Personal coaching designed to build confidence, develop skills and support children who benefit from individual attention.
SMT Academy will soon be offering 1-to-1 Coaching, providing personalised sessions that help children grow in confidence, develop ball mastery and improve their understanding of the game.
These sessions are ideal for children who:
are shy or less confident
need encouragement in a quieter environment
struggle in large groups
want to improve specific skills
respond well to individual attention
or simply love football and want more time to practice
Close control, balance, coordination and confident touches on the ball.
Passing, shooting, tackling, dribbling, positioning, speed and strength conditioning —
Encouragement, positive feedback and steady progression at the child’s pace
Our 1-to-1 sessions are built around short, structured activities that keep children engaged without overwhelming them. Sessions typically include:
Warm-up and movement skills
Ball control routines
Simple, repeatable challenges
Specific confidence-building tasks
A fun end-of-session game or achievement moment
Session plans are adapted for each child.
These sessions suit children who enjoy football but may need:
extra time to understand a skill
support with coordination or confidence
encouragement in a quieter setting
the space to progress at their own pace
We focus on positive encouragement, clear coaching, and small, achievable wins.
Is 1‑to‑1 coaching available now?
Yes. 1‑to‑1 Coaching sessions are now available. Once you complete the interest form, we will contact you with available days, times and locations to book your child’s session.
How long is a session?
Sessions are typically 30 or 60 minutes.
How much does a session cost?
Prices start at £25 per hour if using our dedicated 3g pitches
Where will sessions take place?
Locations will be confirmed based on what is available nearby, but are currently available across the Greater Manchester area.
Is this suitable for beginners or less confident children?
Absolutely. Coaching is tailored to each child’s starting point
Our focus is on supporting young players to either secure a place in a team or improve confidence within a team.
What skills can you work on?
We tailor sessions to your child, but common focus areas include:
Ball mastery
Passing
Shooting
Tackling
Dribbling
Positioning
Speed & agility
Strength conditioning
Confidence building
How do I book a session?
Simply complete the short "Register Interest" form. We will then contact you to arrange a suitable time and location, and confirm pricing and payment details.
Do you have facilities?
Yes we have Training facilities in East Manchester but we can come to you and deliver in a local park/ playing field (depending on weather)