LONDON FOOTBALL ACADEMY · BOYS & GIRLS AGED 4–18
MORE THAN FOOTBALL.
A PATHWAY FOR LIFE.
UEFA-qualified football coaching across North and South London—building skill, confidence, character and a clear pathway forward.
✓ One-week trial · Age- and level-matched groups · North & South London
350+
young players
AGES 4–18
boys and girls
NORTH + SOUTH
London training hubs
UEFA-QUALIFIED
coaching team
SINCE 2015
developing young players
FIND THE RIGHT FIT
YOUR CHILD’S NEXT SESSION, MADE SIMPLE
Start with age, area and current playing level. Our timetable shows the most relevant London sessions, while the trial booking lets our team confirm the best group before your child arrives.
01
AGE
Use your child’s date of birth to identify their correct 2026/27 age group.
02
AREA
Choose a convenient North or South London training hub.
LEVEL
MATCH
Tell us their experience so we can recommend an appropriate challenge.
2026/27 Academy session finder
Find the right football session for your child
Get the correct 2026/27 age group first, then compare the most relevant EFA sessions by area, day and venue.
- Exact U5–U18 age group
- North and South London
- Boys and girls welcome
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ONE ACADEMY · A ROUTE FOR EVERY PLAYER
CHOOSE THE RIGHT PROGRAMME. BUILD THE RIGHT FUTURE.
From first touches to focused development, EFA provides age-appropriate coaching and a clear route forward for boys and girls across London.
AGES 4–7
LITTLE LIONS FOOTBALL
A fun, structured introduction that builds coordination, confidence, teamwork and a love of the game.
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AGES 7–18
ACADEMY TRAINING
Progressive weekly coaching for players who want to improve technique, decision-making and game understanding.
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NORTH + SOUTH LONDON
GIRLS’ FOOTBALL
A positive development environment where girls can learn, compete and grow in confidence.
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AGES 5–18
GOALKEEPER TRAINING
Specialist technical coaching for goalkeepers at every stage, from foundations to advanced performance.
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SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
LONDON FOOTBALL CAMPS
High-energy holiday coaching that combines development, challenges, games and memorable experiences.
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ONE-TO-ONE + SMALL GROUPS
PRIVATE TRAINING
Focused coaching built around individual goals, technical detail and an accelerated development plan.
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4
clear stages
A CLEAR DEVELOPMENT JOURNEY
EVERY PLAYER HAS A NEXT STEP
Every player develops differently. EFA provides age-appropriate coaching, suitable challenges and clear next steps without rushing development or making unrealistic promises.
01
PLAY
Enjoy football, develop coordination and build confidence in a positive environment.
02
DEVELOP
Improve technique, decision-making and game understanding through progressive coaching.
03
COMPETE
Apply learning in suitable fixtures, leagues, tournaments and academy competitions.
04
PROGRESS
Access greater challenges, specialist support and higher-level opportunities when ready.
TRAIN NEAR YOU
FOOTBALL TRAINING ACROSS NORTH AND SOUTH LONDON
Established venues in Maida Vale, Camden Town, Brent Cross, Waterloo and Kennington. Days and times vary by squad, so check the live schedule before booking.
NORTH LONDON
MAIDA VALE
Paddington Recreation Ground
W9 1PD
NORTH LONDON
CAMDEN TOWN
Castlehaven Community Centre
NW1 8RU
NORTH LONDON
BRENT CROSS
Clarion School
NW2 1TR
SOUTH LONDON
WATERLOO
Archbishop’s Park
SE1 7LE
SOUTH LONDON
KENNINGTON
Kennington Park
SE11 4BE
PARENTS’ QUESTIONS
BEFORE YOUR CHILD STARTS
The essentials families usually want to know before choosing an academy session.
WHAT AGES DOES EFA COACH?
EFA provides football programmes for boys and girls aged 4–18. Available groups depend on programme, location and the current season.
WHERE DO SESSIONS TAKE PLACE?
Training is delivered at established North and South London venues, including Maida Vale, Camden Town, Brent Cross, Waterloo and Kennington.
HOW DO WE FIND THE RIGHT GROUP?
Check the timetable by age and location, then include your child’s current experience in the trial form. The EFA team will help confirm a suitable group.
CAN MY CHILD TRY EFA BEFORE JOINING?
Yes. Families can book a one-week academy trial where places are available, giving the player and coaches time to assess the fit.
THE NEXT STEP STARTS HERE
LET THEM EXPERIENCE EFA FOR A WEEK
Meet the coaches, experience the environment and see whether European Football Academy is the right fit for your child.
Boys and girls aged 4–18 · North and South London · Subject to availability
COACHING PARENTS CAN TRUST
SERIOUS DEVELOPMENT. POSITIVE ENVIRONMENT.
Families choose EFA for purposeful coaching, clear communication and a development-first culture that helps young players improve without losing their enjoyment of football.
✓ UEFA-qualified, experienced coaches
✓ Age-appropriate groups and suitable challenge
✓ Technical, tactical and personal development
✓ Clear feedback and a route forward
