IKF International Workshops

Indian football’s growth rests on two parallel engines: organic and inorganic development. It has the potential to grow significantly, but this growth can be achieved through two primary pathways – organic and inorganic.

Organic growth via IKF Trials

This involves focusing on players for Indian ecosystem and steadily create a talent pipeline which improves the quality of Indian football. IKF is already doing it via IKF Trials.

Inorganic Growth via IKF’s International Workshop

This involves sending Indian players abroad to train in more advanced and competitive environments. When these players return, they bring with them enhanced skills, experiences, and a deeper understanding of the game.

IKF International Workshops

Workshop 2025 Cities

Pune Bangalore
Mumbai Delhi

Date

September–October 2025

For more info
+91-7506741310

Why IKF's International Workshops Are Essential

Currently, many Indian players are indeed going abroad in hopes of bettering their football skills. However, a significant number of these players do not end up in the right places or with the right opportunities that align with their footballing aspirations. This inefficiency hampers the potential benefits of inorganic growth.

Workshops may involve a participant fee—collected by MFK purely to cover logistics & operations. IKF remains a 100% non-profit icnitiative.

IKF as a Platform for Global Collaboration

IKF brings together

  • International Experts to India
  • International Academies who are seeking Indian talent
  • Tech platform to be able to showcase players efficiently

Focus of IKF’s International Workshop

  • Go to the right places for the right purposes
  • Get aware about their footballing abilities
  • Create clear global pathways
  • Honest feedback

IKF’s Purpose-Driven Approach

Mission-first, not money-first

As a Section-8 non-profit, IKF exists to identify and nurture talent—never to profit. Every workshop is designed around player development and opportunity.

Global standards, local access

We bring international experts to Indian grounds, giving players the same insight and feedback they’d get abroad—right here at home.

Holistic advancement

Our programs follows the sports-based youth development model, focusing on skill-building, psychology, and community.

Impact You Can Trust

Parents see real change

Players walk away from workshops with detailed technical feedback and enhanced confidence—backed by trusted global credentials.

Communities gain mentors

Coaches and scouts often guide players toward next steps—whether trials, scholarships, or continued support.

Players get noticed

Many have gained trial invites, academy placement options, and academic scholarships thanks to their workshop performance and visibility.

Locations

CityDatesVenue
Pune26-28 Sept Nawu Sports Club, near Lodha Belmondo Map Pin
Bangalore 27–28 Sept To Be Announced Map Pin
Mumbai 1–2 Oct To Be Announced Map Pin
Delhi 4–5 Oct Frontier Football Club, Dwarka Map Pin

Academy Partner

Winners of Scholarship

Testimonials


Frequently Asked Questions

Who can attend the IKF Workshop? +
Players born between 2008 to 2011 ( youth ) Open Age: 2004-2007 —both boys and girls—can participate. Players will be assessed based on age and position. Since it’s a technical assessment, girls will be evaluated alongside boys with gender considerations in mind.
What happens during the workshop? +
The workshop includes:
  • Age- and position-based grouping
  • Fitness drills to assess basics and conditioning
  • Matches to evaluate tactical, technical, physical, and social skills
  • On-ground feedback and a detailed MI-TAS technical assessment report (delivered via WhatsApp)
What do participants receive? +
Every participant gets:
  • A 4-corner technical assessment report prepared by PFSA-certified and Premier League academy scouts
  • In-session and post-session feedback
  • A career counselling session
  • A chance to be scouted for scholarships by international academy partners and direct entry into IKF Zonal Finals
Is a scholarship guaranteed? +
No. Scholarships are not guaranteed. However, top performers are showcased to international academy partners. These academies independently decide whom to invite for trials. So far, 6 players have secured 100% scholarships from previous workshops.
How do I register and what’s the fee? +
  • Fee: Different for different workshop, details can be found above
  • Duration: Different for different workshop, details can be found above
  • Cities: Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Pune
  • Registration: Online only at https://app.myfirstkick.com/IKF-Workshop
  • Steps: Create profile → Go to Events → Select city → Pay → Get pass + WhatsApp confirmation
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