Academy Manager
Scott
Academy Manager
Academy Director
West Yorkshire · Serving Horsforth, Yeadon, Moortown & more
FOOTBALL TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT IN NORTH LEEDS.
From first kicks to competitive teams – expert coaching for ages 4–12. First session free.
11,394+players nationwide weekly6weekly sessions4.8· Rated EXCELLENT on Trustpilot
Join a network trusted by 100,000+ parents.
11,394+ kids are already training with us across the United Kingdom this week.
100k+
Players trained since 2008
11,394+
Players training across the United Kingdom
3
Venues across North Leeds
5
Qualified coaches
Weekly training
Training times in North Leeds
6 sessions across 3 venues. From £10 per session. Your first session is free.
Child's age
Day
4–7 yearsTuesday
4pm – 5pmWeetwood Sports Park (LS16)£10 per session
8–12 yearsTuesday
5pm – 6pmWeetwood Sports Park (LS16)£10 per session
4–7 yearsFriday
5:15pm – 6:15pmLeeds Trinity University (LS18)£10 per session
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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 North Leeds Academy
North Leeds's leading football academy.
Our academy is dedicated to providing the highest quality football training for children aged 4–12 in North Leeds 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 North Leeds academy welcomes families from North Leeds, Horsforth, Yeadon, Moortown, Headingley, Adel 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
North Leeds · 91+ players training
What's on in North Leeds.
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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.
Open to our players
Scouting events
Showcase days in front of pro club scouts. 350+ WMF players have signed.
Not here yet
Foundation league
First taste of match football — in-house games, graded so every child gets a fair contest.
Closest academy running itWatford Academy · 159 miles away
Not here yet
WMF FC teams
Age-banded squads training twice a week and playing in local youth leagues.
Closest club you can joinNorwich WMF FC · 146 miles away
Competitive pathway
Ready for the next step?
North Leeds 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 North Leeds 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
3 Training Venues
WHERE THE MAGIC HAPPENS.
Gateways School (LS17)
Outdoors
Grass
Gateways School, Harewood, Leeds, UK
LS17 9LE
Parking
Free on-site car park.
Areas we cover
Local football training pages for every area we serve.
Meet Your Coaches
EXPERT COACHING IN NORTH LEEDS.
Our qualified coaches are passionate about developing every child's potential.
Assistant Coach
Conal
Assistant Coach
Assistant Coach
Louie
Assistant Coach
Parent Host
Francesca
Parent Host
Assistant Coach
Kevin
Assistant Coach
Assistant Coach
Tom
Assistant Coach
Assistant Coach
Hexell
Assistant Coach
FAQs
Questions about North Leeds?
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Weetwood Sports Park (LS16) · LS16 5AULeeds Trinity University (LS18) · LS18 5HDGateways School (LS17) · LS17 9LE