Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the youngest age you can start training from?
- The youngest age you can start training from is the age of 4 (although some children start at 3 and a half). However we tend to advise parents to try a class first, as it can be more challenging than other classes aimed at children between 2-3 year olds.
- Is training indoors & what does my child need to bring?
- Generally the training will be outdoors during the Spring and Summer Terms and indoors during the Autumn and Winter Terms. However we all know what the British weather is like and so this is subject to change. If you are unsure, speak to your academy manager and bring both indoor and outdoor footwear so your child is ready to train whatever the weather. Your child will need a full sports kit including a t-shirt, shorts and socks as well as some warm and waterproof clothing. Also don’t forget to bring plenty of water-based drinks!
- What will you teach my child?
- Your child will learn to develop their ball manipulation, technique, game understanding and movement in a safe, structured and fun environment under the watchful eye of our experienced coaches. Our sessions, drills and games are tailored to each age group so players will always get the most out of their training. Ultimately we aim to make every child who attends our sessions the best footballer they can be.
- How does my child join a team?
- We Make Footballers is partnered with several local clubs and have an agreement in place to provide players and teams starting from Under 7 all the way up to Under 13. Local grassroots teams start looking for children at the Under 6 age group (School Year 1). For this reason we hold trials for Under 6 players who attend our weekly training for scouts from local teams to have a look at. From there they select the children they would like for their teams in the new season. If your child has been training with us for a while, developing well and registers an interest in playing competitive football, we will help them to join a team.
- How does my child get a trial with a professional club?
- We Make Footballers have strong links with professional academies, putting forward children who have been excelling in their sessions with us. If your child has been attending our weekly training, holiday camps and taking part in regular 1-2-1 sessions for a while they will likely have reached a level where they are able to trial at a professional club. Your child’s academy manager will be the best person to speak to with regard to their progress and how far they are from an academy trial.
- Does your training only run during term time?
- Yes, our training runs parallel to the school term time in your area. To be sure about when the sessions are running, log into your parent area and view your child’s bookings to view the training dates they are to attend.
- Are your coaches DBS checked?
- Yes, all of our coaches are fully DBS checked and at least one member of staff on site will be first aid trained.
- Do you give any nutritional advice to children?
- Although we don’t give personalised nutritional advice to each individual player per se, we are looking into the possibilities of implementing this is the future. We do offer general healthy lifestyle and nutritional tips on our Instagram page for young players to have a look at.
- What is ‘My Football Homework’?
- ‘My Football Homework’ is a fantastic new app designed by We Make Footballers for any parent to coach their child football at home. Follow the simple step-by-step videos and train for as little as two 30 minute sessions a week to see drastic improvement in your child’s football development. ‘My Football Homework’ is available on all iOS and Android devices through the Apple Store and Google Play. Try it today for free!
- Do you offer anything other than weekly training?
- Yes absolutely! We hold regular holiday camps – so when your child doesn’t have weekly training during the school holidays, they can come along to our all day football camps for hours of fun and activities. We also host amazing football birthday parties with a Zorb Ball option available. And if you think your child could do with that bit of extra help to get them to the next level with their football, we offer 1-2-1 sessions where your child can get personal training with one of our experienced coaches.