“Early Learning” Football Academy
Build confidence, make friends, and develop real football skills – with classes tailored by age and ability
2026 Autumn Term Football Classes
This autumn, the Academy is beginning a new start with the first Reception Class commencing in Sept. Please book into the TASTER CLASS on Sunday 13th Sept, 10am - 10:40am. Our sessions are designed to be fun, age-appropriate, and skill-building, helping young players develop confidence, coordination, and a love for the game. Whether your child is just starting out or already loves football, there’s a class for them. For class availability, please email us at info@stalbansfootballacademy.co.uk or fill out our inquiry form.
18 Years Experience
With nearly two decades of coaching experience, we bring proven methods, passion, and professionalism to every session, helping kids grow on and off the pitch.
Learn Football Fundamentals
Our classes teach the essential skills of football - passing, dribbling, shooting, and teamwork - in a fun, structured way that builds confidence and a solid technical foundation.
Age-Group Classes
We prepare young players to thrive in club settings by boosting game awareness, teamwork, and resilience, giving them the skills and mindset to succeed competitively.
Build Club Confidence
We offer age-specific classes designed to match each stage of development, ensuring kids aged 4+ stay engaged, challenged, and excited to learn and improve.
Semi-Pro Coaches
The coaching team are enthusiastic, patient and give encouragement to every young player. Classes are coached in age and ability groups. The coaching team attend in-house training and are either FA qualified or taking FA coaching qualifications which include emergency ‘First Aid’ and ‘Safe Guarding Children’. As a football coaching provider we introduce young coaches into the ‘FA Coaching system.
Our Academy Facilities
Football Classes in St Albans, will be held at St Columba’s College, King Harry Lane, AL3 4AW - offering a safe and spacious environment for kids to play and celebrate. The venue features top-quality indoor sports hall during winter and outdoor 3G pitches during the summer. Every child receives a badged // named football kit.
St Albans Football Focus
Our coaching drills are carefully designed to be age-appropriate, allowing each child to learn and progress at their own pace. Players build confidence by learning and repeating key football skills with increasing control and technique. Every session includes exciting 1v1 competitions and small-sided matches, which help develop game awareness, decision-making, and teamwork. These match-like scenarios are part of training for all age groups. For children who show strong interest and commitment, we introduce external matches starting from Year 2, giving them the opportunity to experience real game situations and further develop their skills in a more competitive environment.