ACADEMY FOOTBALL COACHING
Our development sessions allow players of all ability levels in a group setting to work on a specific skillset. These sessions keep player numbers to a minimum to ensure active participation. Players of all ability levels and from diverse backgrounds come together to create a vibrant learning environment with high intensity.
Academy Football - CREATING FUTURE PLAYERS
Our team of highly skilled UEFA and FA certified coaches leads engaging weekly sessions at top-tier facilities. They focus on a diverse range of technical skills, including ball mastery, passing and receiving, creating and finishing, with small-sided games. At Virtu Academy, we prioritise not just technical and physical improvement but also social development, ensuring your child has fun in a secure and stimulating environment
AGE 5-11 YEARS OLD: Foundation Phase
In our Foundation Phase, we blend the art of foundational moves with the science of football technique. Here, players embark on a transformative journey, mastering the Virtu Academy essentials: deft ball control, precision passing, seamless receiving, and dynamic goal scoring. Immersed in an inspiring environment, they are motivated to take bold risks, unleash their creativity, and tackle challenges with innovative solutions.
AGE 11-15 YEARS OLD: YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Youth Development Phase will nurture each child’s ability to master and strategically apply the Virtu Academy’s core techniques. Following this foundational voyage, we then ignite the spirit of teamwork, guiding our young players to excel amidst the thrill and intensity of competitive play.
OUR FOOTBALL SYLLABUS Include:
Our football syllabus covers rules, history, and basic strategies of the game. It includes practical sessions to boost fitness, improve dribbling, passing, shooting, and understand team dynamics. We stress sportsmanship, teamwork, and mental resilience through workshops and exercises. The syllabus is tailored for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced. We use mock matches, skill tests, and feedback to track progress and ensure improvement.
Goalkeeping
Effective goalkeeping training focuses on developing essential skills such as shot-stopping, distribution, communication, and command of the penalty area. Through drills and exercises, goalkeepers can hone their reflexes, positioning, and decision-making abilities to become the last line of defence and a key contributor to their team’s success.
Creating & Finishing
Ability to create scoring opportunities through intricate passing and dribbling is essential, but it’s the finishing touch that truly separates the great from the good. Anticipate the play, read the defence, and strike with confidence to find the back of the net. Discipline, technique, and a keen eye for goal will propel you to new heights on the pitch.
Passing & Receiving
Passing and receiving are vital technical elements in today’s game. We’ll explore an array of dynamic methods to expertly pass to teammates and receive the ball from various angles and parts of the foot, all in scenarios that mirror real game situations. Our players will learn to effortlessly break lines, switch play with precision, and seamlessly combine using diverse passing and receiving techniques. By mastering these skills, they’ll enhance their ability to control the tempo, find space, and unlock defences, turning the game in their favour with every touch of the ball.
dribbling & Running with the ball
Mastering the dance between dribbling and running with the ball is key to conquering the field. Our training sessions will illuminate the subtle artistry of these techniques, guiding you on when to deftly dribble past opponents or powerfully surge forward. Discover how to stay a step ahead and dominate with confidence.
Ball Mastery
Passing and receiving are vital technical elements in today’s game. We’ll explore an array of dynamic methods to expertly pass to teammates and receive the ball from various angles and parts of the foot, all in scenarios that mirror real game situations. Our players will learn to effortlessly break lines, switch play with precision, and seamlessly combine using diverse passing and receiving techniques. By mastering these skills, they’ll enhance their ability to control the tempo, find space, and unlock defences, turning the game in their favour with every touch of the ball.
Defending
Mastering the dance between dribbling and running with the ball is key to conquering the field. Our training sessions will illuminate the subtle artistry of these techniques, guiding you on when to deftly dribble past opponents or powerfully surge forward. Discover how to stay a step ahead and dominate with confidence.