Elite Football Coaching
Real Training. Real Progress. Real Results.
At Elite Football Coaching, our Football Development Sessions are designed for players aged U7–U15 who want to improve technically, tactically, and mentally within a structured training environment.
Each week, players train in focused, high-quality sessions that develop ball mastery, decision-making, and game understanding — delivered in a professional setting that challenges and supports every individual.
Our programme follows the FA’s official game formats, from 3v3 through to 11v11, ensuring players progress through each stage of the game with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Groups are capped at a maximum of 10 players per coach, allowing for meaningful individual attention while maintaining the intensity and realism of group training.
Groups are capped to maintain coaching quality.
Inside Our Player Development Sessions
A short explanation from our coaching team on how our development sessions support player growth.
What Players Improve
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Speed, agility and ball control
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Shooting precision and confidence in 1v1s
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Tactical movement and game understanding
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First touch, awareness and decision-making
Groups are strictly limited to 10 players per coach.
The Four Pillars of Player Development Programme
Speed, Agility & Quickness (SAQ)
Be faster than your opponent — and sharper with every movement.
SAQ training improves explosive footwork, balance, and reaction speed, helping players beat opponents and recover faster in matches.
1v1 Domination & Ball Mastery
Excel in 1v1 duels — anticipate, create space and dominate the moment
Players learn to stay calm under pressure, use creativity, and express themselves confidently with the ball.
Our focus on close control and skill development creates players who can influence games in key moments.
Ball Striking & Scoring
Accuracy + Timing = Goals.
We teach players to strike the ball cleanly and with purpose, using our Optimum Shooting Position (OSP) method to improve shot technique and consistency under pressure.
First Touch & Ball Control
Your first touch sets the rhythm of the game.
Players learn how to control the ball in tight spaces, create time, and make smarter decisions — the foundation for confident, intelligent play at every level.
Player Development Pathway
(U7–U15)
Our player development pathway is designed to support steady, long-term improvement across every stage of the game.
Each phase aligns with the FA’s official game formats, ensuring players develop the right skills at the right time.
Focus:
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Ball mastery
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Coordination & movement
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Confidence with the ball
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Creativity & expression
What we develop:
Players learn to move well, control the ball, and enjoy playing.
We focus heavily on touches, balance, agility, and confidence, building the base that supports ALL future development.
👉 No tactics. No formations. Just mastering the ball and loving football.
Designed for real progress: technique • decision-making • game intelligence
Across all age groups, we continue to develop the core foundations: first touch, ball mastery, movement, confidence, and decision-making.
You NEVER stop teaching these — you only layer on top.
This is what makes Elite Football Coaching special and consistent.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What age groups do you cater for?
We work with players aged U7–U15, following a structured pathway aligned with the FA’s official game formats — from 3v3 through to 11v11.
- Can players join mid-season?
Yes. Players can join throughout the year, provided there is availability in the appropriate age group.
All players are supported to integrate smoothly into the pathway at the correct stage.
- How are players grouped?
Players are grouped primarily by age, with consideration given to confidence, experience, and development needs.
Groups are capped at 10 players per coach to ensure quality coaching and individual attention.
- Is this suitable for beginners or only advanced players?
Our development programme supports all ability levels.
Each stage of the pathway focuses on age-appropriate priorities, ensuring players develop at a pace that suits their current level.
- My child plays for a local club — can they still train with you?
Yes. Our sessions are designed to complement club football, not replace it.
Players apply what they learn with us directly into their club matches and training environments.
- What if my child lacks confidence?
Confidence is a core outcome of our pathway.
Through structured sessions, positive challenge, and clear feedback, players develop belief alongside their technical and tactical skills.
- Where are sessions held?
Our Football Development Sessions are currently delivered in Northamptonshire, with venues confirmed upon enquiry.
- How do I know which group is right for my child?
We guide every parent through the process to ensure the programme and group are the right fit for the player’s age and development stage.