TTA International Football Academy
Pro Development Program — Gap Year Program 17 – 21 yrs (Boys)

Pro Development Program — Gap Year Program 17 – 21 yrs (Boys)

True Talents of Africa — Gap Year Program

Pro Development Program

Boys Gap Year Program  |  Ages 17–21

Residential & Non-Residential TTA Campus · Tigoni, Nairobi 4-Month Season or Short-Term Camp

The application link above will be active or inactive depending on the time of year. If the link is inactive, the application deadline has passed — follow us on social media to be notified of the next intake.

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See It For Yourself

A Day in the Life at TTA

Before you read another word, watch what a real day on campus actually looks like — training, teammates, and the standard we hold every player to.

The Full Immersive Experience

A serious, structured pathway for serious players.

Our Pro Development Program is a full-time football and personal development environment for male student-athletes aged 17–21. It is available Residential — living, training, eating, and growing together on our 6-acre campus in Tigoni — or Non-Residential, training to the same standard while travelling to and from campus daily. This is not a holiday camp or a part-time program. It is a real pathway, built for players who are serious about going professional.

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Non-Residential

Train to the same professional standard, with the same coaches and assessment, while commuting to and from campus daily.

What’s Included

A complete football & development program

Both options share the same coaching standard, assessment, and development structure. Items marked Residential Only apply to players living on campus.

Full-Time Daily Training

Under UEFA & CAF licensed coaches, every training day.

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Residential Accommodation

International standard on-campus housing.

Residential Only
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All Meals Included

Professionally designed nutrition plans, every day.

Residential Only
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Strength & Conditioning

Dedicated gym sessions built into the weekly program.

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Mental Conditioning

Weekly character development and life-skills sessions.

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Video Analysis

Tactical review using Veo camera technology.

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Medical & Physio Support

On-site medical suite and physiotherapy access.

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International Pro Showcase Week

Access to scouts and universities for players who earn it.

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Competitive Match Play

Fixtures in Kenya’s top youth leagues.

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24/7 Staff Presence

Mentorship, supervision, and pastoral care.

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Weekly Schedule

What a professional training week looks like

This is the daily training structure followed by residential players. Non-residential players follow the same training, individual sessions, and video analysis on training days — arriving and departing campus around the same core training windows.

TimeMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday
7:00 AM BreakfastBreakfastBreakfastBreakfastBreakfastBreakfast
8:00–9:00 RecoveryS&CTeam TrainingS&CTeam TrainingTeam TrainingBreakfast
9:00–11:00 Team TrainingTeam TrainingTeam TrainingTeam TrainingSpiritual Time
12:00 PM LunchLunchLunchLunchLunchLunchLunch
1:30–4:30 Study Time Study Time Study Time Study Time Study Time Match / Excursion Match / Excursion
4:30 PM SnackSnackSnackSnackSnack
5:00–6:00 Individual Session Individual Session Video Analysis Individual Session
Evening Study / Social Study / Social Study / Social Study / Social Social Match Review Rest / Social
7:00 PM DinnerDinnerDinnerDinnerDinnerDinnerDinner

Non-residential players: training, individual sessions, and video analysis follow the same schedule above on training days. Meals, accommodation, evening study time, and weekend residential activities apply to residential players only. Transport arrangements and any add-on costs (bus, kit, etc.) are confirmed at registration.

Mental Conditioning

Building the complete person

Every week, all players — residential and non-residential — participate in a dedicated mental conditioning session. At TTA, we believe developing the mind is just as important as developing the body. Sessions focus on resilience, confidence, leadership, emotional intelligence, goal-setting, and life skills — qualities that serve players long after their football career ends.

“We build the whole person, not just the athlete.”

Our Coaching Team

Professional standards. Individual attention.

  • UEFA & CAF Licensed Coaches with proven international experience
  • Curriculum designed by Coach Dan Elliott — Premier League Scout and Academy Coach
  • 16:1 player-to-coach ratio — every player receives individual attention
  • Veo camera technology for performance analysis
  • Individual development plans tailored to each player’s position and goals
Campus & Facilities

A high-performance environment

Located along Limuru Road, 30 minutes from Nairobi CBD — high altitude, clean air, and lush surroundings ideal for athletic performance.

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FIFA Standard Training Pitches

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International Standard Accommodation

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Outdoor Gym Facilities

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Video Analysis Room

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Professional Dining Hall

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On-Site Medical Suite

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Academic Classrooms

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Recreation & Social Spaces

Program Fees

Residential & Non-Residential Pricing

Choose the option that fits your situation. Both receive the same coaching standard, individual attention, and development structure.

Residential

All-Inclusive Pricing

DurationKESUSD
4-Month Season 280,000 ~$2,350
Short-Term Camp (2–6 weeks) From 35,000/week From ~$280/week

All inclusive — covers accommodation, all meals, training, S&C, mental conditioning, video analysis, and medical/physio support. Flexible payment plans are available — contact us to discuss options that work for your family.

Non-Residential

Pricing

DurationKESUSD
4-Month Season 110,000 – 160,000 ~$1,000 – $1,400
Short-Term Camp (2–6 weeks) From 35,000–55,000/week ~$250/week

Pricing varies depending on add-ons such as bus transport and kit. Final pricing is confirmed at registration based on the add-ons you select. Flexible payment plans are available — contact us to discuss options that work for your family.

⚠ Spaces Are Limited Each Intake

You may be invited on trial or signed based on your application. Apply early to be considered for the next intake.

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You may be invited on trial or signed based on your application.

Choose Residential or Non-Residential when you apply. Our team will guide you through the right option for your situation.

The application link above will be active or inactive depending on the time of year. If the link is inactive, the application deadline has passed — follow us on social media to be notified of the next intake.

Questions?  +254 116 335179  ·  academy@truetalentsofafrica.org