Full-Time High Performance Transition Year Programmes | September 2026

📍 Drogheda | Boys & Girls | Goalkeepers & Outfield Players

CHOOSE FROM TWO PROGRAMMES

Our High Performance Programmes are designed for students who want to take their development seriously while completing a unique and enriching Transition Year experience. Students train daily in a structured high performance environment while also gaining valuable qualifications, leadership skills and life experience.

We believe in developing better athletes, stronger leaders and confident young people.

  • HIGH PERFORMANCE SOCCER

    Train with elite coaches including former international and professional players.

    • Technical development
    • Game intelligence
    • Strength and conditioning
    • Sports psychology
    • Video analysis and performance nutrition

  • HIGH PERFORMANCE GAELIC

    Designed for players who want to elevate their Gaelic football performance.

    • Technical skill development
    • Position specific coaching
    • Strength and conditioning
    • Performance analysis
    • Recovery and injury prevention
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PREFER TO VISIT FIRST?

If you would like to meet the coaching team, explore facilities and understand both pathways before applying, register for our TY Open Day. This is the best opportunity for students and parents to see the environment first-hand, learn how the programme is structured, and ask any questions before making a decision.

REGISTER FOR OPEN DAY

ELITE COACHES

LEARN FROM THE BEST

Our coaching team includes some of the most established and qualified coaches in Ireland. With experience at national and international levels, they bring elite-level knowledge, mentoring and personal development to every student.

We believe that to develop genuine high-performance athletes, you need the right coaches in front of students every day — coaches that challenge and support every student.

LEAVE WITH RECOGNISED QUALIFICATIONS

Students graduate with practical, industry-recognised credentials that support progression in sport, fitness and future careers. Both TY programmes are aligned with national Transition Year objectives, overseen by a dedicated Head of Education, and delivered through structured modules with clear learning outcomes.

  • PRIMARY GRASSROOTS COACHING CERTIFICATE

  • GYM INSTRUCTOR QUALIFICATION

  • RECOGNISED FIRST AID CERTIFICATION

  • LEADERSHIP AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING

TRAIN IN A PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT

Our students train and study in facilities that match their ambition. Everything is designed to give each student access to a professional-level environment.

  • Indoor and outdoor pitches
  • Dedicated classroom and study space
  • Sports science testing facilities
  • Performance analysis tools

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

This programme is about developing the whole person, not just the athlete.

  • CONFIDENCE

  • LEADERSHIP

  • COMMUNICATION

  • TEAMWORK

  • DISCIPLINE

  • RESILIENCE

WHO IS THIS PROGRAMME FOR?

Students aged 15-17 completing Transition Year who have a passion for sport and personal development.

This programme is ideal for students who:

  • Love sport and want to improve their performance
  • Want a structured and active TY experience
  • Are interested in coaching or sports careers
  • Want to develop leadership skills
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NOT READY TO APPLY YET?

Choosing the right Transition Year programme is an important decision. If you’d like to see the environment, meet the team, and learn exactly how the programme works before applying, join us at our TY Open Day and discover what makes the KAT Academy experience different.

REGISTER FOR OPEN DAY
HIGH PERFORMANCE SPORTS PROGRAMME

APPLY FOR TY PROGRAMME 2026

Places are limited to ensure every student receives the highest level of coaching and support. If you are passionate about sport and want a TY experience unlike any other, complete your application below.

BASED IN DROGHEDA

Our programmes are based in Drogheda and delivered in premium sports and education facilities that inspire our students.

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