London · Serving Blackheath, Deptford, Brockley & more

FOOTBALL TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT IN LEWISHAM.

From first kicks to competitive teams – expert coaching for ages 3–13. First session free.

210+local players weekly13weekly sessions4.8· Rated EXCELLENT on Trustpilot

Join a network that has trained 100,000+ players.

210+ local kids are already training in Lewisham this week.

100k+

Players trained since 2010

210+

Players currently training at Lewisham

Venues across Lewisham

Qualified coaches

Weekly training

Training times in Lewisham

13 sessions across 4 venues. From £10.86 per session. Your first session is free.

Child's age

Day

4–7 yearsWednesday

5:45pm – 6:45pmConisborough CollegeIndoor & outdoor£10.86 per session

8–13 yearsWednesday

6:45pm – 7:45pmConisborough CollegeIndoor & outdoor£10.86 per session

3–7 yearsThursday

5:30pm – 6:30pmSedgehill AcademyOutdoors£10.86 per session

8–13 yearsThursday

6:30pm – 7:30pmSedgehill AcademyOutdoors£10.86 per session

4–7 yearsFriday

6pm – 7pmThe Jubilee GroundsOutdoors£10.86 per session

8–13 yearsFriday

6pm – 7pmThe Jubilee GroundsOutdoors£10.86 per session

3–5 yearsSaturday

9am – 10amConisborough CollegeIndoor & outdoor£10.86 per session

3–7 yearsSaturday

9am – 10amBellingham Leisure CentreOutdoors£10.86 per session

6–8 yearsSaturday

10am – 11amConisborough CollegeIndoor & outdoor£10.86 per session

8–13 yearsSaturday

10am – 11amBellingham Leisure CentreOutdoors£10.86 per session

9–13 yearsSaturday

11am – 12pmConisborough CollegeIndoor & outdoor£10.86 per session

7–13 yearsSaturdayGirls only

11am – 12pmConisborough CollegeIndoor & outdoor£10.86 per session

4–7 yearsSaturday

12pm – 1pmConisborough CollegeIndoor & outdoor£10.86 per session

Ready to join Lewisham?

Try your first session completely free.

Competitive teams

Weekend match experience with a WMF FC club — squads & tryouts

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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

4.8 out of 5 on Trustpilot · Rated EXCELLENT · 910+ reviews

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 Lewisham Academy

Football coaching in Lewisham.

Our academy is dedicated to providing the highest quality football training for children aged 3–13 in Lewisham 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 Lewisham academy welcomes families from Lewisham, Blackheath, Deptford, Brockley, Ladywell 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

Lewisham · 210+ players training

What's on in Lewisham.

Open a category to see what's running. Anything we don't run here yet, we'll point you to the closest academy that does.

Training

1 programme · running here

Running here

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.

Looking for one-on-one training? We can help

Looking for girls-only sessions? See girls sessions & times

Competitive pathway

Ready for the next step?

Lewisham 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 team

Have fun. Go pro.

From a local WMF academy to Bayern Munich.

Michael Olise started with us aged 6. He's one of 350+ players we've helped sign contracts for professional club academies – and Lewisham 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

4 Training Venues

WHERE THE MAGIC HAPPENS.

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Bellingham Leisure Centre

OutdoorsGrass

Bellingham Leisure & Lifestyle Centre, Randlesdown Road, London, UK, SE6 3BT
Free on-site car park.

What runs here

Weekly Training: Sat, 9–11am; See schedule
Holiday Camps: Book a camp
Teams

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Areas we cover

Local training pages nearby.

Meet Your Coaches

EXPERT COACHING IN LEWISHAM.

Our qualified coaches are passionate about developing every child's potential.

Academy Manager

Vinesh

Academy Manager

Elliott

Academy Manager

Lead Coach

Justin

Lead Coach

Finn

Lead Coach

Assistant Coach

Charlie

Assistant Coach

Oliver

Assistant Coach

Samuel

Assistant Coach

Timarie

Assistant Coach

FAQs

Questions about Lewisham?

Find answers to common questions about training at Lewisham Academy. Can't find what you're looking for? Get in touch with our team.

A WMF coach helping a young player at Lewisham

We coach children aged 3–13 at Lewisham Academy, grouped into age bands so every session is pitched at the right level. Players ready for more can progress to our competitive teams.

Weekly training at Lewisham is from £10.86 per session, billed in flexible blocks of 8 – less than most one-off kids' activities, for expert qualified coaching every week. Your first session is completely free with no obligation, so you can see the quality before you commit.

Pick a session that suits your child's age from the training times above and tap "Try free" – it takes under two minutes. We'll confirm your spot by email the same day.

Comfortable sports clothing, shin pads and trainers or astro boots. Bring a water bottle – we provide everything else, including footballs and bibs.

We train at 4 venues across Lewisham. See the venues section above for maps, parking and facilities.

Get in touch with Lewisham.

Have questions? Our friendly team is here to help.

Call us07400 363781 Email uslewisham@wemakefootballers.com Find us4 training venues — see the map

Prefer a form? Send us a message online.

Ready to start in Lewisham?

Join 210+ players already training at Lewisham Academy. Your child's journey starts with a free session.

Bellingham Leisure Centre · SE6 3BTThe Jubilee Grounds · SE6 3BBSedgehill Academy · SE6 3QNConisborough College

FOOTBALL TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT IN LEWISHAM.

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Training times in Lewisham