The Football Academy is led by Alan Lee, a former Republic of Ireland international player, who has 20 years of professional playing experience. A leading coach at Ipswich Town Football Club, Alan is a UEFA ‘A’ and FA Academy Youth Licensed Coach.
Facilities Pupils who are part of the Football Academy have access to all Culford’s sporting facilities, including the full size and junior grass pitches as well as the floodlit all-weather pitch and all facilities at Ipswich Town Football Club.
Culford Football Academy The Football Programme typically includes: • • • • • •
Group coaching and competitive matches Individual performance coaching Individual strength and conditioning programme Individual mentoring with the Head of Football Annual personal development plans Coaching sessions with ITFC coaches at Culford and at the ITFC training facility
Programme Details Programme Foundation Development High Performance
Age
Weekly Sessions
Annual Cost
13-18
1 x Skill Specific Squad
£500
13-18
2 x Skill Specific Squad Level 3 Strength & Conditioning
£2,100
13-18
3 x Skill Specific Squad Level 4 Strength & Conditioning
£3,100
Major Sports
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Major Sports | Cricket The Culford Cricket Programme provides your child with the opportunity to have individual and small group coaching all year round. These sessions are designed to offer pupils a range of essential components that will allow them to develop their talent and significantly improve their cricket abilities. Andrew Northcote, Head of Cricket, is an English Cricket Board Level Three Coach. Andrew has over 70 International Caps at Associate Level and is also the Head Coach for Suffolk County Cricket Club.
“Cricketers have the opportunity to develop their game in a controlled, focused and detailed manner. Embracing technology allows us to rapidly increase player development.� Andrew Northcote Head of Cricket
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Major Sports | Cricket Facilities Culford is one of only 100 facilities worldwide to have a state of the art Merlyn spin bowling machine, which has the flexibility to programme multiple types of spin deliveries. Our facilities include: • Four indoor lanes • Three grass nets and cages • Four pitches, including one of the most picturesque grounds in the county • NacSport video analysis including live video feedback • Professional by Bola bowling machine • Merlyn by Bola bowling machine
The Cricket Programme typically includes: • • • • •
Detailed, focused and progressive skill and technical development training Strength and Conditioning (Development and High Performance) Coaching linked to county structures Video analysis Nutritional support if required
Programme Details Programme
Age
Weekly Sessions
Annual Cost
Entry to Cricket
8-11
1 x Squad
£325
Foundation
11-18
1 x Individual
£800
Development
13-18
2 X Individual Level 3 Strength & Conditioning
£2,700
High Performance
13-18
4 x Individual Level 4 Strength & Conditioning
£4,800
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Major Sports | Hockey Culford Hockey has produced a steady stream of international representatives and has consistently been competitive in tournaments across the East of England. In 2016, the Senior girls’ team reached the National Finals at Lee Valley. In addition to the normal games lessons, there is an opportunity to participate in one of three additional programmes. The Hockey Programme is led by Holly Turbill, a national league player for Cannock. A qualified Physical Education teacher, she has led large hockey programmes at two independent schools across the UK. Holly is ideally placed to drive and develop the passion for hockey across both Prep and Senior School.
“We believe in creating an environment where individuals can learn and be the best they can be, whether they want to represent their country, county or school.” Holly Turbill Head of Hockey
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Major Sports | Hockey Facilities A brand new sand-dressed, flood-lit pitch with stands for spectators opened at the school in 2016 which, in addition to our existing artificial surface, makes us the ideal platform to improve your child’s hockey development. Our partnership with Bury St Edmunds Hockey Club means that Culford hockey players can play all year round at a high level.
The Hockey Programme typically includes: • • • •
Detailed, focused and progressive small group skill and technical development training Strength and Conditioning training (Development and High Performance) Video analysis Nutritional support if required (Development and High Performance)
Programme Details Programme
Age
Weekly Sessions
Annual Cost
Foundation
13-18
1 x Skill Specific Squad
£500
Development
13-18
2 x Skill Specific Squad Level 3 Strength & Conditioning
£2,100
High Performance
13-18
3 x Skill Specific Squad Level 4 Strength & Conditioning
£3,100
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Major Sports | Netball Netball at Culford has been one of our leading sports and our teams have consistently reached county and regional finals. We have a strong base of players, coaches and support staff across the school. Charlotte Olley, Head of Netball, leads a group of dedicated coaches who produce excellent results across the board. Charlotte plays and coaches at regional level. Netball is accessible to pupils in both the Autumn and Spring terms. During the Autumn term we focus on preparing for the county competitions, whilst in Spring term we compete against other schools.
“We strive to unlock the full potential of each player’s skills for their individual role on the court.” Charlotte Olley Head of Netball
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Major Sports | Netball Facilities We have five outdoor courts and an indoor court with an electronic scoreboard. These courts are available all year round to students who are keen to play netball and to develop across all three terms.
The Netball Programme typically includes: • • • • •
Detailed, focused and progressive small group skill and technical development training Strength and Conditioning training (Development and High Performance level) Coaching linked to county structures Video Analysis Nutritional support if required
Programme Details Programme
Age
Weekly Sessions
Annual Cost
Foundation
13-18
1 x Skill Specific Squad
£500
Development
13-18
2 x Skill Specific Squad Level 3 Strength & Conditioning
£2,100
High Performance
13-18
3 x Skill Specific Squad Level 4 Strength & Conditioning
£3,100
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Major Sports | Rugby Culford Rugby offers an exciting and thriving Rugby Union and Sevens programme, led by Mark Bolton, an ex-Irish and Great Britain Rugby League international who played professional rugby for eight years. Mark currently coaches the Eastern Counties Men’s and led them to finals day at Twickenham in 2014. Rugby is played in the Autumn Term and Sevens is the focus in the Spring Term, and our most notable success was as winners of the Cambridge Sevens competition in 2015 and the London Irish competition in 2016.
“We aim to develop all players to have excellent all round skill sets to play a fast, explosive style of rugby.” Mark Bolton Head of Rugby
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Major Sports | Rugby Facilities Culford School rugby fields are used exclusively for rugby for much of the year and are maintained in pristine condition. Facilities include: • Four senior fields • Four junior fields • Training grid for small sided games and technical work • Dedicated scrum machine area
Culford School has links with local rugby clubs including: Cambridge RFC (National 1), Bury St Edmunds RFC (National 2), Sudbury RFC (London 1) and Diss RFC (London 2).
The Rugby Programme typically includes: • • • • •
Detailed, focused and progressive small group skill and technical development training Strength and Conditioning training (Development and High Performance level) Coaching linked to county structures Video analysis Nutritional support if required
Programme Details Programme
Age
Weekly Sessions
Annual Cost
Foundation
13-18
1 x Skill Specific Squad
£500
Development
13-18
2 x Skill Specific Squad Level 3 Strength & Conditioning
£2,100
High Performance
13-18
3 x Skill Specific Squad Level 4 Strength & Conditioning
£3,100
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Major Sports | Swimming The Culford swimming programme is open to all Culford pupils above the age of eight. The excellent partnership formed with West Suffolk Swim Club (WSSC) makes Culford a unique place for a swimmer to progress. WSSC is a national club that provides coaching of the highest standard and is an outstanding pathway to national and international success for our competitive swimmers. Dan Pilbrow is Lead Coach for our performance swimmers, current Head Coach of WSSC and an ASA Level Three Coach. A five-time British Junior Champion, he represented England and Great Britain on multiple occasions, and was a double Olympic trials finalist.
“My coaches inspired me; we want to do the same for our swimmers at Culford.� Dan Pilbrow Head Coach
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Major Sports | Swimming Facilities Our six lane indoor 25m swimming pool is dedicated to the development of high performance swimmers and pupils of all ages across the school.
The Swimming Programme typically includes: • • • • • •
Squad sessions with club performance coaches School, club and national competitions Strength and Conditioning (Competitive and Performance) Goal Setting and performance profiling (Competitive and Performance) Technical and Stroke analysis (Competitive and Performance) Underwater video analysis
Programme Details Programme
Age
Weekly Sessions
Annual Cost
Skills
8-11
3 x Squad
£540
Development
10-14
4 x Squad
£540
Competitive
12-18
6 x Squad 1 x Technical*
£660
Performance
14-18
Up to 8 x Squad 1 x Technical* Level 2 Strength & Conditioning
£1,410
*Based on the 4 to 1 technical sessions
The above can be supplemented with group technical sessions which are available to development swimmers at: Group Size
Weekly Sessions
Annual Cost
4 to 1
1 x 30 minute
£125
Individual and technical sessions are available to competitive and performance swimmers at: Group Size
Weekly Sessions
Annual Cost
1 to 1
1 x 30 minute
£495
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Strength and Conditioning Strength and Conditioning support is available to all pupils through our team of coaches, led by James Earle. James is an accredited Strength and Conditioning coach with five years of experience working with young athletes and professionals, including designing and implementing Olympic level programmes. Facilities include a fitness suite and a specific performance based Strength and Conditioning gym.
Culford Strength and Conditioning covers the following: Pilates A system of exercises designed to improve physical strength, flexibility and posture to enhance physical coordination and mental awareness.
Speed, agility and quickness Improving linear, lateral and game-based speed which is crucial for all sportsmen and women who want to improve their explosive movement capabilities and awareness whilst moving.
Aerobic conditioning and technical running development An aerobic session focuses on building running technique and stamina through a combination of different exercises including running, circuit training and small sided games.
Strength, power and athletic development These sessions are gym-based, using appropriate apparatus and weights to build strength and power.
Physical screening The screening and muscular conditioning assessment is seeking to identify anatomical areas of concern. The aim of the process is to direct subsequent training and organise strategies to minimise injury risk.
Physiological testing A battery of key physical tests that are common predictors of sporting performance. The results are used to design and direct training programmes and monitor athletic development.
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Strength and Conditioning Packages These are included in the fee structure of the Development and High Performance sport specific programmes. For other pupils, the costs are: Programme
Details
Annual Cost
Level 1
Pilates or Conditioning 2 x Speed, agility and quickness
£325
Level 2
1 x Strength 1 x Group
£750
Level 3
1 x Pilates 1 x Aerobic conditioning and technical running development 2 x Speed, agility and quickness 1 x Strength, power and athletic development 1 x Physical screening 2 x Physiological testing annual sessions
£1,100
Level 4
1 x Pilates 2 x Aerobic conditioning and technical running development 2 x Speed, agility and quickness 2 x Strength, power and athletic development 1 x Physical screening 3 x Physiological testing annual sessions
£1,600
“We aim to develop dynamic, flexible, innovative and resilient young athletes, in an environment that will educate them on their health and performance.” James Earle Head of Strength and Conditioning
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Applying for a place on a specific programme Please contact the Head of Sport of your choice, who will discuss the programme options in more detail and will give your child a practical assessment in their chosen sport if required. Once this process of testing is completed, we will assign your child to an appropriate programme. These programmes will be billed in arrears at the end of each term. To account for the fact that your child may be absent owing to tournaments, school trips, exams or ill health, fees are calculated on the basis of 30 weeks of a 34-week school year. Places are allocated on a first come first served basis, with priority given to sports scholars. A pupil can opt out of a programme at any point but billing will be issued for the remainder of the term.
For questions about our Sports Programmes or to find out more about Culford School, please contact our Admissions team on +44 (0)1284 385308 or admissions@culford.co.uk
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