A new school for young people dedicated to Esports has opened in MediaCity.
The Manchester Esports Academy (MEA), a dedicated site for online gaming for ages 8-16, opened on Saturday (3 June) as part of the We Invented the Weekend festival.
The IN4 group’s education and skills programme centre was officially launched at HOST, the Home of Skills & Technology’s Gametech campus by Angela Rayner, Member of Parliament for Ashton-under-Lyne, Droylsden and Failsworth, Deputy Leader of the Labour Party and Shadow First Secretary of State
Monthly subscriptions to the school will be available to parents, however it will be fully subsidised for young people in Greater Manchester from disadvantaged backgrounds and those presently being supported by Children in Need.
Mo Isap, CEO of IN4 Group, said: “The video game and esports industry is exploding on a global scale and we’re excited to support our young people in the region with the Manchester Esports Academy, in the heart of MediaCity.
“The career opportunities in esports are immense and we want young people in Greater Manchester to know that they too can be a part of this fast-growing, multi-billion pound industry.
“We believe young people from all backgrounds should have fair access to technology futures, and by supporting local young people to find their passion and harness it as fuel, they can achieve great things in their future careers.”
Abdiqani Ahmed, previously founder of one of the UK’s most successful professional esports teams, is now Head of Esports at IN4 Group and programme lead for the new Manchester Esports Academy. He said: “Manchester Esports Academy offers a unique approach by blending professional coaching and soft skills development, with a focus on health and nutrition, the academy offers a holistic educational experience like no other and goes beyond traditional classroom-style training.
“Aspiring gamers and their parents can rest assured they will receive top-tier training, preparing them for exciting careers in the esports and video games sectors. With its three areas of focus, the Manchester Esports Academy sets the stage for success, fostering a vibrant community of passionate gamers ready to take on the world of esports.”
Parents and carers who want to learn more about the MEA can register their interest here.
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