TRAIN LIKE YOU MEAN IT.
For standout players showing exceptional ability. Invite only — because this level is earned, not given. 90-minute sessions that mirror professional academy training, led by qualified coaches with professional backgrounds.
"My son was invited into the Advanced group after six months of training. The difference in intensity, coaching detail and expectation is incredible. He's been scouted twice since joining and his confidence has gone through the roof. The coaches genuinely care about getting the best out of every player."
David M.
Parent of Advanced player, aged 11
ELITEMENTALITY.
This is where talent meets intensity. Advanced sessions are designed for players who want more — more challenge, more detail, more competition. We train the way professional academies train.
Technical precision
Advanced ball mastery, first touch under pressure, and the ability to execute skills at speed. We train the details that separate good from elite.
Physical conditioning
Speed, agility, endurance and strength — built into every session. Players develop the athleticism needed to compete at the highest level.
Tactical awareness
Reading the game, making decisions under pressure, understanding formations and creating space. We develop football intelligence, not just football skills.
Attacking & defending principles
From pressing and counter-attacking to defensive shape and transitions — players learn the principles used by professional academies across the country.
BUILT FORTHE BEST.
Advanced isn't just harder training — it's a fundamentally different coaching experience. Weekly Core Training continues to build the technical skills needed to progress, while our WMF FC teams provide advanced team training and competitive matches for players ready to compete.
Technical mastery under pressure
Advanced players need more than clean technique — they need to execute under pressure. Every drill replicates match scenarios: tight spaces, time constraints and physical challenges that force players to perform when it matters most.
Tactical intelligence & game reading
We train players to think two moves ahead. From understanding positional rotations and pressing triggers to recognising when to play direct or retain possession — this is coaching for the football brain, not just the feet.
Physical development & athleticism
Speed, agility, endurance and explosive power are built into every session. Our coaches integrate athletic development naturally, ensuring players develop the physical tools to compete at the highest level without compromising enjoyment.
Mentality & competitive edge
The difference between good and elite is often mental. We build resilience, leadership and a winning mindset — teaching players how to handle setbacks, manage pressure and maintain focus when the stakes are high.
EARN YOUR PLACEAT THE TOP.
Advanced is invitation only — and that's by design. Our coaching team identifies players who consistently demonstrate exceptional ability, commitment and the right attitude in their regular sessions. You can't sign up directly. It's earned.
This means every player in the group is operating at a similar high standard. Sessions are faster, more competitive and more detailed than anything else we offer. Players push each other to improve in an environment that mirrors professional academy training.
Advanced players continue to develop through Weekly Core Training, which builds the technical foundation needed to keep progressing. When they're ready, they can join one of our WMF FC teams — unlocking access to advanced team training sessions and competitive matches in external leagues. It's the complete pathway: individual skill development through Weekly Core Training, combined with the tactical and competitive experience of team football.
FROM OUR SESSIONS TO THE PRO GAME.
Over 350 players who trained with us have gone on to sign with professional academies. The Advanced programme is where many of these journeys began.
Michael Olise
Bayern Munich
Luke Plange
Grasshopper Club Zürich
Alfie Gilchrist
West Bromwich Albion
Ashanti Akpan
Newcastle United
Rayan Kolli
QPR
Matthew Dennis
Burton Albion
THE HIGHEST LEVELOF GRASSROOTS COACHING.
The Advanced programme at We Make Footballers represents the pinnacle of our coaching pathway. Reserved for players who have demonstrated exceptional technical ability, tactical understanding and the mental resilience required to train at an elite level, this is where the most committed young footballers are pushed to reach their full potential.
90-Minute Sessions
Significantly longer than standard training — allowing coaches to deliver in-depth technical work, complex tactical scenarios and competitive match play.
Pro Academy Principles
Players work on pressing, transitions, positional play, combination play and match analysis — principles found in professional academy environments.
350+ Pro Signings
Our qualified coaches have helped over 350 players sign with professional academies including Chelsea, Arsenal, Crystal Palace, QPR and Fulham.
The Complete Pathway
Weekly Core Training sharpens individual skills, while WMF FC teams provide dedicated team training and competitive matches in external leagues.
Whether your child has ambitions of playing professionally or simply wants to train at the highest possible standard, the Advanced programme — supported by Weekly Core Training and our competitive teams — provides the complete pathway to make it happen.
WHERE TO GO FROM HERE.
Ready to take the next step? These programmes are the perfect fit for players at this level.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.
READY TO PROVE YOURSELF?
Start with a free session. If you've got what it takes, our coaches will know.