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. Please note that the FA Skills Centres are due to commence mid to late September.
FA Skills Centres
Area: Chester-le-Street & Derwentside
Venue: Louisa Centre, Front Street, Stanley
Day / Time: Mondays 4pm – 6.30pm
Skills Coach: Graeme Carrick
Contact Details: 07943 862276, Graeme.Carrick@TheFA.com
Area: Gateshead
Venue: Chopwell Primary School (pioneer centre)
Day / Time: Tuesdays 4.30pm – 7.30pm
Venue: Gatshead International Stadium
Day / Time: Wednesdays 4.00pm – 7.00pm
Skills Coach: Robbie Pringle
Contacts Details: 07943 862272, Robbie.Pringle@TheFA.com
Area: Sedgefield & The Wear Valley
Venue: Spennymoor Leisure Centre, Spennymoor
Day / Times: Wednesdays 4.30pm - 7.30pm
Skills Coach: Richard Shuffleton
Contact Details: 07943 862273, Richard.Shuffleton@TheFA.com
Area: South Tyneside
Venue: Temple Park Leisure Centre, South Shields
Day / Time: Mondays 4pm – 7pm
Skills Coach: Michael Stonehouse
Contact Details: 07943 862274, Michael.Stonehouse@TheFA.com
Area: Stockton
Venue: Billingham College Campus, Stockton
Day / Time: Tuesdays 4pm - 7pm
Venue: Blakeston School, Stockton
Day / Time: Thursdays 4pm - 7pm
Skills Coach (Team Leader): Stephen Connolly
Contact Details: 07943 862277, Stephen.Connolly@TheFA.com
Area: Sunderland
Venue: Farringdon Sports College
Day / Times: Thursdays 4pm – 7pm
Venue: Barnwell Primary School
Day / Times: Fridays 3.45pm – 6.45pm
Skills Coach: Ian Raine
Contact Details: 07943 862275, Ian.Raine@TheFA.com
The Skills Team look forward to welcoming your child/children.