Step 1
Warm-up
Ball contact, movement, activation and simple confidence touches.
U8 Football Academy
U8 Football Academy In Ashford
The U8 programme helps young players build strong technical foundations, confidence on the ball, and enjoyment in small-sided football.
5v5 60-75 min
Future Fit 5v5
Technical focus
- Ball mastery and close control
- Dribbling with both feet
- Turning away from pressure
- Passing over short distances
- Receiving the ball safely
- 1v1 attacking confidence
- Simple defending habits
- Playing with awareness of teammates
U8 players train through Future Fit 5v5 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 2
Technical
Age-specific skill detail with repetition, coaching language and realistic pressure.
Step 3
Game
5v5 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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