Academy Manager
Liam
Academy Manager
Head Coach
Scotland · Serving Glasgow West End, Bearsden, Milngavie & more
FOOTBALL TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT IN GLASGOW.
From first kicks to competitive teams – expert coaching for ages 2–12. First session free.
158+local players weekly7weekly sessions4.8· Rated EXCELLENT on Trustpilot
Join a network trusted by 100,000+ parents.
158+ local kids are already training in Glasgow this week.
100k+
Players trained since 2008
158+
Players currently training at Glasgow
3
Venues across Glasgow
9
Qualified coaches
Weekly training
Training times in Glasgow
7 sessions across 3 venues. From £8 per session. Your first session is free.
Child's age
Day
4–7 yearsMonday
5pm – 6pmFirhill Sports Complex£9.50 per session
8–12 yearsMonday
6pm – 7pmFirhill Sports Complex£9.50 per session
4–7 yearsThursday
5pm – 6pmFirhill Sports Complex£9.50 per session
Ready to join Glasgow?
Try your first session completely free.
Upcoming Holiday Camp
Firhill Complex Summer Sessions Jul/Aug 2025 · Thu, 31 Jul 2025 – Thu, 31 Jul 2025
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 Glasgow Academy
Glasgow's leading football academy.
Our academy is dedicated to providing the highest quality football training for children aged 4–12 in Glasgow 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 Glasgow academy welcomes families from Glasgow, Glasgow West End, Bearsden, Milngavie, Clydebank, Maryhill 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
Glasgow · 158+ players training
What's on in Glasgow.
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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.
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Holiday camps
Full days of football through the school holidays.
Closest academy running itNorth Down & Ards Academy · 102 miles away
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 itAberdeen Academy · 121 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 · 285 miles away
Competitive pathway
Ready for the next step?
Glasgow 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 Glasgow 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.
Cleveden Secondary School
Indoors
Sports hall
Cleveden Secondary School, Cleveden Road, Glasgow, UK
G12 0JW
Parking
Free on-site car park.
Areas we cover
Local football training pages for every area we serve.
Meet Your Coaches
EXPERT COACHING IN GLASGOW.
Our qualified coaches are passionate about developing every child's potential.
Head Coach
Finn
Head Coach
Coach
Head Coach
Aiden
Head Coach
Coach
Head Coach
Blair
Head Coach
Coach
Parent Host
Jen
Parent Host
Assistant Coach
Callum
Assistant Coach
Head Coach
Alasdair
Head Coach
Head Coach
Joseph
Head Coach
Assistant Coach
Jack
Assistant Coach
Assistant Coach
Jamie
Assistant Coach
Assistant Coach
Thomas
Assistant Coach
FAQs
Questions about Glasgow?
Find answers to common questions about training at Glasgow Academy. Can't find what you're looking for? Get in touch with our team.
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Get in touch with Glasgow.
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Ready to start in Glasgow?
Join 158+ players already training at Glasgow Academy. Your child's journey starts with a free session.
Firhill Sports Complex · G20 7HUCleveden Secondary School · G12 0JWNetherton Community Centre