Every December, Cheza Sports Academy provides a life-changing opportunity for our young players—an immersive football development tour to Mombasa. More than just a series of matches, this tour exposes children to a new football culture, new environments, and new challenges that sharpen their technical, mental, and physical abilities.
For many of our slum-based players from Kibera and Mukuru, this trip represents something far greater: a rare chance to travel, learn, and grow beyond the boundaries society often places on them.
Why the Tour Matters
The Coast is one of Kenya’s richest football nurseries—home to natural flair, street creativity, and generations of brilliant players. Training on sand improves balance and ball control; the humidity builds endurance; and the variety of opponents helps players adapt quickly, a key trait of professionals.
This is not a leisure trip. It is an entire week designed for elite player development.
And for us at Cheza Sports Academy, success stories prove the power of such exposure.
The Balecho Story – From Coastal Grounds to National Recognition
Coach Collins began his coaching journey in Mombasa, where he first mentored future stars like Eric Naaman Balecho, a key player in our Cheza Sports FC 2016 league-winning squad. Today, Balecho stands as a reminder that exposure, mentorship, and opportunity can completely change the direction of a young athlete’s life.
Our goal is to give today’s children that same chance.
2025 Mombasa Football Development Tour Itinerary
Dates: 8th–15th December 2025
DAY 1: Arrival & Settling In
- Team departs Nairobi at dawn
- Arrival in Mombasa and settling into accommodation
- Light recovery session on the beach
DAY 2: Technique & Beach Agility
- Morning beach soccer drills
- Friendly match in Changamwe
DAY 3: Coastal Football Culture
- Technical morning session
- Match vs academy in Mikindani
- Cultural walk and team bonding
DAY 4: High-Performance Day
- Strength & conditioning on the beach
- Tactical workshop & video analysis
DAY 5: Fort Jesus Match Day
- Historical tour of Fort Jesus
- Match vs Sparki or Kisauni academy
DAY 6: Mental Toughness Training
- Endurance and sand-resistance drills
- Match in Likoni
- Evening reflection session
DAY 7: The Mombasa Showcase
- Multi-team friendly tournament
- Scouting opportunities
- Awards and closing ceremony
DAY 8: Return to Nairobi
- Team debrief
- Player evaluations
- Safe return home
Why We Need Your Support
Many talented players simply cannot afford to participate. We aim to sponsor at least 25 deserving children from low-income communities.
Your support will help cover:
- Transport
- Meals
- Accommodation
- Kits & equipment
- Match fees
- Coaching & analysis sessions
The cost remains out of reach for many families—but your contribution can unlock a child’s dream.
Be the Reason a Child’s Life Changes
By supporting this tour, you are investing in more than football. You are investing in confidence, discipline, exposure, and hope. You are investing in the next Balecho, the next role model, the next leader.
