Step 1
Warm-up
Ball contact, movement, activation and simple confidence touches.
U9 Football Academy
U9 Football Academy In Ashford
The U9 programme supports young players as they become more confident, more skilful, and more aware in 5v5 football.
5v5 75 min
Future Fit 5v5
Technical focus
- Ball mastery at greater speed
- Receiving before turning
- 1v1 attacking and defending
- Passing with purpose
- Support angles
- Protecting the ball
- Simple transitions
- Confidence in tight spaces
U9 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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