Our Development Philosophy
At GB Elite Football Academy, our focus is on building strong technical foundations, confidence, and character in every young player.
Our training programme is designed to help players develop their skills in a structured, enjoyable, and professional environment guided by experienced FA-qualified coaches.
We believe in long-term player development — prioritising technique, decision-making, teamwork, and self-belief before introducing competitive matches.
Every session is built to challenge players appropriately for their age and stage, helping them grow both on and off the pitch.
Development Phase (Training-Only Launch)
During our initial launch phase, GB Elite Football Academy will focus purely on training and player development — with no matches yet.
This allows players to build confidence, improve technique, and understand the game before being introduced to competition.
Boys’ Age Groups
- U7s (6–7 yrs)
- U8/U9s (8–9 yrs)
- U10/U11s (10–11 yrs)
- U12/U13s (12–13 yrs)
Each age group trains once per week in 60-minute sessions that focus on:
- Ball control and first touch
- Passing and receiving
- Movement and spatial awareness
- Confidence on and off the ball
- Teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship
Friendly matches will be introduced later once players reach the required development level and each age group is fully established.
Training Schedule
scheduleGB Elite Football Academy provides one high-quality training session per week for each age group on Saturday from 4pm-6pm at Hampton Sports & Fitness Centre.
| Age Group | Training Day | Time | |
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| U7 | Saturday | 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm | |
| U8–U9 | Saturday | 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm | |
| U10–U11 | Saturday | 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm | |
| U12–U13 | Saturday | 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm | |
Player Development Goals
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Technique – mastering the ball with confidence and control.
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Tactical Awareness – understanding positioning and decision-making.
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Physical Development – improving balance, coordination, and agility.
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Character Growth – building discipline, teamwork, and respect.
Our aim is to produce well-rounded players who are confident, respectful, and passionate about the game.
Girls’ Teams – Coming Soon
We are proud to announce that GB Elite Football Academy will soon be introducing girls’ training groups and teams.
These will follow the same high standards of coaching, safety, and player care as our boys’ programme — providing equal opportunities for all young players to learn and develop in a positive football environment.
💙 Stay tuned — Girls’ Team registration details will be announced soon!