MORE THAN A TRAINING SESSION.
Understand exactly what your child is learning, how the programme is structured and what progression can look like over time — while football gives them another reason to stay committed to school.
DEVELOPMENT, NOT JUST ACTIVITY.
A child can be busy for 75 minutes without actually improving. Kickstart is designed around learning objectives, age-appropriate progression and football situations that help players apply what they have practised.
WHERE DOES YOUR CHILD START?
Choose an age to see the recommended development stage. Coaches can adjust grouping based on ability and readiness.
THE CHALLENGE EVOLVES.
Younger groups prioritise movement, confidence and ball familiarity. Older groups progressively add game intelligence, tactical detail, physical preparation and position-specific development.
Explore the full pathway →SEE WHERE THE NEXT FOCUS SHOULD BE.
Plus and Elite are designed to add more formal development tracking. The goal is not to reduce a child to numbers; it is to make coach feedback clearer and more actionable.
Term Development Snapshot
Improve scanning before receiving so the next action becomes faster and more confident.
BEFORE THEIR FIRST SESSION.
Register
Provide accurate player, guardian and emergency-contact information.
Confirm Programme
Know the package, school/training location, fee and weekly schedule.
Prepare Kit
Comfortable football clothing, footwear appropriate for the surface and water.
Share Relevant Needs
Tell Kickstart about medical, physical or support considerations relevant to safe participation.
Arrive Ready
Players should arrive on time and prepared for the full session.
Follow Progress
Use coach feedback and reports to reinforce good habits without adding unnecessary pressure.