Kuramathi Maldives will change the game for family travel this summer with the return of Campioni Soccer Academy’s exclusive football training camps. Running over two weeks in late July and early August 2025, the programme gives young players the chance to train with former Premier League stars John Barnes MBE, Stuart Pearce MBE, and UEFA-licensed coach Adrian Whitbread. Set on the island’s pristine beachfront pitch, this unique collaboration blends professional-level sports instruction with all the comforts of a luxury tropical holiday.
From 28 July to 1 August and again from 4 to 8 August 2025, the Campioni training camps welcome children aged 4 to 15. Barnes, Pearce, and Whitbread lead two hours of daily coaching, following the FA’s Four Corner Model. The sessions focus on more than just skill-building. They support teamwork, confidence, decision-making, and fun.
- Week 1 (28 July–1 August): John Barnes and Adrian Whitbread
- Week 2 (4–8 August): John Barnes, Stuart Pearce, and Adrian Whitbread
Training sessions run from 3:30pm to 5:30pm. This allows families to enjoy the day before heading to the pitch. Parents can watch from the sidelines or join the mid-week parents’ game. Each week ends with a medal and certificate ceremony, creating a celebratory close to the experience.
More Than a Training Camp
The football sessions mark just the beginning. The Campioni experience also includes:
- A welcome drinks event to kick off the week
- A parents vs. kids match hosted mid-week
- A closing ceremony with certificates, medals, and photos
- Dedicated Meet & Train events for local Maldivian children, connecting nearby communities with elite football talent
Kuramathi Maldives shows its commitment to family-focused experiences through its Bageecha Kids Club, which caters to children aged 3 to 12. The club offers nature walks, marine life discovery sessions, beach games, and eco-friendly workshops such as coral awareness and tree planting.
A Resort Built for Active Families
While young players train, parents can unwind in style. Kuramathi provides a wide array of activities for adults and families:
- An award-winning spa with overwater and beachfront pavilions
- A fully equipped fitness centre and yoga classes
- Watersports like paddleboarding, snorkelling, and kayaking
- World-class diving at Rasdhoo Atoll’s marine sites, including manta rays and turtles
- A mile-long sandbank for morning walks or family beach time
The resort offers 360 villas, including Two Bedroom Beach Houses ideal for families and Deluxe Water Villas perched above turquoise lagoons. Guests choose from three meal plans. The Select All Inclusive option grants access to nine à la carte restaurants and seven bars. Evening entertainment features live music, discos, and sunset lounging at the Champagne Loft or Sand Bar.
Kuramathi leads in sustainable tourism through its Eco Centre, coral nursery, hydroponic gardens, and in-house water bottling plant. All contribute to its long-term environmental vision.
To celebrate the partnership, Kuramathi Maldives, Campioni Soccer Academy, and Visit Maldives launched a global giveaway for the summer. One lucky family of four will win:
- A 5-night all-inclusive stay at Kuramathi during the Campioni 2025 dates
- Participation for one child (aged 4–15) in the training programme
- Roundtrip speedboat transfers from Velana International Airport
For entry details please see the Instagram post
A Holiday That Inspires
This collaboration offers more than just a football camp. It reimagines the family holiday experience by bringing professional sports, cultural exchange, community empowerment, and leisure together in one unforgettable setting.
