Al RaisFootball Academy
Established in Dubai · 2019

Where young players grow
on and off the pitch

Premium youth football training in Dubai for ages 4–16. Rooted in traditional character values, driven by elite international coaching standards at Mankhool & Al Barsha.

  • International Methodology
    European structured curriculum
  • Qualified Coaches
    UEFA/AFC licensed professionals
  • Two Dubai Venues
    Premium Mankhool & Al Barsha setups
  • Dubai Heritage Core
    Founded by the Al Rais family in 2019
Who we are

Nurturing Dubai's Future Footballers

Founded in 2019 in the heart of Bur Dubai, Al Rais Football Academy was born out of a community-focused vision to provide professional football coaching structured specifically for children. Over the past five years, we have expanded to two premium venues while maintaining our highly personalized community identity.

Our core mission extends beyond developing technically precise and tactically smart players; we emphasize discipline, mutual respect, structured teamwork, and confidence. We believe that every training session is an opportunity to cultivate both solid football skills and outstanding personal character.

Our Journey
  1. 2019
    Academy Founded

    Started in Mankhool with one training pitch

  2. 2024
    Full Capacity

    Reached full capacity at the Mankhool academy

  3. 2026
    Al Barsha Launch

    Partnered at Bloom World Academy campus

A coach explaining tactics on a flipchart to a group of young players on the pitch
Family Heritage

A Tradition of Trust & Committed Values

"We designed this academy to give Dubai's next generation more than just a training program. We build a second home where children grow physically, socially, and mentally through the beautiful game."
Two Cousins, One Vision
Co-Founders of Al Rais Football Academy

The Al Rais family brings over 50 years of business heritage in Dubai to youth football. With the same values of trust, dedication, and long-term commitment that built their business legacy, Mohamed and Ahmed founded Al Rais Football Academy to give Dubai's next generation a second home where they grow, on and off the pitch.

  • Mohamed Jassim Al Rais
    Co-Founder

    "Building champions on and off the pitch"

  • Ahmed Abdullatif Al Rais
    Co-Founder

    "Instilling values that last a lifetime"

Training Venues

Convenient & Modern Dubai Locations

The Mankhool community pitch at golden hour
Original Academy Site

Mankhool (Bur Dubai)

Our flagship community pitch. A central location serving historic Dubai families with custom floodlit turf and full club amenities.

  • Monday to Friday
  • 5 days a week
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The sports complex at Bloom World Academy campus in Al Barsha South
New Campus

Al Barsha

Located at the Bloom World Academy campus. Fully equipped sports complex with world-class facilities.

  • Monday, Wednesday & Friday
  • 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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* Both branches offer unified coaching programs, same syllabus, and character development methodology.

Our Methodology

Developing Complete Players On & Off the Pitch

How We Train (Football Excellence)

We implement an internationally aligned junior syllabus that shifts sequentially with age groups (U6 to U16). Every age category benefits from tailored training formats designed by certified coaches.

  • Technical Precision

    Ball control, smart passing patterns, spatial agility, and elite dribbling basics.

  • Tactical Intelligence

    Positioning fundamentals, structured transition play, and game awareness.

  • Physical Conditioning

    Youth-specific coordination development, safe stamina, and muscle protection.

  • Individual Progress Reports

    Regular performance and developmental feedback from personal head coaches.

What We Teach Beyond Football

Football is our tool to cultivate outstanding behavior. Every term, we systematically integrate these core values into our competitive training:

  • Respect

    Honoring teammates, referees, opponents, and parents.

  • Discipline

    Punctuality, consistency, and commitment to targets.

  • Teamwork

    Collaborating selflessly for community goals.

  • Sportsmanship

    Grace in victory, resilience and respect in defeat.

  • Manners

    Traditional values of elite conduct and language.

  • Confidence

    Overcoming physical blocks with brave efforts.

  • Ages 4 - 16

    Age-appropriate training squads

  • 3 Sessions

    Weekly sessions for continuous development

  • Small Ratios

    Maximum coach-to-player focus

  • Flexible Plans

    One term, two terms or full-season options

Unsure of squad placement? Book a free trial session now →

Register Interest

Tell us a little about your child and our team will contact you within 24 hours. No commitment.

1. Child Details
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Please enter a date of birth.
Please select a gender.
2. Parent / Guardian Details
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3. Academy Preferences
Preferred Training Location *

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