Some of the work will be undertaken without a ball and some with a ball, both with the overriding aim of developing individual’s game. Professional coaching and advice will be key to the development of the children, however, a new approach to coaching will also be put in place where the children are empowered to make their own decisions and solve problems. Children will be encouraged to experiment and explore their own ideas, with the understanding that making mistakes is part of the learning curve.

FA Skill Centres will be delivered on an evening, during the academic calendar, starting at approx. 4.00/4.30pm. Each Centre is split into three sessions, with children being signposted to a particular time slot dependant upon their age. A maximum of 32 children will be accommodated per hour (96 children per evening) and early indications are that demand is very high. In order to reserve a place for your child/ children booking and payment is essential in advance, with a first come, first serve policy in operation. There will be a nominal charge per session to cover the cost of the facility. This will be paid upfront as part of a block booking (minimum 6 weeks). In order to find out more about the FA Skill Centres in your area and to register your interest/ request a booking form please contact the relevant Skills Coach from the chart below.

FA Skills Centres

Name: Stephen Connolly (Team Leader)
SSP: Stockton
Contact number: 07943 862277
Contact email: Stephen.Connolly@TheFA.com

Skills Centre: North Field School, Marsh House Avenue, Billingham, TS23 3HB
Sessions Available:
Day: Tuesday
Times:
4.00-5.00pm: Open Access Session for 5-8 yrs
5.00-6.00pm: Open Access Session for 8-11 yrs
6.00-7.00pm: Invitation Only Advanced Session for 8-11yrs

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Name: Richard Shuffleton
SSP: Sedgefield and Wear Valley
Contact number: 07943 862273
Contact email: Richard.Shuffleton@TheFA.com  

Skills Centre: Spennymoor Leisure Centre, Spennymoor, DL16 6DB
Sessions Available:
Day: Wednesday
Times:
4.00-5.00pm: Open Access Session for 5-8 yrs
5.00-6.00pm: Invitation Only Session for 7-11 yrs
6.00-7.30pm: Invitation Only Advanced Session for 9-11yrs

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Name: Robbie Pringle
SSP: Whickham / Gateshead
Contact number: 07943 862272
Contact email: Robbie.Pringle@TheFA.com

Skills Centre One: Chopwell Pioneer Centre, Derwent Street, Chopwell, NE17 7HS
Sessions Available:
Day: Tuesday
Times:
4.30-5.30pm: Beginner
5.30-6.30pm: Development
6.30-7.30pm: Advanced

Skills Centre Two: Gateshead International Stadium, Neilson Road, Gateshead, NE10 0EF
Sessions Available:
Day: Wednesday
Times:
3.45-4.30pm: Beginner
4.30-5.30pm Development
5.30-6.30pm: Advanced

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Name: Ian Raine
SSP: Sunderland
Contact number: 07943 862275
Contact email: Ian.Raine@TheFA.com  

Skills Centre One: Houghton Kepier School, Houghton
Sessions Available:
Day: Monday (GIRLS ONLY)
Times:
6.00-7.00pm: Open Access Session for 5-11 yrs

Skills Centre Two: Barnwell Primary School, Penshaw
Sessions Available:
Day: Friday
Times:
3.45-4.45pm: Open Access Session for 5-7 yrs
4.45-5.45pm: Open Access Session for 8-11 yrs
5.45-7.15pm: Invitation Only Advanced Session for 8-11 yrs

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Name: Graeme Carrick
SSP: Durham City
Contact number: 07943 862276
Contact email: Graeme.Carrick@TheFA.com  

Skills Centre: Soccarena, Durham, DH1 1GG
Sessions Available:
Day: Thursday
Times:
4.00-5.00pm: Open Access Session for 5-8 yrs
5.00-6.00pm: Open Access Session for 8-11 yrs

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Name: Jamie Williams
SSP: South Tyneside Borough
Contact number: 07939 553363
Contact email: Jamie.Williams@TheFA.com  

Skills Centre: Whitburn CofE School, Rackly Way, Whitburn, SR6 7EF
Sessions Available:
Day: Monday
Times:
4.30-5.30pm: Open Access Session for 5-8 yrs
5.30-6.30pm: Open Access Session for 8-10 yrs
5.30-6.30pm: Invitation Only Advanced Session for 7-9 yrs
6.30-7.30pm: Invitation Only Advanced Session for 9-11 yrs


The Skills Team look forward to welcoming your child/children.