Elite Goalkeeping Academy

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Tailored goalkeeping training for young players aged 5 to 18, designed to enhance their shot-stopping and ball-handling skills. From fun, casual sessions to competitive development, our programme caters to all levels of ambition.

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About Our Goalkeeping Programme

A Vital Component of Our Training Pathway, Expertly Designed to Elevate Every Goalkeeping Skill.

Our goalkeeping programme focuses on advanced positional specialisation through intensive technical drills. Players master essential techniques such as hand positioning, footwork, and body alignment. Additionally, in line with our “build-up play approach,” we emphasise the role of the modern goalkeeper in supporting the team’s play-from-the-back strategy while maintaining defensive coverage.

ball handling
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YOU WILL DEVELOP

Ball Control

Master passing and ball handling to support play-from-the-back moves.

Shot Stopping

Sharpen reflexes and reactions to block powerful goal attempts.

 

Diving Skills

learning how to dive: goalkeeping training sessions

Learn diving techniques to cover ground and make crucial saves.

Safe Handling

learning how to catch

Improve catching to confidently secure high balls and fast shots.

Precise Distribution

handling the ball

Develop throwing and kicking to start quick counter-attacks.

 

Quick Footwork

Goalkeeping Session: players doing footwork

Enhance agility and movement to swiftly cover the goal area.

TRAINING SCHEDULE

Your schedule, your rules! Train at Paddington Rec or Archbishop’s Park. Let’s make every session count towards your football dreams!

09 - 10.30 am

Sundays
by: European FA

European Football Academy weekend training ground

Paddington Recreation

Established in 1888, Paddington Recreation Ground is a historic 27-acre park in Maida Vale, central London. It offers various sports facilities, including a 400-meter athletics track, artificial turf pitches, and cricket nets.

10.30 - 12 PM

Sundays
by: European FA

Archbishop's Park

ARCHBISHOP'S PARK

Archbishop's Park, once part of the historic Lambeth Palace grounds, is now a vibrant public space offering a variety of sports facilities, including astro turf football grounds

Parent Testimonials

Real Stories, Real Progress

  • "My son’s goalkeeping have skyrocketed – he’s more confident than ever!" Emma W
  • "Such a great environment – my boy can’t wait to get back!" David M
  • "Fantastic coaching from Manny! My son’s reflexes and positioning have transformed." Lucy K
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Everything you need to know about our Goalkeeping Programme

Our Goalkeeping Programme is open to boys and girls aged 7 to 18, whether beginners or advanced players, aiming to enhance their goalkeeping skills.

No previous experience is needed. Our goalkeeper training sessions are designed for all abilities, from newcomers to those looking to play at a competitive level.

Our goalkeeping training sessions take place on Sunday mornings at Paddington Recreation Ground Centre or Archbishop’s Park. Both venues offer top-quality pitches and facilities.

Our programme covers all essential goalkeeper skills, including shot-stopping, positioning, distribution, reflexes, and footwork. We also focus on game awareness and communication to develop complete goalkeepers.

Yes! We offer a taster week, allowing your child to experience our goalkeeper training before deciding to join the full programme. This trial helps ensure it’s the right fit for them.

If you decide to join the programme after the taster week, a £109.99 joining fee is applicable. This fee is exclusively used to process the full academy training kit, which includes the entire training kit (top, shorts, and socks), full tracksuit, jumper, and backpack.

 

 

Sessions are tailored to each age group and skill level, blending technical goalkeeper drills with game scenarios. Our experienced coaches provide personalised feedback to ensure continuous improvement.

 

 

 

Your child should wear suitable goalkeeping kit, including goalkeeper gloves, pads (optional), and football boots appropriate for the pitch. Don’t forget a water bottle to stay hydrated!

Yes, parents are welcome to watch from designated areas. We encourage a supportive environment, so feel free to cheer on your young goalkeeper!

 

 

 

Our coaches are FA-qualified with vast experience in youth goalkeeping development. They’re dedicated to helping young goalkeepers reach their full potential.

You can book a taster week for just £12.50, allowing your child to experience our sessions over seven days. If you decide to join, there’s a £109.99 joining fee. This includes a complete training kit, tracksuit, jumper, and backpack – all mandatory for training. Additionally, the running costs of the programme start from £65/month but, depending on your development level (potential scholarship) or financial assistance, this can be considerably reduced

Yes, as an Ofsted Registered Club, we’re committed to supporting families in need. You may be eligible for childcare support through HMRC. If this isn’t an option, the academy offers financial assistance (up to 50% discount on academy fees), subject to review. This requires official documentation of your current circumstances.

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