Multiple award-winning Afrobeat sensation Damini Ogulu, referred to as Burna Boy, has kicked off with a new chapter in the world of sports, launching his football academy known as the ‘Burna Boy Football Academy’.
The Football Academy aims to nurture and elevate the skills of upcoming football talent in Africa by focusing on a well-structured and effective training regimen.
“We aim to create an environment where kids can learn the fundamentals of football, combined with education, discipline, and technique, to excel in life beyond the sport.
We strive to engage parents in sports education, emphasizing its importance alongside academic pursuits.
We believe this holistic approach is not only possible but essential for our children’s future success.”
In addition, “We are dedicated to providing top-notch coaching, individual mentoring when needed, and ensuring each child enjoys the learning process.
We recognize that parents are the primary educators and ask for your support in allowing our coaches to guide your child’s development.
Discipline is a priority in our academy, and we will maintain a balance between nurturing and challenging our young athletes.”
As stated on the website, the programme run three days a week, with two hours of mandatory training per session under the supervision of vetted coaches.
Its training centres are situated in Ikoyi, Surulere, Abuja, and Port Harcourt.
Furthermore, the academy is accessible to just two age groups: Senior Academy (17-24) and the Junior Academy (4 – 16)
Recently, videos of the academy surfaced online, showcasing the footballers in motion, celebrating their progress to the sounds of Burna Boy’s music.
Meanwhile, Burna Boy’s entry into football underscores his commitment to giving back to his community and empowering young talent.
According to the website, the Academy is in partnership with various reputable football clubs and broadcast organisations.
