Our Programme

6-Week Football Development Programme

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Our flagship programme combines football coaching with personal development to help young people improve both their football ability and life skills.

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Week 1 – Assessment & Introduction

Introduction to the programme, assessing football ability and understanding individual needs, strengths and goals.

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Week 2 – Technical Development

Developing core football techniques, ball mastery and confidence in possession.

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Week 3 – Game Understanding

Improving tactical awareness, decision-making and applying skills in game-related situations.

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Week 4 – Increased Intensity

Building confidence under pressure through more challenging and competitive activities.

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Week 5 – Individual Development

Identifying personal strengths, areas for improvement and encouraging self-reflection.

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Week 6 – Confidence & Growth

Participants leave the programme with greater confidence, improved football ability, stronger teamwork and communication skills, and a better understanding of their own strengths and future development opportunities.

Youth Engagement Programmes

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Football-based sessions designed to engage young people in positive activities, reduce anti-social behaviour and encourage personal development through sport.

School & Community Programmes

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Partnership programmes delivered within schools, community settings and youth organisations to support participation, wellbeing, confidence and personal growth.

Holiday Football Camps

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Fun, structured football activities during school holidays that promote physical activity, learning and social development in a safe environment.

Who We Work With

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FO Football Academy works in partnership with:

• Local Authorities

• Schools

• Alternative Provision Settings

• Youth Services

• Community Organisations

• Housing Associations

• Community Projects​

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PROGRAMME OUTCOMES

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At FO Football Academy, our programmes are designed to deliver meaningful and measurable outcomes for young people both on and off the pitch.

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Through structured football coaching, mentoring and personal development activities, participants will have the opportunity to:

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• Improve football ability, technical skills and game understanding.

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• Build confidence and self-belief through achievement, encouragement and positive reinforcement.

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• Develop teamwork and communication skills by working collaboratively with others in a supportive environment.

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• Strengthen leadership qualities and personal responsibility both on and off the pitch.

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• Improve resilience and the ability to overcome challenges, setbacks and adversity.

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• Increase engagement in positive physical activity, promoting healthier lifestyles and wellbeing.

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• Develop discipline, respect and accountability through structured coaching and clear expectations.

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• Identify personal strengths and areas for development, encouraging self-awareness and continuous growth.

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• Build positive relationships with peers, coaches and the wider community.

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• Gain a greater sense of purpose, belonging and aspiration for the future.

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By the end of the programme, participants will leave with improved football ability, increased confidence, stronger social skills and a greater understanding of how the values learned through football can be applied to everyday life.