At Future Football Stars, the main aim is to develop the technical, physical and psychological ability of child in a football orientated environment. Therefore, each training session comprises of elements that stimulate all three of these aspects simultaneously so that not only do our players become masters of the ball but also effective and efficient team players.
Basic structure of a session: 1 hour
Warm up
- In the warm up we aim to gradually increase the heart rate of the players to prepare them for intense physical activity as well as a loosening of the joints and activation of the muscles required for a football game.
Technical & Psychological drill
- In these drills we will introduce a technical element e.g. passing with the added requirement that the player would have to select where the pass goes but also the power and accuracy required to make the pass. In doing so we facilitate a space for learning and gaining mental pictures that will help in a match setting.
Technical & Tactical drill
- Once the psychological element of a player has been activated, we aim to put them in match specific situations whereby what has been learnt on a technical level in the previous drill can be applied by them in a match situation. This involves a lot of group play with different odds e.g. 3 v 3 or 5 v 4 etc. Moreover this provides an ideal setting to enhance communication skills required for a high functioning and cohesive team.
Small Sided Games
- The kids will have the opportunity to incorporate the skills learnt throughout the session in an even numbered small sided game situation which mimics a match scenario. This allows the players to express their capabilities in terms of the overall requirements of a football match as well as the chosen technical requirement of the day. Moreover it allows the coaching personnel to further assess the strengths and weaknesses of an individual and the group.
Cool down & Fun activity
- An activity focused at lowering the heart rate and stretching activated muscles occurs to close off the session. In addition, a fun psychological activity to stimulate the brain which is crucial in a match with a tiring body as well as building a camaraderie in a group setting to ensure of kids are not only well adjusted on the football field but in society as well.
