Masar Athletic | Football Academy in Abu Dhabi

Who we are

One path, step by step

Masar means “path”. We help young players take the next step in football while they keep moving forward in school. Every player has a clear route, honest feedback and people who believe in them.

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Elite AcademyAges 12–17 · U13, U15 and U17 squadsFull-time football and full-time education.
Pro Development PathwayAges 16–23 · U17 to first teamFull-time training for players ready for the next level.

Believe in the player. Develop the person. Support the journey.

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Find the right step

Not sure which fits? Message us and we’ll help you choose.

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Ages 12–17 · Years 7–12 · Boys and girls

Elite Academy

Full-time football and full-time education in one structured school day. Lessons are delivered with Minerva Virtual Academy.

U13 Years 7 & 8
U15 Years 9 & 10
U17 Years 11 & 12

Boys’ squads play in the Pro League; girls’ squads in the League.

From AED 81,200 per year, 2027/28 season

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Ages 16–23 · Train · Play · Study

Pro Development Pathway

A full-time programme for ambitious players ready to commit to the next level. Choose football only, or combine it with A Levels, a BTEC Level 3 in Sport, or a degree.

Men: U17, U19 and U21 Pro League, then the first team in the Third Division
Women: U17 League, then the first team in the Second Division

Player accommodation available.

From AED 5,985

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PDF, 1.8 MB · 2027/28 season

Meet the team

The people who will coach, guide and support every player at Masar.

Callum Lawe

Director & Head Coach

Charlie Bell

Director & Head Coach

Mark Thompson

Director of Football & Head Coach

Kit Nobbs

Sports Development & Partnerships

Why parents choose Masar

Football and school, together. Elite Academy players keep up full-time education with Minerva Virtual Academy, alongside training.
A clear next step. From age 12 to 23, every stage leads to the next. Your child always knows what they are working towards.
Facilities built for development. Indoor dome, outdoor 3G pitches, a gym, a pool and modern changing rooms at 321 Sports.
Room for parents. A viewing lounge overlooks the pitch, so you can watch in comfort.
Easy to reach us. Questions go straight to our team on WhatsApp.

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Viewing lounge with sofas and floor-to-ceiling windows looking out over the pitch — The viewing lounge at 321 Sports.

Our home

Where we train

321 Sports, Hudayriyat Island, Abu Dhabi

An indoor dome, outdoor 3G pitches, a gym, a pool and modern changing rooms, with a viewing lounge for parents.

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Indoor dome
Outdoor 3G pitch
Gym
Pool
Changing rooms

Pro Development Pathway · Ages 16–23 · 2027/28

Register your interest

Ready to apply for the Pro Development Pathway? Complete our registration form and we’ll be in touch on WhatsApp. Players under 18 should register with a parent or guardian.

It helps to have these ready:

The player’s date of birth and home address
Playing history: clubs, position and highest level played
A link to a highlight video (optional)
An emergency contact and any medical or support needs

Register for the Pro Development Pathway

Fees start from AED 5,985. View full pricing (PDF, 1.8 MB) (opens in a new tab).

Opens our registration form (Google Forms) in a new tab. Looking at the Elite Academy (ages 12–17)? Send us an enquiry below.

Elite Academy enquiries and questions

Get more information

Interested in the Elite Academy (ages 12–17), or have a question about either programme? Answer four quick questions and your enquiry opens in WhatsApp, ready to send. We’ll respond as quickly as possible.

Full‑time football. Full‑time education.