U11 Football Academy

U11 Football Academy In Ashford

The U11 programme prepares players for more advanced decision-making, stronger technical habits, and greater independence in 7v7 football.

7v7 90 min

Future Fit 7v7

Technical focus

  • Playing with awareness
  • Receiving under pressure
  • Passing choices and tempo
  • Creating and using space
  • 1v1 defending detail
  • Transition reactions
  • Support behind and ahead of the ball
  • Confidence in different game moments

U11 players train through Future Fit 7v7 principles, with development based on technique, decisions, confidence, and age-appropriate game understanding.

Session Structure

A clear rhythm every player can understand.

Sessions move from preparation to technique, into game-realistic practice, then finish with short review points that support confidence and next steps.

Step 1

Warm-up

Ball contact, movement, activation and simple confidence touches.

Step 2

Technical

Age-specific skill detail with repetition, coaching language and realistic pressure.

Step 3

Game

7v7 pictures, small-sided decisions, transitions and positive competitive practice.

Step 4

Review

Short player reflection and parent-facing development pointers where appropriate.

No Heading Curriculum

Heading is clearly excluded.

Heading is not part of the U7-U11 curriculum. Heading in matches is banned for U7-U11 from the 2026/27 season.

This programme suits players who enjoy football, want to improve, and are ready for structured coaching in a positive, safeguarding-led environment.

Pricing CTA

Published fees before families commit.

Development Membership £69/month

Advanced Membership £99-£129/month

Elite Plus Membership £159-£199/month

Safeguarding

Player welfare sits at the centre of delivery.

Safeguarding is visible across every part of the academy. Sessions are planned and supervised with age-appropriate coaching, clear behaviour expectations, parent communication, and player wellbeing at the centre of delivery.

The academy does not promise professional academy placement, trials, club signings, or affiliation with any professional club.

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