Small Group Sessions

elite small group session

Experience elite training with UEFA-A licensed coach Ryan Docherty. We have designed small group sessions which are age specific limited to 6-10 players, for personalised coaching, advanced drills, and professional insights. Elevate your game with customised training plans focusing on technical skills, tactical understanding, and fitness, all in a supportive and motivating environment.

Learn from Ryan's 20 years experience of Elite youth football development and benefit from advanced drills and strategic insights, the coach helps players refine their ball control, passing, shooting, and defensive techniques. Additionally, Ryan instills essential attributes such as discipline, teamwork, and mental resilience, preparing players to excel both on and off the pitch.Learn game strategies, enhance your ball control, and develop the confidence to excel on the pitch. Don’t miss this chance to take your football skills to the next level!

Program Highlights

Expert Coaching

Led by UEFA A Licence Coach Ryan Docherty who has 20 years experience working with elite players, including internationals.

Personalised Attention

Small group sizes ensure individual feedback and tailored training.

Comprehensive Development

Focus on fitness, technical skills, teamwork, and tactics.

Session Breakdown

Warm-Up 10 min

01.

Dynamic Stretching

Dynamic stretching with a ball to get activation

02.

Light Jogging

Gradual increase in intensity to elevate heart rate.

03.

Activation Drills

Agility ladders and mini hurdles to enhance coordination and readiness. Ball Mastery and 1v1 2 v1 may also be incorporated.

Conditioning Drills 10 Min

01.

Interval Dribbling Sprints

Improve speed and endurance with short, high-intensity sprints followed by rest periods.

02.

Shuttle Runs

Develop agility and acceleration through quick directional changes.

03.

Passing Exercises

Small passing/possession exercises with overloads and transitions.

Technical DrillS 20 Mins

01.

Small sided games

The Dutch methodology for small-sided football games emphasises player development through small Teams and Fields: Fewer players (e.g., 4v4, 5v5) on smaller fields to increase involvement and touches on the ball.
2. **Game-Based Training**: Realistic, match-like scenarios focus on quick decision-making, technical skills, and tactical awareness.
3. **Technique and Creativity**: Encouraging creativity and skill development over winning.
4. **Player-Centric Approach**: Coaching tailored to individual development stages.

This approach aims to create technically skilled, intelligent, and adaptable footballers.

02.

Passing and Receiving

Enhance accuracy and speed with one-touch passing exercises; Game-Based Training: Realistic, match-like scenarios focus on quick decision-making, technical skills, and tactical awareness. Technique and Creativity; Encouraging creativity and skill development over winning.

03.

Shooting Practice

Increase goal-scoring ability with varied shooting drills from different angles and distances.

Tactical Drills 25 Min

01.

Small-Sided Games

3v3 or 4v4 games to promote quick decision-making, teamwork, and positional awareness.

02.

Positional Play Drills

Focus on maintaining team shape, effective pressing, and spatial coverage.

03.

Set Piece Practice

Work on both attacking and defending set pieces like corners and free kicks.

Cool Down 15 Mins

01.

Static Stretching

Improve flexibility and aid recovery with stretches targeting major muscle groups.

02.

Light Jogging/Walking

Gradually bring heart rate down.

03.

Team Talk

Recap the session, provide constructive feedback, and set goals for future training.

Key Benefits

Elite-Level Training

Experience professional-grade drills and exercises.

Tactical Acumen

Gain a deeper understanding of game strategies and positional play.

Increased Fitness Levels

Build stamina, strength, and speed essential for peak performance.

Skill Enhancement

Refine dribbling, passing, and shooting techniques.

Team Cohesion

Improve communication and collaboration within the team.

Why Choose Us?

Small Group Sizes

Train under coaches with extensive experience in football coaching and player development.

Qualified Coaches