Youth football
Our AIFF Elite Youth League campaign
Three fixtures in Anandpur Sahib as Doon City FC takes on the preliminary round of the 2026–27 competition.
2–6 November 2026
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◆ AIFF 1-Star rated academy · Dehradun
ACHIEVE TILL THE ACHIEVEMENT
Football academy
in Dehradun.
A pathway to grow.
From a first touch to competitive football. Coaching for ages 4–20, with indoor and outdoor training led by Praveen Pharasi, Founder & Head Coach.
New to football? Beginners are welcome. Your coach will recommend the right starting point.
Since 2005
Rooted in Dehradun football
AIFF 1-Star
Academy accreditation
Indoor + outdoor
Training on Sahastradhara Road
On the pitch. Beyond the game.
Latest from Doon City FC.
Training, matchdays, player achievements and the people moving our club forward.
Player development
Selected for Uttarakhand at the SGFI U-17 nationals
Celebrating Anuj Negi, Manish Dhek, Naman Kharayat, Sumit Goswami and Arya Negi on their Uttarakhand selections.
Player milestone
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From our coach
A message from Praveen Pharasi
Our Founder & Head Coach shares his hopes for the players and his vision for football in Dehradun.
1 November 2026
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Inside the academy
The work between matchdays
Coaching, technical practice and group fitness are all part of learning to play together.
Training at Doon City FC
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Matchday
Doon City FC 2–2 Sports Hostel Football Academy Dehradun
A point each in the Dehradun District Super League. Watch the match highlights.
19 October 2026
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Our community
Sports Partner at the Dehradun Half Marathon
From the football pitch to the running community: celebrating Dehradun’s sporting spirit.
25 October 2026
Read storyFootball development programme · U-8 to U-18
Future Stars.
A love for the game. A pathway to grow.
Future Stars is for players who are serious about pursuing football as a career and aspire to play professionally. Explore our Foundation, Development and Performance pathway, with focused coaching that builds technique, game understanding, athletic development and mindset.
Our club
Football with a purpose.
Doon City FC is a player-first football club and academy in Dehradun. We help young players grow through quality coaching, discipline, teamwork and a lasting love for the game.
One club, one vision
A connected pathway from grassroots learning and open trials to competitive youth football.
Our commitment to players
A welcoming, inclusive setting where football builds confidence, resilience and character.
Academy · Ages 4–20
Find your starting point.
Ages 4–801
Grassroots Foundation
A joyful first touch. Build confidence, coordination and a love for football.
Enquire about this programme →Ages 9–1402
Youth Development
Turn growing confidence into stronger technique and smarter decisions.
Enquire about this programme →Ages 15–2003
Advanced Performance
Prepare for demanding matches and opportunities at higher levels of football.
Enquire about this programme →Indoor turf. Outdoor football.
Technical practice, match experience, fitness and individual progress, brought together in one development pathway.
The people behind the badge
Leadership on and off the pitch.
Coaching staff
Praveen Pharasi
Founder & Head Coach · National Assistant Referee
Guiding grassroots and youth football development in Uttarakhand since 2005. Praveen leads our coaching philosophy, talent identification and preparation for district, state and national-level opportunities.
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Management
Udit Handa
President, Doon City FC
CEO & Founder, CynoteckTechnology & AI Leader
Building sustainable youth football pathways through strategy, partnerships, technology and professional club governance.
View Udit Handa on LinkedIn ↗
Management
Abhishek Kothari
Strategic Partnerships & Institutional Engagement
Supporting the club’s strategic growth through partnerships and institutional engagement, with a focus on building a sustainable and professionally managed football club.
View Abhishek Kothari on LinkedIn ↗
Coaching staff
Abhishek Pundir
Assistant Coach · C Licence
Focused on youth football, fitness and technical skills. Abhishek designs age-appropriate drills, supports individual player assessments and helps young footballers build teamwork, confidence and tactical understanding.
Parents & players
Get to know your academy.
Read feedback from our community, meet the coaches and ask the questions that matter before your first session.
How to join
Three steps onto the pitch.
01
Request a free trial
Share the player’s age and experience by email or phone. The academy will confirm a suitable date, time and venue.
02
Meet your coach
Come for your confirmed trial session. We assess the player’s level and recommend a suitable programme.
03
Register & begin
Complete registration with the club, confirm your batch and schedule, and start your football journey.
Contact us
Start your football journey.
Find the right programme, request a free trial or ask about club partnerships. We’ll confirm your batch, time and venue before you visit.
Request a free trial →Call+91 97191 61150For trials and academy enquiriesEmaildooncityfc@gmail.comGeneral club enquiriesOutdoor groundGujrara Mansingh, Rajeshwar Nagar Phase 6, Lane 3Sahastradhara Road, Govind Vihar, Dehradun, Uttarakhand 248013 ↗Indoor trainingPrerna Store, top floor, Sahastradhara RoadDehradun · Call for directions and session availability →