Redditch United FC Academy

VLUK - Redditch United Academy enable both male and female learners to gain college or degree level education in sport alongside an elite full-time coaching and competition schedule. 


As part of the programme, learners are able to receive 6 hours of coaching from UEFA licenced coaches per week and have the opportunity to take part in regional and national competitions, at both Academy and Senior level.


Opportunities for footballing progression are provided for learners, with proven pathways into Redditch United First Team being accessed by a number of Academy students.

As well as this, an established pathway into Reserves football provides our full time scholars with experience in Men’s football. Links with local MFL Clubs are also established, in order to send our Academy Scholars on Developmental Loans to further their footballing development.


There are a variety of progression routes for our learners into further education. Many Academy graduates have progressed to degree level education, either on to our HND Programme or other universities.


Full time scholars have access to FA coaching and officiating courses at the Academy, giving them extra curricular qualifications to forge their own path into a career in sport.


Employment opportunities are also available for our full time scholars, including a variety of roles within Redditch United working as part of their community coaching and match day teams.