Our parent & toddler football sessions are the perfect introduction to football for children aged 2-4.
Designed for little ones and their parent or guardian, these sessions focus on movement, balance, confidence and having fun together in a safe and supportive environment. Whether your child is shy, full of energy or kicking a ball for the very first time, our sessions help them build confidence and enjoy being active.
What are the sessions like?
A Fun First Step Into Football
Our parent & toddler football classes are built around fun games and activities that keep children moving, smiling and learning.
Every session is carefully planned to suit younger children and includes:
- Running, jumping and balancing
- Throwing, catching and rolling a ball
- Kicking and dribbling a football
- Listening and following instructions
- Building confidence around other children
- Enjoying spending time with their parent or guardian
Parents stay involved throughout the session to help their child feel comfortable and supported. The curriculum is designed around fun, unstructured activities and a strong focus on fundamental movement skills, stability and object control
What Makes our 2-4 Sessions Different?
Our 2-4 programme is designed very differently from our older age groups.
At this age, children learn best through deliberate play, imagination and exploration rather than drills or long explanations. Sessions are built around:
- High focus on movement & ball discovery
- Fun, unstructured activities
- Parents taking part throughout the session
- Developing confidence, social skills and coordination
We focus on helping children become more comfortable moving, balancing, chasing, throwing, kicking and exploring. These sessions also help children build important life skills such as listening, taking turns and celebrating success.
Skills Your Child will Develop
Movement Foundations
Spatial Awareness
Object control
- Run
- Stop
- Jump
- Hop
- Balance
- Turn
- Move into space
- Avoid obstacles
- React to signals
- Throw
- Catch
- Roll
- Kick
Ball Discovery
Social Development
- Chase the ball
- Stop the ball
- Kick towards a target
- Dribble loosely
- Follow simple instructions
- Take turns
- Celebrate success
- Build confidence to explore
Is this session right for my child?
These sessions are ideal for:
- Boys and girls aged 2–4
- Children trying football for the first time
- Shy children who need help building confidence
- Energetic children who love running and playing
- Parents looking for an activity to do together
No previous football experience is needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do parents stay during the session?
Yes. A parent or guardian takes part alongside their child throughout the session.
Does my child need to have played football before?
No. These sessions are designed for complete beginners.
My child is shy. Will they be okay?
Yes. Many children are nervous at first. Our coaches are calm, encouraging and give children time to settle in.
What if my child struggles to join in?
That is completely normal. Parents stay involved and our coaches adapt the session to help children feel comfortable.
What age can my child start?
Children can join from age 2.
Ready to get started?
Give your child a fun, positive first experience of football and help them build confidence, movement and basic football skills.
