Academy Manager
Michael
Academy Manager
Head Coach
Northern Ireland · Serving We Make Footballers Belfast at Colin Glen 3G, We Make Footballers Belfast at Queens PEC., Stranmillis Embankment & more
FOOTBALL TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT IN BELFAST.
From first kicks to competitive teams – expert coaching for ages 4–13. First session free.
104+local players weekly11weekly sessions4.8· Rated EXCELLENT on Trustpilot
Join a network trusted by 100,000+ parents.
104+ local kids are already training in Belfast this week.
100k+
Players trained since 2008
104+
Players currently training at Belfast
2
Venues across Belfast
5
Qualified coaches
Weekly training
Training times in Belfast
11 sessions across 2 venues. From £11 per session. Your first session is free.
Child's age
Day
8–13 yearsMonday
5pm – 6pmQueens PEC£11 per session
4–7 yearsMonday
5pm – 6pmQueens PEC£11 per session
8–13 yearsMonday
5pm – 6pmQueens PEC£11 per session
Ready to join Belfast?
Try your first session completely free.
Parent reviews
What WMF parents say.
Parent testimonials · WMF network
"I am impressed with We Make Footballers since day 1: the coaches, the set up, the skills and the team spirit. Really great job you do 👏 Andrei has improved a lot since starting with you."
Laura, Mum to AndreiVerified · Trustpilot
"I highly recommend We Make Footballers as a place to be coached, have fun and become a better player. We Make Footballers have created the possibility for higher level football for Betsy already."
Gary, Dad of BetsyVerified · Trustpilot
"Andreas has been attending We Make Footballers for a few weeks now and we’ve already seen a massive improvement in his confidence on the ball."
Mariana, Mum to AndreasVerified · Trustpilot
Your first session is free.
No commitment. Just bring boots, shin pads and a water bottle.
More than weekly training
Everything your child needs as they grow with the game.
About Belfast Academy
Belfast's leading football academy.
Our academy is dedicated to providing the highest quality football training for children aged 4–12 in Belfast and the surrounding areas.
- Qualified coaches
- Small group sizes for individual attention
- 500+ football touches per session
- Proven development curriculum
- Pathway to competitive football
- Fun, positive environment
Our Belfast academy welcomes families from Belfast, We Make Footballers Belfast at Colin Glen 3G, We Make Footballers Belfast at Queens PEC., Stranmillis Embankment, Botanic Gardens and surrounding areas.
RAPIDLY IMPROVE SKILLS & TECHNIQUE
GAIN CONFIDENCE ON AND OFF THE PITCH
FALL IN LOVE WITH THE GAME
MAKE FRIENDS IN A TEAM ENVIRONMENT
Belfast · 104+ players training
What's on in Belfast.
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Weekly core training
The heart of the academy — 60 minutes a week, every week of term.
Where everyone starts
Try a session, free.
Boots, shin pads, water bottle. That's it — we'll do the rest.
Looking for one-on-one training? We can help
Taking bookings
Birthday parties
60–90 coach-led minutes of games and a tournament. You bring the cake.
Not here yet
Scouting events
Showcase days in front of pro club scouts. 350+ WMF players have signed.
Closest academy running itNorth Down & Ards Academy · 13 miles away
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Foundation league
First taste of match football — in-house games, graded so every child gets a fair contest.
Closest academy running itAberdeen Academy · 235 miles away
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WMF FC teams
Age-banded squads training twice a week and playing in local youth leagues.
Closest club you can joinBrynmawr WMF FC · 224 miles away
Competitive pathway
Ready for the next step?
Belfast Academy players ready for more can step up to age-banded competitive teams that train twice a week – the natural next step for players ready to test themselves in real matches.
Join a teamHave fun. Go pro.
From a local WMF academy to Bayern Munich.
Michael Olise started with us aged 6. He's one of 350+ WMF players to sign professional contracts – and Belfast is part of the same pathway.
Luke Plange
Grasshopper Zürich
Alfie Gilchrist
West Brom
Clubs our players have signed for
ChelseaArsenalWest HamTottenhamQPRWatfordReadingBayern MunichCrystal PalaceMillwallWest BromDerby CountyFulhamBrightonMan CityLiverpoolBrentfordAberdeen
2 Training Venues
WHERE THE MAGIC HAPPENS.
Colin Glen Leisure Entrance, 3G
Outdoors
3G pitch
115 Blacks Road, Belfast BT10 0NF, UK
BT10 0NF
Parking
Free on-site car park.
Areas we cover
Local football training pages for every area we serve.
Meet Your Coaches
EXPERT COACHING IN BELFAST.
Our qualified coaches are passionate about developing every child's potential.
Head Coach
Marcus
Head Coach
Head Coach
Harry
Head Coach
Head Coach
Clint
Head Coach
Head Coach
Niamh
Head Coach
Head Coach
Cole
Head Coach
FAQs
Questions about Belfast?
Find answers to common questions about training at Belfast Academy. Can't find what you're looking for? Get in touch with our team.
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Get in touch with Belfast.
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Ready to start in Belfast?
Join 104+ players already training at Belfast Academy. Your child's journey starts with a free session.
Colin Glen Leisure Entrance, 3G · BT10 0NFQueens PEC · BT9 5EX