Football
Daily sessions led by coaches and adapted to each player’s age and level.
- 10 to 12 hours of coached football per week
- Technique, small-sided games, tactics and matches
- Groups organised by age and ability
Le Mans · France · Summer 2027
Play football. Speak French. Live France.
Supervised summer camps for international boys aged 14 to 17: daily football coaching, practical French every day and a genuine French experience in Le Mans.
- Ages 14–17Boys’ camps
- 2 formatsFull board or day camp
- Beginner → B1No French required
- Le MansAbout 55 min from Paris by high-speed train
The camp
A real football camp. A real French experience.
BigFoot Sports is not just a football academy, and not a language school with sport as an add-on. Every day combines the pitch, the language and the discovery of France, in a safe, small-scale setting.
French
French you can use straight away: on the pitch, at the table, around town. No lecture-style classes.
- 8 to 10 hours of practical French
- Small groups, from complete beginner to B1
- Progress report at the end of the week
Immersion
Live at a French pace, explore a historic city and go home with friends from all over the world.
- Full-board accommodation
- Cultural outing and group activities
- Meet and greet at Le Mans station
Young players
Boys aged 14–17, club players or keen amateurs who want to improve their game and live an experience abroad.
Non-French speakers
Complete beginners, or students already learning French at school who finally want to use it.
Parents
Travelling from abroad or already living in France, looking for a meaningful, supervised and safe holiday, with clear communication in English throughout the camp.
Clubs, schools and agencies
Planning a tailor-made football and language trip to France for a group.
Our method
French for the pitch
You learn a language faster when you need it. In Le Mans, French becomes the tool to play, to be understood and to make friends.
- 1
Level check on arrival
A short speaking test to form balanced groups.
- 2
Small-group workshops
Introduce yourself, talk about your position, understand the coach, order a meal, ask for directions.
- 3
Instant practice
Coaching instructions and trips into town become real-life communication.
- 4
Individual report
Every participant leaves with a report on their progress in French and football.
« Je suis démarqué ! »I’m open!
« Passe-moi le ballon ! »Pass me the ball!
« Attention, dans ton dos ! »Man on!
« Je joue milieu de terrain. »I play in midfield.
« Un pain au chocolat, s’il vous plaît. »A chocolate croissant, please.
« Bien joué, l’équipe ! »Well played, team!
Examples of phrases practised during the week.
Programme
A day at camp
A balanced rhythm of football, French, rest and discovery. Sample day on the full-board camp. Day-camp players arrive at 9am and leave at 6pm, with lunch and afternoon snack included.
- Wake-up and breakfastFirst conversations of the day in French
- Practical French workshop FrenchIn small level-based groups
- Technical training FootballBall mastery, coordination, finishing
- LunchGroup life, French cuisine
- Quiet timeRest, calls home, recovery
- Games and matches FootballTactics, small-sided games, matches
- French in action or outing FrenchRole plays, city, culture
- Dinner and evening activityGames, debrief of the day
- Lights outStaff on site overnight
Camps & prices
Two camps, two formats
Each camp is available full board, for families travelling from abroad, or as a day camp, for families already in France. Everything is included in the price shown: no hidden extra for football or lessons.
Immersion
From keen amateurs to club players
Full board
€1,090/ participant
7 days · 6 nights · accommodation and all meals
Summer 2027 launch price (standard price €1,190)
Day camp
€449/ participant
5 days · 9am–6pm · for families already in France
- Coached football every day, in groups by age and ability
- Practical French in small groups, from beginner to B1
- End-of-camp tournament
- Training kit
- Individual end-of-camp report
Book as:
Performance
For experienced club players · smaller group
Full board
from€1,390
7 days · 6 nights · accommodation and all meals
Day camp
€599/ participant
5 days · 9am–6pm · for families already in France
- Level confirmed at registration
- Everything in Immersion
- More intense, more demanding training
- Position-specific or goalkeeper session
- Video analysis and one-to-one review
- Stronger opposition, subject to availability
- Detailed report and enhanced updates for parents
- Station or airport transfer (full board)
Book as:
Full board or day camp: what changes
| Item | Full board | Day camp |
|---|---|---|
| Who it is for | Families travelling from abroad | Families living in France or on holiday there |
| Length | 7 days · 6 nights | 5 days, 9am to 6pm |
| Coached football | 10 to 12 hours | 8 to 10 hours |
| Practical French | 8 to 10 hours | 6 to 8 hours |
| Meals | All meals | Lunch and afternoon snack |
| Accommodation and evenings | Included, 24/7 supervision | — |
| Station pick-up and cultural outing | Included | — |
| Tournament, kit and individual report | Included | Included |
Options: escorted transfer from Paris or Charles de Gaulle airport, extra night, second kit, edited individual video. Prices on request.
Not included: travel to Le Mans, daily transport for day-camp players, cancellation insurance, personal spending. Prices are per participant, all taxes included.
Calendar
Summer 2027: our first camps
BigFoot Sports’ first camps take place during the summer 2027 holidays. Places are limited to guarantee quality supervision: pre-registered families receive the dates first and can book with priority.
| Camp | Level | Formats | Period | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immersion | All levels · boys aged 14–17 | Full board or day camp | July–August 2027, dates sent first to pre-registered families | Priority list open |
| Performance | Advanced level · boys aged 14–17 | Full board or day camp | July–August 2027, dates sent first to pre-registered families | Priority list open |
More school-holiday camps will follow.
Accommodation
A high-performance sports setting
For its residential camps in Le Mans, BigFoot Sports works with Résidence Sportive ASAJS, a facility dedicated to welcoming and supporting young athletes.
An environment built for progress and personal growth
The residence welcomes young people from the MSB and Le Mans FC development programmes, as well as students following sports-study pathways.
Built around sporting excellence, educational achievement and personal independence, ASAJS offers a structured setting adapted to the needs of young athletes.
- 89 placesDedicated to welcoming young athletes
- 71 roomsWith suitable living spaces
- WalkableSports facilities located close to the residence
The location
Why Le Mans?
A real French city on a human scale, away from tourist crowds, yet perfectly connected to Paris and its international airport. The ideal place to use French every day.
- ~55 minby high-speed train (TGV) from Paris-Montparnasse
- ~1 h 40by direct TGV from Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport
- HistoryThe Cité Plantagenêt, one of the best-preserved medieval centres in France
- SportA sporting city, famous worldwide for the 24 Hours of Le Mans
Supervision & safeguarding
Peace of mind for parents
Sending your child abroad takes trust. These are our commitments for every camp.
Qualified coaches
Football sessions led by qualified coaches, backed by our network of experienced trainers.
French teachers
Workshops run by teachers of French as a foreign language, used to working with teenagers.
24/7 supervision
Staff on site day and night during residential camps.
Arrival assistance
Meet and greet at Le Mans station, with an optional escorted transfer from Paris.
Health and allergies
Medical form, dietary requirements and treatments handled before the camp.
Updates for families
Regular communication with parents in English, photos of the week with your consent.
Clubs, schools, agencies
Travelling with a group of young players? We build tailor-made football and French trips in Le Mans: dedicated dates, adapted level and full logistics.
FAQ
What families ask us
Another question? Write to us in English or French at info@bigfoot-sports.com.
Does my child need to speak French?
No. Groups range from complete beginner to B1 level. Staff speak English for arrival, safety and communication with families, and French gradually takes over during the week.
When are the first camps?
During the summer 2027 holidays, in July and August. Exact dates are sent first to pre-registered families. More school-holiday camps will follow.
What football level is required?
It depends on the camp. Immersion is open to all levels, from keen amateurs to club players. Performance is for club players who already have a good level: we confirm this with each family at registration. In both camps, training groups are organised by age and ability.
Are the camps open to girls?
Not yet. Our 2027 sessions are currently for boys aged 14–17. We are preparing sessions for girls: email info@bigfoot-sports.com to hear about them first.
Who supervises the participants?
Football coaches, teachers of French as a foreign language and a supervision team on site day and night during residential camps.
How do we get to Le Mans?
Le Mans is about 55 minutes from Paris-Montparnasse by TGV and has direct TGV services from Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport. We meet participants at Le Mans station. An escorted transfer from Paris is available as an option.
Where do participants stay?
Full-board players stay in group accommodation in Le Mans, with all meals included. The exact address is sent to families with the booking confirmation. Day-camp players go home every evening.
We live in France or are on holiday there. Can my child join?
Yes, that is what the day camp is for: the same football and the same French, from 9am to 6pm with lunch and afternoon snack, without accommodation. It is available for both camps, Immersion and Performance.
Do the camps guarantee a club contract?
No. Our camps focus on development, experience and discovering French football. The Performance camp offers more individual feedback and exposure, with no promise of a contract.
How does registration work?
Fill in the pre-registration form. We get back to you to confirm the session, level and your child’s needs, then send you the registration pack and booking conditions.
Pre-registration
Get priority access
No commitment. We reply within 2 working days, in English or French, with the dates, the detailed programme and booking information.
- Emailinfo@bigfoot-sports.com
- Instagram@bigfoot.sports
- AddressLe Mans, Sarthe, France