Our KS1 football classes are designed for children aged 5-7 and are split into beginner and advanced groups so every child can learn at the right level.
Check out more about our KS1 5-7 Beginners sessions by watching this video
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At this age, children begin to develop more confidence on the ball, better coordination and a basic understanding of the game. Our sessions help children build strong football foundations through fun engaging coaching.
We offer:
- Beginner sessions for children new to football or still building confidence
- Advanced sessions for children who already play regularly or need more challenge
- Weekly football classes in Leeds and Sheffield
- A structured curriculum with monthly themes and player metrics
Which KS1 Session Is Right for My Child?
KS1 Beginner
Our beginner sessions are ideal for children who are new to football or still building confidence.
These sessions focus on:
- Lots of touches on the ball
- Dribbling and ball mastery
- Building confidence
- Learning the difference between attacking and defending
The KS1 beginner curriculum has a high focus on ball mastery, dribbling and confidence on the ball. It is also where children begin to understand attack versus defence.
KS1 Advanced
Our advanced sessions are for children who already play regularly, learn quickly or are ready for more challenge.
These sessions focus on:
- Applying skills under pressure
- More advanced dribbling and passing
- Decision making
- Greater understanding of the game
The KS1 advanced curriculum focuses on skill application and helping players move from learning skills to using them in game situations.
What Skills Will My Child Develop?
Building Confidence on the Ball
Our KS1 beginner sessions are designed to help children become comfortable and confident with the football.
Children work on:
- Ball mastery
- Dribbling
- Passing basics
- Receiving basics
- Shooting
- 1v1 attacking
- Basic game awareness
Children in our beginner groups learn how to take small touches, dribble with control, pass with the inside of the foot and move into space
Ball Mastery
Dribbling
- Small touches
- Inside and outside touches
- Sole control
- Changing direction
- Dribbling with control
- Dribbling with speed
- Moving into space
- Beating a defender
Passing & Receiving
Shooting & Confidence
- Inside of the foot passing
- Short passes
- Stopping the ball
- Receiving with the inside of the foot
- Shooting on target
- Finishing quickly
- Protecting the ball
- Beginning to understand simple attacking and defending
Developing More Skilled and Confident Players
Our KS1 advanced sessions are designed for players who are ready to take the next step.
Children work on:
- Advanced dribbling
- Passing combinations
- Receiving under pressure
- Finishing
- Defending basics
- Game awareness
These sessions help players become more confident applying their skills in game situations.
Advanced Dribbling
Passing & Combinations
- Feints and changes of direction
- Changes of speed
- Shielding the ball
- Beating defenders
- Pass and move
- 1–2 passes
- Playing through gates
- Supporting teammates
Receiving under pressure
Game awareness
- Receiving side-on
- Receiving on the back foot
- Taking the first touch into space
- Creating space
- Supporting teammates
- Recognising attacking opportunities
Player Metrics
Helping Every Child Progress
Every child in our KS1 sessions is tracked using our THA Player Metrics system.
For KS1 players, we monitor:
- Confidence
- Ball mastery
- Dribbling
- Passing
- Receiving
- Shooting
- Decision making
- Teamwork
- Game understanding
This helps us make sure children are progressing, being challenged and getting the right support for their stage of development.
Why parents choose our KS1 Sessions
- Beginner and advanced groups
- Qualified, DBS checked coaches
- Structured curriculum and player metrics
- Small group sizes
- Focus on confidence and enjoyment
- Sessions in Leeds and Sheffield
Our aim is to help every child enjoy football, improve their skills and build confidence both on and off the pitch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my child need to have played football before?
No. Our KS1 beginner sessions are designed for complete beginners.
How do I know whether my child should join beginner or advanced?
If your child is new to football or still building confidence, beginner is usually the best place to start. If they already play regularly or need more challenge, advanced may be more suitable.
Can my child move groups later?
Yes. If a child progresses quickly, we can move them into the advanced group when they are ready.
What should my child bring?
- Comfortable sports clothing
- Football boots or trainers
- Shin pads
- A drink
Where are the sessions held?
We run KS1 football classes in Leeds and Sheffield
Ready to find the right session?
Whether your child is just starting out or already loves football, we have the right KS1 session for them.