The Spin Academy

🔍 About The Spin Academy

The Spin Academy is open to children nationwide aged 11–19. It seeks to discover, improve and support gifted spin bowlers through a blended approach based on the extensive experience of Peter Such – both as an international player and an elite coach.

Over recent years, Peter has worked closely with top-level players including:

• Monty Panesar, Graeme Swann, Moeen Ali, Adil Rashid, Jack Leach, Matthew Parkinson, Zafar Ansari, Mason Crane, and Dominic Bess.

• He has also supported England U19, England Lions, and numerous County spin bowlers.

Peter’s 20-year professional playing career included:

• Over 1,000 First XI County wickets

• 51 five-wicket hauls, 9 ten-wicket matches

• 37 wickets in 11 Test Matches, including 6 for 67 on debut vs Australia

🏏 The Programme

The core of the programme includes:

• 🎯 Developing consistent spin bowling technique

• 🧩 Becoming tactically smart across red and white ball formats

• 🛠️ Crafting variations to become a more skilful bowler

• 🧠 Understanding the mindset needed to succeed

• 🏃‍♂️ Training movement patterns that support a repeatable action

Participants will receive:

• 8 coaching sessions at Millfield from November–March
  ​​​​​​​9th November, 14th December, 21st December, 25th January, 8th February, 22nd February, 22nd March, 29th March

• Ongoing remote support and analysis from Peter throughout the year

Each session includes:

• Technical bowling drills

• Tactical scenarios

• Batting sessions

• Strength & conditioning work
  Participants will rotate through stations before receiving bespoke, tailored coaching based on individual development needs.

Peter Such

Peter Such played Test cricket for England and has spent over 20 years developing players as a National Lead Spin Bowling Coach for the ECB.

• Former England international spinner

• Coached at elite level with the ECB for over two decades

• Expert in nurturing young talent through holistic, player-focused coaching

Mark Garaway

Alongside Peter, Millfield’s Director of Cricket, Mark Garaway, will co-lead the sessions. Mark brings his own elite background as a former England Assistant Coach and Performance Director of Irish Cricket.

Together, they offer unmatched expertise in both technical development and performance coaching.

All sessions take place at Millfield’s world-class cricket centre, which includes:

• 3 PitchVision-enabled lanes

• State-of-the-art 4G fielding area

• 3 adaptable bowling/batting surfaces

• 5 nets and 22-metre run-up

While accommodation is not included, families may wish to explore the local area.
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📅 Dates & Cost

Programme Duration:
📆 9th November 2025 – 29th March 2026
14th December, 21st December, 25th January, 8th February, 22nd February, 22nd March, 29th March
🕓 Sessions run from 4pm–9pm
🍽️ Includes private dinner in the Wilson Pavilion at every session

Cost:
💷 £1540 for 12 months (includes 8 in-person sessions + remote support)

Payment Options:

• £1540 in full (due August)
  or

• £640 deposit in August + £180/month (Nov–March)

Included in Price:

• Coaching from Peter Such and support team (spin, batting, S&C)

• 8 sessions with dinner and drinks

• Remote year-round support and analysis

• Branded Spin Academy training bundle

👥 Who Is It For?

This course is suitable for:

• Spin bowlers aged 11–19

• County age-group players

• Players showing potential who want to work in a focused spin environment

Both boys and girls are welcome.

📅 Course Information