Winter cricket academy for ages 10 to 18 in Colchester
Four six-week terms at Peldon Cricket on Saturdays. Small groups grouped by ability, coaches who actually coach, video and Fulltrack AI analysis, strength and conditioning, and a development plan for every player.
Winter terms [2026/27]
Register for the whole winter or dip in and out in six-week blocks. After a cut-off, new players join at the start of the next term.
Peldon Cricket, Colchester
Kemps Farms, Mersea Road, Colchester CO5 7QG · Saturdays · £130 per term
Six Saturdays
Six Saturdays
Six Saturdays
Four Saturdays, a week off for Easter, then two
South Essex pilot block
One six-week block after February half-term on a weekday evening, at [South Essex venue to confirm]. Register your interest and we will let you know when it is confirmed.
What players get
Small groups by ability
Structured small-group sessions across the winter, so every player is stretched at the right level.
Coaches who actually coach
Planned sessions with technical work, net practice and competitive games, plus mini 1:1 weeks where every player gets two 1:1s on topics and with coaches of their choice.
Technology
Full game analysis using Fulltrack AI, video analysis with personalized feedback, and Bat Fit AI coming soon.
Strength and conditioning
Integrated S&C coaching in sessions, with an expert bolt-on programme from CricFit.
A development plan
Individual player development plans tailored to each player’s goals, reviewed through the winter.
Pathway support
Support for school, club and county players, including trial preparation.
Mentoring that continues
Ongoing mentoring and player support between terms, not just on Saturdays.
£130 per term, paid by bank transfer
We keep card fees out of the price by taking payment by BACS. Here is how a place works, start to finish.
Register online
Fill in the Google Form. It collects the player’s details, photo and video consent, medical information and emergency contacts.
We confirm your place
At the start of each term David emails the term information and our bank details.
Pay by bank transfer
Pay the £130 term fee by BACS before the first session. No card fees, nothing taken on this website.
Register for the Academy
One short form covers registration, photo and video consent, medical information and emergency contacts. It opens in Google Forms.
Academy in action
Highlights go out every Monday on @CCCricketUK. Here are the latest.
Wicketkeeping & Spin Bowling Fundamentals | Academy Week 5YouTube Short, 19 Oct 2026
Cricket Is More Than Batting and Bowling! | Academy Week 4YouTube Short, 12 Oct 2026
Academy week 03 - Batting FundamentalsYouTube Short, 5 Oct 2026Bat Fit AI strike analysis
Bat face impact analysis, like golf face tape for cricket: where the ball hits the bat, every shot. Centurion is bringing Bat Fit AI into Academy sessions. [Launch details to confirm]
From Academy parents
David, Rowan, and the CCC team have been excellent in coaching in every session. The coaching team not only focuses on improving skills but also makes it fun for the kids to enjoy the sessions.
Priyangshu KarAcademy parent
Have had a great first term at the academy, lots learnt, visible improvement in cricket skills and confidence. Looking forward to the next term.
emma nGoogle review
High quality cricket training from experienced coaches. Fun and friendly atmosphere. Great value for money. Highly recommended.
Martin LuffGoogle review