U-15 and U-17 football trials now open. Registrations close on 20th July.

  • U-15 and U-17 football trials now open. Registrations close on 20th July.

Alchemy DNA

HOW WE DEVELOP
PLAYERS

At Alchemy, player development goes beyond training sessions. Our approach combines coaching, methodology and continuous assessment to help players reach their highest potential, both on and off the pitch.

Alchemy DNA

HOW WE DEVELOP
PLAYERS

At Alchemy, player development goes beyond training sessions. Our approach combines coaching, methodology and continuous assessment to help players reach their highest potential, both on and off the pitch.

Alchemy DNA

HOW WE DEVELOP
PLAYERS

At Alchemy, player development goes beyond training sessions. Our approach combines coaching, methodology and continuous assessment to help players reach their highest potential, both on and off the pitch.

Our Process

Structured Learning
Through Every Session

Every player develops differently. Alchemy gives each stage a clear structure, from grassroots foundations to elite residential and international exposure.

Training

Clear goals guide every training day.

Define Problems

Identify challenges during play.

Pause

Key moments for reflection.

Correct & Inspire

Feedback shapes better match actions.

Demonstrate

Show solutions through examples.

Rehearse & Restart

Players repeat, apply and restart play.

Training

Clear goals guide every training day.

Define Problems

Identify challenges during play.

Pause

Key moments for reflection.

Correct & Inspire

Feedback shapes better match actions.

Demonstrate

Show solutions through examples.

Rehearse & Restart

Players repeat, apply and restart play.

Training

Clear goals guide every training day.

Define Problems

Identify challenges during play.

Pause

Key moments for reflection.

Correct & Inspire

Feedback shapes better match actions.

Demonstrate

Show solutions through examples.

Rehearse & Restart

Players repeat, apply and restart play.

THE TEAM

THE PEOPLE BEHIND
THE PATHWAY

Our UEFA, AFC and AIFF licensed coaches and technical staff lead player development across every programme, on and off the pitch.

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Derryl Dsouza

Technical Director

Derryl Dsouza

Technical Director

AFC 'A' , AIFF Coach Instructor

Derryl has the honours of being the only male Coach from India to complete " Project Future Coach " run by Asian Football Confederation (AFC) during 2009-2012.

Abhishek Harry

Head Coach | U19

Abhishek Harry

Head Coach | U19

AFC 'B'

Seikhohao Haokip

Head Coach | U17

Seikhohao Haokip

Head Coach | U17

AFC 'B'

Shubham Naik

Head Coach | U17 Dev Squad

Shubham Naik

Head Coach | U17 Dev Squad

AFC 'C'

Yash Servai

Head Coach | U17 Dev Squad

Yash Servai

Head Coach | U17 Dev Squad

AFC 'B'

Brijesh Kumar

Head Coach | U17 Dev Squad

Brijesh Kumar

Head Coach | U17 Dev Squad

AFC 'B'

Somashekara V

Head Coach | U15

Somashekara V

Head Coach | U15

AFC 'A'

Michael Edegar

Head Coach | U15 Dev Squad

Michael Edegar

Head Coach | U15 Dev Squad

CAF 'C' & AFC 'B'

Irfan Khan

Head Coach | U15 Dev Squad

Irfan Khan

Head Coach | U15 Dev Squad

AFC 'B'

Anup Damien

Head Coach | U13

Anup Damien

Head Coach | U13

AFC 'B'

Christopher Mendis

Head Coach | U13 Dev Squad

Christopher Mendis

Head Coach | U13 Dev Squad

AFC 'B'

John Peter

Head Coach | U11

John Peter

Head Coach | U11

AFC 'B'

Ratheesh M

Head Coach | U11 Dev Squad

Ratheesh M

Head Coach | U11 Dev Squad

AFC 'C'

Heibormi Ikai

Head Coach | U9

Heibormi Ikai

Head Coach | U9

AIFF 'D'

Shashikumar Rathod

Head Coach | U9 Dev Squad

Shashikumar Rathod

Head Coach | U9 Dev Squad

AFC 'C'

Akshay Singh

Strength & Conditioning Coach

Akshay Singh

Strength & Conditioning Coach

AFC 'C'

Subi A G

GK Coach

Subi A G

GK Coach

AFC 'C', AFC GK Level 2, Masters in Physiotherapy

Sunil Kumar

GK Coach

Sunil Kumar

GK Coach

AFC 'C' & AFC GK Level 2

Mubhashir Mohammed

GK Coach

Mubhashir Mohammed

GK Coach

AFC 'C' & AFC GK Level 1

Aparna Premraj

Physio

Aparna Premraj

Physio

Bachelors Degree in Physiotherapy

Sudhin Das

Physio

Sudhin Das

Physio

Bachelors Degree in Physiotherapy

Dylan Augustine

Sports Psychologist

Dylan Augustine

Sports Psychologist

MSc - Sports & Exercise Psychology

Parth Parasher

Sports Psychologist

Parth Parasher

Sports Psychologist

Masters in Sports Psychology & FA Level 1

Anandhi Iyer

Sports Nutritionist

Anandhi Iyer

Sports Nutritionist

MSc Degree in Food Science and Nutrition

Manohar Joseph

Resident Warden

Manohar Joseph

Resident Warden

Ex International School Warden

Mamta Saxena

Resident Warden

Mamta Saxena

Resident Warden

Bachelor in Child Development & Educationist

METHODOLOGY

High-Energy. Player-Centred.
Game-Realistic.

Our methodology is designed to create an engaging learning environment where players develop through purposeful coaching, individual progression and realistic game-based experiences.

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Mindset & Environment

High Intensity

Coaching with high energy and real enthusiasm.

Positive Approach

A consistently positive, encouraging environment.

Enjoyment First

Players enjoy every session and stay engaged.

Player Development

Individual Learning

Every player learns and progresses at their own pace.

Guided Discovery

Guided discovery and feed-forward coaching.

Adaptive Sessions

Progressed or regressed to suit the group.

Player Development

Individual Learning

Every player learns and progresses at their own pace.

Guided Discovery

Guided discovery and feed-forward coaching.

Adaptive Sessions

Progressed or regressed to suit the group.

Session Delivery

Game-Realistic

Run match-real sessions with maximum ball rolling time.

Decision-Led Coaching

Activities built around choices and awareness.

Reflect & Improve

Feedback and reflection after every session.

PLAYING STYLE

Developing Complete
Footballers

Our approach builds technical, physical and mental skills to develop confident, adaptable and game-ready footballers.

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PHYSICAL

Players follow an age-appropriate development pathway that improves athletic performance, strength, speed and overall physical readiness for the demands of modern football.

MENTAL

Players are encouraged to make decisions, solve problems under pressure and develop the mindset required to compete at higher levels of the game.

TECHNICAL

Technical excellence remains at the core of our methodology. Training focuses on ball mastery, passing, receiving, decision-making and execution under pressure.

PLAYING STYLE

Developing Complete
Footballers

Our approach builds technical, physical and mental skills to develop confident, adaptable and game-ready footballers.

Get in Touch

PHYSICAL

Players follow an age-appropriate development pathway that improves athletic performance, strength, speed and overall physical readiness for the demands of modern football.

MENTAL

Players are encouraged to make decisions, solve problems under pressure and develop the mindset required to compete at higher levels of the game.

TECHNICAL

Technical excellence remains at the core of our methodology. Training focuses on ball mastery, passing, receiving, decision-making and execution under pressure.

GET IN TOUCH

START YOUR
FOOTBALL JOURNEY.

Share a few details and our team will guide you on programme fit, trials, locations and the next steps.

Building stronger players through structured coaching, competitive exposure and long-term development pathways.

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© 2026 Alchemy International Football Academy.

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Building stronger players through structured coaching, competitive exposure and long-term development pathways.

Enquire Now

© 2026 Alchemy International Football Academy.

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Building stronger players through structured coaching, competitive exposure and long-term development pathways.

Enquire Now

© 2026 Alchemy International Football Academy.

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.