The Dakinda Easter Sports Camp with Dalton Grant offers a unique opportunity for aspiring athletes to hone their skills and learn from one of the UK’s most celebrated youth coaches.
Hosted over Six days during the Easter break, this camp provides participants with intensive training sessions, expert coaching, and a chance to travel on a playing tour to UK.
April 14th – April 20th, 2024
Lagos Center: Mobalaji Johnson Stadium, Onikan, Lagos
Abuja Center: 13 Abeokuta Street Area 8, Abuja FCT
Open to participants from ages 7 years – 19 years.
Led by Dalton Grant himself, participants will receive hands-on coaching and guidance from a former British high jumper and Olympian.
Dalton’s wealth of experience and passion for athletics will inspire and motivate attendees to reach their full potential.
The camp will cover a wide range of football techniques, track and field drills.
Each day is dedicated to a specific aspect of technique, allowing participants to focus on developing their skills.
In addition to training sessions, the camp includes fun challenges, team games, and Final Day Competition.
Participants will have the opportunity to put their skills to the test in a supportive and encouraging environment.
As a special treat, the camp would feature appearances by notable sports personalities such as Ex Super eagles Kanu Nwankwo, Jay-jay Okocha and other top government celebrities.
Dalton Grant is a former British high jumper and three (3) times Olympian, Commonwealth and European Champion with an impressive track record in athletics. Throughout his career, Dalton Grant has represented Great Britain at numerous international competitions, including the Olympics and World Championships.
After retiring from competition, Dalton Grant has dedicated himself to coaching and mentoring young athletes, sharing his knowledge and passion for the sport through the Darton Grant Academy
Micah Hydes is a highly respected figure in the world of football, bringing with him a wealth of experience as both a professional footballer and a UEFA Pro coach. Currently serving as the Senior Professional Development Coach at Queens Park Rangers (QPR), Hydes plays a pivotal role in nurturing the next generation of football talent.
Micah Hydes will be facilitating the football programs at the Easter Camp program
Michael Elliot (MBE) is a distinguished figure in the world of football, renowned for his contributions as a coach and talent identification specialist.
With a career spanning decades, Elliot has left an indelible mark on the sport, shaping the careers of countless players and influencing the landscape of football development.
Elliot’s contributions to football have been recognized and celebrated on numerous occasions, culminating in his appointment as a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to football.
This prestigious honor reflects Elliot’s profound impact on the sport and his dedication to fostering talent development at all levels.
He will be facilitating the football programs at the camp with goal to discover talents.
| Day | Date | Activities |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | April 13th | |
| Day 2 | April 14th | Sports Camp |
| Day 3 | April 15th | |
| Day 4 | April 16th | check-in to accommodation the Dakinda Easter sports Camp |
| Day 5 | April 17th | (Sports drills and Classroom sessions) |
| Day 6 | April 18th | |
| Day 7 | April 19th | |
| Day 8 | April 20th | Dakinda Easter Sports Camp (Recognition of outstanding participants, facilitators, and contributors) |
Dakinda Football for Every Home project, Partners with Dalton Grant Academy, United Kingdom.
