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1.Introduction
In introducing a programme for the young gifted player one must have a plan, decide how they are going to implement such a plan and more importantly how to maintain the programme and continually improve it. PFC coaches work to a set technical programme as detailed by the Director of Coaching, ensuring that every session is well organised, imaginative and challenging for every player.
“Any child who comes to the PFC Academy will leave a better human being, and a better player,” says Director Russell Burling.
We also remember that football is about having fun! Although striving to win is very important PFC does not adhere to a ‘win at all costs’ philosophy. Attaining a good psychological balance, which results in a drive for continuous improvement will in the long-term provide better results. Our Academy coaches have the experience to look beyond the next session or game when it comes to the development of a young player. The development of basic skills in the early years far outweighs winning in the early years that’s why PFC teaches technique from U6’s to U12’s – the Golden Age of Learning.
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“Once a player has learned a trick or skill, it’s like learning to ride a bike, it sticks with you for life,” Lee Waddington, Coaching Director.
All coaches involved in the PFC Player Development Academy are FA qualified, CRB vetted (enhanced) and have Premier League Academy coaching experience.
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2. Find your nearest Academy Venue
| DAY |
COURSE TYPE |
VENUE & LOCATION |
AGE GROUPS |
TIMES |
Monday
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Academy
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Wilmslow High School
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u5
u7 to u11
u6
u12 to u16 |
5pm - 6pm
5pm - 6pm
6pm - 7pm
6pm - 7pm
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Skills Development
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Wilmslow High School
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u8 to u16
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5pm - 7pm
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Goalkeeping Academy
(with FA Goalkeeping Coach
Neil Gillespie) |
Wilmslow High School |
u8 to u16 |
5pm - 6.30pm |
Tuesday
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Academy
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Parrs Wood High School
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u5 to u8
u9 to u16 |
6pm - 7pm
7pm - 8pm |
Friday
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Academy
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Wilmslow High School
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u5
u7 to u11
u6
u12 to u16 |
5pm - 6pm
5pm - 6pm
6pm - 7pm
6pm - 7pm
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Skills Development
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Wilmslow High School
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u8 to u16 |
5pm - 7pm |
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Academy |
Trafford Academy Timperley Sports Club |
u5 to u8
u9 to u13
u14 to u16 |
6pm - 7pm
7pm - 8pm
6pm - 7pm |
| Saturday |
JustPlay |
Wilmslow High School |
ages 5 to 8 |
9am - 11am |
Note: A
ll coaching sessions are held on astro turf, so no boots allowed - trainers/astro trainers only. Please bring with you a water based/Isotonic drink.
Age Groups: U5's to U8's = Reception to Year 3, U9's to U16's = Year 4 to Year 11
Cost: 1 hour per week - £27.50 per month
2 hours per week - £35.00 per month.
3 hours per week - £45.00 per month.
4 - 6 hours per week - £55.00 per month
If after the first session you decide that the PFC Academy is the right choice for your child then please be advised that we take payment by Standing Order (a month in advance) only. |
3. Joining Procedure
There are various ways to join the PFC Player Development Academy. They are as follows:
- If you have been at a professional club’s academy/centre of excellence but have been released you can come straight into the PFC Player Development Academy for a 4-6 week trial.
Process: complete the on-line booking form or email Lee Waddington at: lee@premierfc.com
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Never been scouted but play a very good level of Junior Football or maybe slipped
through the net completely?
Process: complete the on-line booking form or email Lee Waddington at: lee@premierfc.com
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