If you're a parent in the Blackwood area looking to get your child into football, you’re not alone. Whether your child is 4 or 12, finding the right football coaching programme can feel overwhelming — especially with so many options locally. This guide breaks down some of the most popular choices, and explains why We Make Footballers Blackwood is fast becoming a favourite for families across Caerphilly County.
⚽ What Makes a Great Football Coaching Programme?
When choosing a football academy or club, it's important to consider:
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Age-appropriate coaching tailored to your child’s stage of development
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Safe and inclusive environments that focus on fun as well as learning
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Qualified coaches with DBS checks and child safeguarding training
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Flexible times and local venues to make attending sessions easy
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Pathways to local grassroots or academy football, if that’s the goal
Now let’s explore what’s available in and around Blackwood.
🏅 Grassroots Football Clubs (U5s to U12s)
Blackwood is home to several grassroots clubs offering weekly training and league matches. These are great options for children who already enjoy team sports or are ready for match play. However, many clubs have limited space for beginners or focus primarily on older players or competition.
🟡 Pros: Match experience, team identity, social environment
🔴 Cons: May not cater well to total beginners or younger children
🏟️ We Make Footballers Blackwood – A Proven Development Programme
We Make Footballers is a nationwide football coaching academy — and we’ve now launched right here in Blackwood, offering high-quality, indoor sessions at Ysgol Cwm Rhymni 3G every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.
We specialise in helping children aged 4–12 fall in love with football while developing:
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Ball mastery
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Coordination and movement
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Confidence and teamwork
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1v1 and game-based decision-making
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All within a fun, structured and welcoming environment
We offer first sessions free, no long-term commitments, and small group ratios to ensure every child gets individual attention.
🟢 Perfect for: Total beginners, developing players, and those looking for extra training outside their club
📍 Venue: Ysgol Cwm Rhymni, Blackwood 3G
📆 Times: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday sessions (get in touch for details)
🔗 Sign-up link: https://parentarea.co/parent
🏫 After-School Clubs and Multi-Sport Camps
Some schools and leisure centres in Blackwood offer football as part of after-school or holiday programmes. While these are great for fun and variety, they often lack structured progression or experienced football coaches.
🟡 Pros: Low cost, social fun
🔴 Cons: Not focused on football development or long-term coaching
✅ So, What’s the Best Option for Your Child?
If your child is new to football, lacks confidence, or wants to sharpen their skills in a friendly environment — We Make Footballers Blackwood is the ideal place to start.
And if they already play for a team? Our academy-style training helps them progress faster, improve technique, and build confidence that shows in match days.
🎉 Ready to Book a Free Taster Session?
Your child’s football journey could start this week.
👉 Sign up for a free session at We Make Footballers Blackwood:
https://parentarea.co/parent
