Pelhams Park · Bournemouth

A Day In The Life

Wondering what your child actually gets up to all day? Here's the full running order… non-stop football, snack-fuelled challenges and a tournament finale, every camp day from 9am to 3pm.

Based at BH Live Pelhams, Manor Farm Road, our camps give children aged 5–12 a safe, inclusive and energetic environment where every child can thrive. Whether your child is football mad, just starting out, or simply wants to stay active and make new friends during the holidays, every day is packed with football, friendships and fun.

9am–3pm daily Boys & girls aged 5–12 UEFA-qualified coaches All abilities welcome
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The whole Bournemouth Ballers camp together with their certificates at the end of a summer camp day, BH Live Pelhams

The Matchday Programme

Kick-Off · 9:00am
9:00am

Sign-In & Welcome

The excitement begins as players arrive at BH Live Pelhams and are welcomed by our friendly coaching team. After signing in, children settle into their groups, reconnect with friends from previous camps and meet new teammates.

From the first whistle, our aim is to create an environment where every child feels valued, confident and excited for the day ahead.

A Bournemouth Ballers coach high-fiving a young player at morning sign-in
9:00 – 10:30

Football Free Time

What better way to start the day than by doing what children love most… playing football? Our supervised free-play period lets players:

  • Enjoy kickabouts with friends
  • Practise tricks and skills
  • Challenge coaches and teammates
  • Perfect their goal celebrations
  • Build confidence in a relaxed setting

It's often where friendships are formed and where children truly settle into camp life.

Children enjoying a kickabout during morning free play
10:30 – 11:15

Snack Break & Challenges

After an action-packed morning, it's time for a well-earned snack break… then our hugely popular mini games and challenges add an extra layer of excitement. Depending on the day, children may take part in:

  • 1 touch, 1 bounce
  • 21s
  • Red light, green light
  • Beat the Coach challenges
  • Football quizzes
  • Reaction games
  • Skill challenges

With prizes up for grabs, there's always something to get excited about!

Children taking on mini challenges after snack break
11:15 – 12:45

Rotational Activities & Games

This is where the learning comes to life. Children rotate through engaging football activities designed to build both confidence and ability, adapted to suit different ages and levels of experience. Activities may focus on:

  • Dribbling and ball mastery
  • Football cricket
  • Shooting and finishing
  • Lightning
  • Wembley / World Cup
  • Numbers
  • Football tennis

From complete beginners to experienced grassroots players, every child is appropriately challenged and supported.

Children rotating through coached football activities
Half-Time
12:45 – 1:30

Lunch & Recharge

Time to relax, refuel and prepare for the afternoon action. Parents are asked to provide a packed lunch, healthy snacks and a refillable water bottle.

Children enjoy lunch with their groups, socialise with friends and recharge before heading back out onto the pitch. Water refill stations are available throughout the day, so everyone stays hydrated and ready to perform.

The whole camp together at the midday break
1:30 – 2:45

Matches & Tournaments

The afternoon is where the excitement reaches another level. Players put their newly developed skills into practice through:

  • Small-sided matches
  • Team tournaments
  • Friendly competitions
  • Championship finals
  • Team challenges

Expect dramatic winners, incredible saves, brilliant goals and plenty of celebrations. For many children, this is the highlight of the day… the chance to compete, work as a team and create unforgettable memories.

Children celebrating their afternoon tournament win
2:45 – 3:00

Certificates & Presentations

Every child deserves recognition. We finish each day with our popular certificate ceremony, celebrating not only football ability but also the qualities that matter most:

  • Outstanding effort
  • Positive attitude
  • Excellent teamwork
  • Resilience
  • Sportsmanship
  • Improvement through the day
  • Fantastic energy and enthusiasm

It's the perfect way to end the day and make sure every child leaves feeling proud of their achievements.

A young player collecting his Certificate of Excellence at the end-of-day presentation
3:00pm

Collection & Home Time

After a full day of football, fun and friendship, it's time to head home. Children leave tired, happy and full of stories about the goals they've scored, the friends they've made and the prizes they've won.

It's not uncommon for parents to hear one question before they've even left the car park… "Can I come back tomorrow?"

Medal winners celebrating at the end of the camp day
Full Time · 3:00pm Pick-Up
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Doors open 9:00am… collection at 3:00pm. Single days from £25.

More Than Just A Football Camp

We're passionate about delivering far more than childcare during the school holidays. Our camps combine high-energy football sessions with a safe, supportive and inclusive environment where children can stay active, improve their skills, build confidence and resilience, make new friends, learn teamwork and develop a lifelong love of sport.

Children are grouped by both age and ability… typically 5–7 years, 8–10 years and 10–12 years. We also run dedicated Girls-Only Football Groups every Tuesday and Thursday, giving girls an encouraging environment to develop their game, build confidence and enjoy football with friends.

And because British weather does its own thing, if conditions are particularly wet we have access to indoor facilities at BH Live Pelhams… so the fun continues whatever the forecast.

Whether you're looking for football holiday camps in Bournemouth, school holiday activities, children's football coaching in Dorset or girls' football camps, join us this holiday and discover why so many local families choose Bournemouth Ballers year after year. We can't wait to welcome your child onto the pitch!

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