New Addington Leisure & Community Centre, 88 Central Parade, New Addington, Croydon CR0 0JB, UK
Academy
Junior Football Training Services
We Make Footballers academies offer weekly football training, holiday camps, 1-on-1 coaching, birthday parties and school programmes – helping children of all abilities develop skills, confidence and a lifelong love of the game.
Join our weekly football training sessions designed for all skill levels and ages.
Football training times:
1 Week-long camps every school holiday where football meets fun. Attend as much or little as you like.
Personalised and high energy football training by a professional coach just for your child.
Certain children may need more time to master the fundamental elements of the game, and our one-on-one football instruction creates a more supportive backdrop for their advancement. It's frequently found that children enjoy their football more as they become more adept in the basics. We understand that every player's development unfolds at a distinct pace. Personalised one-on-one sessions help players target specific areas of their game, aiding them in overcoming challenges in their football expedition.
Birthday parties for kids with We Make Footballers. Create a day for your child they will never forget!
Hey, WMF supporters and soon-to-be recruits, let's add a dash of glee to your child's special day! Visualize the sheer happiness when their cherished coach shows up at the birthday bash. We're experts in crafting memorable celebrations – delve into our treasure trove of birthday packages and make your child's day absolutely epic. Our coaches? They're the true champions of joy!
Professional football training delivered directly to your school for students of all abilities.
We Make Footballers is confident in our ability to provide one of the nation's top school football coaching programmes. Running a superior coaching programme beyond educational institutions affords us access to some of the leading coaches in the UK.
We also have an intensive training programme that all our coaches must complete to ensure that quality remains consistently at the highest standards.
Head coach since 2019
Nathaneal Howe
We Make Footballers have been running for the past 10 years. Having had great success in London, We Make Footballers have now become a football franchise coaching over 5000 children every week across over 46 venues.
Our mission is to provide best-in-class professional football coaching for boys and girls of all abilities. Our unique coaching methodology, common sense, and passion for football enable us to create the perfect environment for a child to learn and develop in the New Addington and Croydon area. Through our network, we provide pathways for our players to join professional academies and local grassroots clubs. We’re making football.
The New Addington We Make Footballers Academy was set up in 2019 by Matthew Ansah who is a UEFA qualified football coach with a holistic view on coaching children. As per all We Make Footballers Academy Mangers, he believes in the We Make Footballers mission and strives to help players of all abilities become the best they can be!
Why do Children & Parents in New Addington Love our Training?
Improved football technique
We break down the football fundamentals in a simple and engaging way. Then, our 1-on-1 drills give your child the time to reinforce what they've learnt at their own pace.
Teammates to mates
We only have 10 children per coach to ensure high quality training and the chance for your child to build friendships. We also have strict anti-bullying policies so they will always feel safe.
Healthy children are happier children
Exercise is best when it doesn't feel like exercise. Our weekly football training and holiday development camps are fun, but also boost your child's fitness, speed, movement, and agility too.
A real brain booster (that's smart!)
It's not just physical and social skills, our unique sessions help with cognitive function too. You will see your child develop better concentration, learning, listening, and decision-making skills week after week.
team
Guilherme
Academy Coach
Hannah
Parent Host
Matthew
Academy Coach
Taysir
Academy Coach
Wayne
Academy Coach
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Both of my children love their sessions! During their one hour they practise a lot. The children all have their own ball and they all join in at the same time with different fun games. They also learn how to be a good team player. The program and the coaches are brilliant!
Anita, Parent
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Frequently asked questions
Are you looking for a football training academy to partner with?
How it works: We provide players and teams for local grassroot teams to compete at a competitive grassroots level. The partnered club recommend WMF to players who aren’t quite ready to play at a grassroots level side (players may be too young or new to football).
What safety procedures are in place and are your coaches DBS checked?
All of our coaches are fully DBS checked and at least one member of staff on site will be first aid trained.
How do I get my child in shape for football?
Getting your child into shape for football involves a combination of physical activity, skill development and a balanced diet. Here are some steps you can take to help prepare your child for football: encourage your child to take part in activities that can improve cardiovascular endurance, such as running, cycling or swimming. To be a successful football player, a child will need to work on their speed, agility and endurance. Encourage your child to eat a balanced diet and drink plenty of water. It's also important for your child to rest and recover between exercise. You could take your child to take part in local football training sessions and speak to the coach about what they think your child needs to develop. Your may also want to consider shifting the language from 'getting your child into shape' to 'helping your child lead an active and healthy lifestyle'. Football can be a great vehicle to help make this change.
When should girls start playing football?
Girls can start playing football at the same age as boys, typically around 4 or 5 years old. There is no specific age restriction or limitation based on gender when it comes to playing football. Football is a sport that can be enjoyed by both girls and boys and now there are increasing opportunities for girls to participate in football training and football matches where they can meet new friends, develop their football skills and find a love for the game. It is important to find a football environment which is inclusive and supportive, where girls feel welcomed and encouraged to participate in football.
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