Beginner training plan
Your first lessonGetting Comfortable With the Ball
Dribbling basics, passing intro, fun shooting, simple miniâgame.
Lesson 11+1. Warmâup & Ball Mastery (5â10 min) â faster pace, advanced combos.
2. Skill Drill (10 min) â 1â2 advanced moves chained together.
3. Passing Patterns (10 min) â oneâtouch passing, overlaps, giveâandâgo.
4. SmallâSided Tactics (10â15 min) â 2v2 or 3v2 game with constraints (e.g. must make 3 passes before scoring).
5. Finishing Under Pressure (10 min) â defender closes down quickly after first touch.
6. Scrimmage (10 min) â Encourage creativity and applying new skills.
Lesson 4-10Warmâup (5 min) Dynamic stretches, ball touches.
Ball Mastery (10 min) Toe taps + Vâpulls, dragâpush, insideâoutside cuts.
Skill Move of the Day (10 min) Teach one new move each session (stepâover, scissors, dragâback).
Passing/Receiving on the Move (10 min) Moving gates, giveâandâgo with cones.
SmallâSided Drill (10 min) 1v1, then progress to 2v1 or 2v2.
Finishing Fun Drill (5â10 min) Timed shooting, target shooting, or penalty challenge.
MiniâGame / Scrimmage (10 min) Focus on using the new skill in game play.
Lesson 2-31. Warmâup (5 min) â toe taps, inside/outside rolls, light dribble tag.
2. Dribbling (10 min) â weave through cones, add a âfakeâ move at the end.
3. Passing (10 min) â âgate passingâ (pass through cone gates at varying distances).
4. Receiving (5 min) â trap and control using inside/outside of foot.
5. Shooting (10 min) â focus on laces shot, aiming for corners.
6. Miniâgame (10 min) â 1v1 or âscore in 5 secondsâ challenge.
7. Recap (5 min) â praise improvements, give one easy drill to practice at home.
Youth players
Working with kidsKeep Instructions Short
⢠Kids lose focus quicklyâgive 10â20 second explanations, then let them try.
⢠Demonstrate instead of explaining too much.
Encourage, Donât Criticize
⢠Praise effort: âGreat try! Next time, push the ball a little softer!â
⢠Use positive reinforcementâstickers, highâfives, or point systems.
Lots of Ball Contact
⢠Each child should have their own ball as much as possible.
⢠Avoid long linesâset up multiple stations for dribbling, passing, and shooting.
Short Segments
⢠Change drills every 5â7 minutes.
⢠Rotate between skills and fun games to keep energy high.
Adjust Competition Levels
⢠For very young kids (5â7): focus on fun, coordination, and basic touches.
⢠For 8â12: add simple competition (1v1, point challenges).
⢠Keep teams even to avoid frustration.
Build Confidence First
⢠Let them succeed early (bigger goals, fewer defenders).
⢠Gradually add difficulty once theyâre comfortable.
Working with teenagersâ
1. Increase Challenge & Intensity
⢠Add time limits, smaller spaces, or pressure from defenders to drills.
⢠Example: Instead of slow cone dribbling â add a defender chasing them.
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2. Focus on Real-Game Scenarios
⢠Use 1v1, 2v2, and 3v3 drills that mimic real decisions.
⢠Teach when to dribble vs. pass vs. shoot.
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3. Explain the âWhyâ
⢠Teenagers stay engaged when they understand how a drill applies to a game.
⢠Example: âThis passing pattern is how you break pressure in midfield.â
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4. Encourage Competition
⢠Keep score in drills (who scores more goals, who completes the most passes).
⢠Small challenges build intensity and focus.
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5. Give Them Ownership
⢠Let them set personal goals: weaker foot, faster passing, better first touch.
⢠Ask questions: âWhat could you have done differently?â â Helps develop game IQ.
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6. Balance Fun and Seriousness
⢠Teenagers like competitions, challenges, and scrimmages, but too much lecturing loses them.
⢠Use quick feedback, short demonstrations, and clear objectives.
What you need to bringWater bottle
Soccer cleats
What I can bringSoccer balls /
Cones / Disc /
Pinnies / Bibs
Portable goals
Speed hurdles
Ball pump & needles
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
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If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
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