Every Football Escapes holiday starts with a moment that feels truly unforgettable – Kit Collection. It’s the first big highlight of the week, where excitement is at its peak and the kids get to step into the world of football looking and feeling like a pro.
This isn’t just about receiving a football kit – it’s about creating memories, sparking joy, watching their faces light up, and setting the tone for an incredible week of football, family, and fun.
The First Big Moment
Upon arrival, families are invited to collect their personalised kit, meeting other families and our UEFA-licensed coaches. Smiles are everywhere as the kids are handed their brand-new Football Escapes bag, filled with everything they’ll need for the week ahead – their personalised Nike shirt, shorts, socks, and all the little touches that make them look and feel like true professionals.
The shirt is where the magic happens. Each child chooses their name and number – whether it’s their own, a favourite player’s, or even a fun nickname – before standing proudly to watch as our coaching team heat-presses it onto the back of their shirt. Seeing their shirt come to life in front of their eyes is a moment of pure excitement – one they’ll never forget, and just the first of many unforgettable experiences in the week ahead.
Feeling Like a Pro
There’s something special about pulling on a kit that has been made just for you. For the kids, it’s more than a football kit – it’s a symbol that they’re part of the Football Escapes family, part of a team, and ready to take on the week.
Wearing the same kit as their teammates and their ambassador creates an instant sense of belonging. From the very first training session, they run onto the pitch not just as individuals, but as part of something bigger – and that feeling of togetherness is what makes Football Escapes so unique.
Memories That Last Beyond the Holiday
The personalised kit isn’t only for the week – it’s a keepsake that comes home with them, ready to be worn for kickabouts in the garden, local matches, or even just days at home. Every time they pull it on, they’ll be reminded of the goals scored, the friends made, and the laughs shared during their Football Escapes holiday.
A Shared Experience for the Whole Family
Kit Collection isn’t just for the kids – it’s a special moment for parents too. Watching their child choose their number, see their name pressed onto the shirt, and watching their face light up as they put it on is an experience families love to share.
It’s also the first chance for the kids to have a kickabout in their new kits, meet their teammates, and start building friendships before the week officially begins. Those early kickabouts often spark the bonds that carry through the training sessions, the matches, and the memories made together.
It’s the perfect opportunity for everyone to settle in – meeting the coaches, asking any questions they may have, chatting with other families, and soaking up the atmosphere. From that moment onwards, the holiday feels like it’s truly begun.
The Start of an Unforgettable Week
By the time the kids have collected their personalised kit, the excitement is electric. The kids are buzzing, the kits and boots are laid out ready to go, and anticipation for the first session is sky-high. Tomorrow, the real action begins – training with Premier League legends in incredible locations, building skills and confidence with our expert coaches, and making memories that last a lifetime.
Plan Your Next Adventure
Kit Collection is just the beginning of what makes a Football Escapes holiday so special – and there are still plenty of opportunities to experience it for yourself with your family.
This October, join us in Dubai with legends including Michael Owen and Joe Hart, or make December extra special with Nemanja Vidić and Mark Noble.
Looking ahead to 2026, our line-up is bigger than ever, with ambassadors already confirmed such as Rio Ferdinand, Theo Walcott, Jamie Redknapp, and many more still to be announced.
Spaces are filling fast across both our 2025 and 2026 courses with Easter 2026 with Rio Ferdinand already sold out. If you’re dreaming of world-class football coaching, five-star resorts, and those unforgettable family moments – now is the time to book your place and start looking forward to the holiday of a lifetime.
