Using the power of Manchester United, this unique learning experience will not only engage those attending but inspire them to develop skills of the future. Offering a wide range of workshops, the Skills Lab is designed to enrich young people’s learning in a variety of topics. These include:
The United Way
Working in groups, learn about what it takes to become a high performing team.
Key themes: Teamwork, high performance and resilience.
Suitable for: All key stages, students studying PE/sport, touring sports teams.
Unlocking Your Potential
A session designed around careers, employability, and personal branding.
Key themes: Resilience, self-confidence and personal branding.
Suitable for: Those looking at careers, whether in high school, college, or university.
Interactive Club History
Learn about the rich history of Manchester United.
Key themes: Culture, heritage and legacy.
Suitable for: All education groups and abilities.
All Red All Equal
Gain an insight into Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Manchester United.
Key themes: Compassion, collaboration, and advocacy.
Suitable for: All key stages, students studying PSHE and sociology, groups aiming to understand the importance of cultural diversity.
Leadership and growth
Help individuals identify their strengths to guide, inspire, and empower themselves and others.
Key themes: Leadership, emotional intelligence and communication.
Suitable for: Students progressing to the next stage of education.
Managing the Big Occasion
Discover the importance of resilience and dealing with pressure.
Key themes: Pressure management, resilience and problem-solving.
Suitable for: Students preparing for exams and interviews, psychology students, touring sports teams preparing for matches.
Values in Action
An outdoor workshop focusing on team-building through practical activities.
Key themes: Teamwork, communication and collaboration.
Suitable for: All education groups and abilities.
Eco Reds (Environmental Sustainability)
Understand the importance of environmental sustainability within a global organisation.
Key themes: Awareness, compassion and problem-solving.
Suitable for: Students studying topics with an environmental focus.
Little Reds
A bespoke early year’s workshop incorporating a carousel of fun and engaging activities.
Key themes: Teamwork, coordination and creativity.
Suitable for: Early years students.
United, The Brand
This workshop explores Manchester United’s global identity through marketing and communication strategies.
Key themes: Communication, collaboration and personal branding.
Suitable for: Students studying business, marketing and communication at high school, college and university.
United Minds
This workshop provides practical tools to enhance emotional resilience and support positive wellbeing.
Key themes: Emotional Intelligence, resilience and self-awareness.
Suitable for: Students studying psychology and mental performance, supplementing PSHE.
SKILLS LAB PACKAGES
All Skills Lab packages include a 70-minute stadium tour (with the exception of the sneak peek package) and self-guided access to the museum as well as the 50-minute interactive workshop, which includes the chance to view and try on exclusive items of Manchester United memorabilia.
Please note that prices vary depending on the date of your booking. Non-peak pricing for visiting the Skills Lab is £16.20pp + VAT. There is also an additional option to add a second workshop to your package, for a total cost of £27pp + VAT.
Peak pricing applies during UK school holiday periods, bank holidays, weekends, and the days immediately preceding or following a matchday at Old Trafford. Peak pricing is £24.20pp + VAT for single workshops, or £40pp + VAT for two workshops. For any enquiries about peak pricing periods, please email education@mufoundation.org.
Minimum booking fees apply. All bookings are subject to availability on your preferred date. For more information, please visit: https://www.mufoundation.org/skillslab.
£16.20 per person + VAT (£24.20 per person + VAT on peak days)
- 50 minute enrichment workshop
- 70 minute stadium tour
- Self-guided museum time
£27 per person + VAT (£40 per person + VAT on peak days)
- 2 x 50 minute enrichment workshop
- 70 minute stadium tour
- Self-guided museum time
Skills Lab sneak peek package
An unforgettable educational experience in Manchester United Foundation’s Skills Lab. Perfect for educational groups, the sneak peek package encompasses a 50-minute enrichment workshop, self-guided access to the museum, and an informative club history talk delivered inside the stadium with the Old Trafford pitch in view; perfect for photos.
This unique learning opportunity is great during peak times and / or when stadium tours are not available to provide the full Manchester United learning experience in the heart of the stadium. The cost of this package is £16.20 per person + VAT, and what's included is listed here:
- 50 minute enrichment workshop
- Self-guided museum time
- Club history talk, delivered with the Old Trafford pitch in view.
Girls Academy package
This immersive package offers an exciting mix of learning and practical development. Groups will take part in a Skills Lab education workshop, enjoy a full stadium tour, and explore Manchester United’s history in the museum. The experience also includes a practical team-building session on our five-a-side pitch, fostering teamwork and leadership.
Visiting groups may also have the opportunity to play a friendly match against a team from Manchester United’s Girls Academy, subject to availability and confirmed upon request. For full details and booking enquiries, please email: education@mufoundation.org.
The Skills Lab is recognised by the Council for Learning Outside the Classroom. View our quality badge certificate here.
All workshops and packages can be tailored for all age groups, unless specified, and will take place in the Sir Alex Ferguson Stand at Old Trafford Stadium, Sir Matt Busby Way, Stretford, Manchester, M16 0RA.
To enquire or book a session please download and fill out a booking form here, then email it to: education@mufoundation.org.
For terms and conditions visit: Skills Lab Terms and Conditions