Academy Manager
Jimmy
Academy Manager
Head Of Coaching
Kent · Serving Ebbsfleet & more
FOOTBALL TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT IN GRAVESEND.
From first kicks to competitive teams – expert coaching for ages 4–14. First session free.
141+local players weekly4weekly sessions4.8· Rated EXCELLENT on Trustpilot
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141+ local kids are already training in Gravesend this week.
100k+
Players trained since 2008
141+
Players currently training at Gravesend
3
Venues across Gravesend
5
Qualified coaches
Weekly training
Training times in Gravesend
4 sessions across 1 venue. From £8.57 per session. Your first session is free.
Child's age
Day
4–12 yearsFridayGirls only
5pm – 6pmSaint Georges Church of England School£8.57 per session
4–7 yearsSaturday
11am – 12pmSaint Georges Church of England School£10 per session
6–9 yearsSaturday
12pm – 1pmSaint Georges Church of England School£10 per session
Ready to join Gravesend?
Try your first session completely free.
Upcoming Holiday Camp
Girls Only February Camp · Mon, 16 Feb 2026 – Fri, 20 Feb 2026
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 Gravesend Academy
Gravesend's leading football academy.
Our academy is dedicated to providing the highest quality football training for children aged 4–12 in Gravesend 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 Gravesend academy welcomes families from Gravesend, Ebbsfleet 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
Gravesend · 141+ players training
What's on in Gravesend.
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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.
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 itLewisham Academy · 16 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 joinDulwich WMF FC · 19 miles away
Competitive pathway
Ready for the next step?
Gravesend 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 Gravesend 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.
Northfleet School for girls
Northfleet, Gravesend DA11 8AQ, UK
Parking
No parking on-site — drop-off only.
Areas we cover
Local football training pages for every area we serve.
Meet Your Coaches
EXPERT COACHING IN GRAVESEND.
Our qualified coaches are passionate about developing every child's potential.
Assistant Coach
Abbie
Assistant Coach
Coach
Assistant Coach
Liv
Assistant Coach
Coach
Assistant Coach
Evie
Assistant Coach
Coach
Assistant Coach
Mia
Assistant Coach
Assistant Coach
Rhys
Assistant Coach
FAQs
Questions about Gravesend?
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Join 141+ players already training at Gravesend Academy. Your child's journey starts with a free session.
Saint Georges Church of England School · DA11 7LSNorthfleet School for girls Windmill Gardens