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Pro Coaches Listed on Coachability
Pro Coaches are Coachability's most trusted listed coaches β selected for their exceptional credentials, player development track record and consistently outstanding reviews. The best of the best, independently verified.
Dragan
UEFA A Β· Former Pro Β· London
17 years as a professional footballer. RC Lens London head coach. Hyde Park, Greenwich & Battersea.
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Delight
FA Scout Β· Academy Coach Β· East Sussex
FA qualified & FA Scout with former academy experience. Three venues across Eastbourne & Bexhill.
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Mark
UEFA B Β· Former Aston Villa Academy Β· Worcester
Nearly 30 years coaching experience. Former Aston Villa Academy Coach. Three venues across Worcester.
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Stefanos
UEFA B Β· Bristol Rovers Β· Bristol
Experience at Bristol Rovers, Forest Green & Yate Town. 100+ players coached. Goals Bristol South BS4.
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Georgio
UEFA A Β· West Ham U16 Β· Ilford
Current U16 Coach at West Ham United. 9 years academy experience. Fairlop Oaks, Ilford IG6.
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Martin
UEFA B Β· Wigan Athletic Women Β· Chester
Head Coach of Wigan Athletic Women. 15 years experience. Frodsham WA6 & Westminster Park CH4.
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Giuseppe
UEFA Qualified Β· GK Specialist Β· Wigan
Specialist goalkeeper coach with academy experience. 1-to-1 at Fives Wigan WN5. Friday group sessions Warrington WA2.
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Camryn
SFA Qualified Β· Professional Footballer Β· Glasgow
Professional footballer with Dumbarton FC. 5 years coaching experience in the USA and Scotland. Glasgow Green Football Centre.
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Alex
UEFA C Β· Academy Experience Β· Cambridgeshire
UEFA qualified coach with a BSc in Sports Coaching & 7 years' experience. Youth development and technical training at multiple locations.
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"We organised a couple of 121s with Nick for my 14 year old son to build his confidence and work on some technical aspects. It worked really well and you could see the difference during the session as a result of the 121 attention. Nick is a great guy and really took time to understand what my son needed. We have only stopped due to location. I would definitely recommend."
"My 17 year old son says the coach is fantastic. Although it was quite intense, he was given lots of learning points and ways he could improve his game. From technical abilities, form, and more. He is now looking forward to the next session with Alan, and I want to see how his skills develop as he keeps attending these sessions!"
"Stef has been nothing short of amazing with my boy, he's giving him confidence week on week and you can notice it in his game on a Sunday! My boy has actually said he's his favourite coach (we have five at our club) so it shows just how much he values his time! Always comes home buzzing and can't wait for the next session."
"My son recently had 3 sessions with Coach James. He is full of energy and knowledge. He had my son focused, motivated, happy and having fun. He encouraged him when he was doing well and pointed out how to improve when needed. He has been out in the garden everyday practicing the turns you taught him. Thank you James!"
"My 4 & 6 year old have done 10 sessions with David. Both boys have had fun and improved their skills over this time. Each session was different with a range of activities. They look forward to more sessions in future and I would definitely recommend David to other parents."
"My son had his first 1-to-1 session with Ben and absolutely loved it. The session was well planned, fun and engaging β it was great to see my son in such a positive environment while having fun and learning. I will definitely book more sessions and would highly recommend."
"Coach Dragan is definitely one of the best coaches in London. He is very experienced not just as a coach but also as a player β so he knows exactly how to help players improve. I would highly recommend Coach Dragan."
"Delight is a brilliant coach. Really professional, patient, knowledgeable and makes training fun. Our son can't wait for his sessions each week. His fitness and confidence have greatly improved."
"My son is 3 weeks into a 6-week training block with Giuseppe. He has a calm and relaxed manner and immediately put my son at ease β while working him hard throughout. The improvement is evident."
"I can't recommend Georgio enough. From the first session there was noticeable improvement in my son's skill but also his understanding of the game. He always looks forward to the next session."
"Working with Martin has genuinely elevated my game. His coaching is tailored specifically to me β not just as a player but as a person. I've become sharper, more confident and more consistent."
"Mark is honestly amazing. His delivery was clear and easy to understand. My daughter thoroughly enjoyed the session and can't wait to go for another."
Common Questions
For Every Player
From complete beginners to elite athletes, young children to adult players β independent coaches listed on Coachability work with players at every level across the UK.
Academy
One on one coaching for academy & aspiring players
Premier League methods, honest evaluations and personalised programmes for players with professional ambitions.
Kids & Grassroots
Private Football Coaching for Kids Near Me β beginners to grassroots
Nurturing sessions for beginners and grassroots players from age 4 β tailored to each child's pace and current ability.
Adults
Football Training Sessions for Adults Near Me β 5-a-side to professionals
Private 1-to-1 football coaching sessions for adult players of all ages and abilities across the UK.
Football Fitness
Get fit with a personal football fitness coach
Football-specific conditioning through ball work β improve your technique and fitness simultaneously.
Goalkeepers
Specialist 1-to-1 goalkeeper coaching near me
Shot stopping, positioning, distribution and the mental demands of goalkeeping with a UEFA qualified specialist.
Women & Girls
Women's & girls football coaching β private 1-to-1 sessions
Specialist coaches with professional women's football experience β from beginners through to competitive club players.
1 to 1 Football Coaching Near Me
Independent, verified coaches listed across England, Scotland and Wales. Select your region to browse coaches in your county.
Popular Searches
Independent, verified coaches for 1-to-1 and small group football coaching sessions across the UK's major cities.
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Specialist Goalkeeper Coaching
Goalkeepers rarely receive the specialist individual attention their position demands in standard team training. Independent specialist goalkeeper coaches listed on Coachability provide dedicated one-to-one and small group goalkeeper coaching sessions β covering shot stopping, positioning, distribution, footwork and the psychological demands of the position β across the UK.
The most reviewed specialist goalkeeper coach listed on Coachability. 1-to-1 adult and youth goalkeeper sessions at Fives Wigan (WN5 0UN). Friday evening group goalkeeper sessions at Christchurch Primary School, Warrington (WA2 7EN). Shot stopping, positioning, distribution, footwork and GK-specific mental skills.
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Guides & Resources
In-depth guides written with the coaches listed on Coachability β covering academy preparation, goalkeeper development, finding a coach and more.
Guide
How to Find a Personal Football Coach in the UK
Everything parents and players need to know about finding, vetting and booking a qualified coach.
London Β· Dragan
What a Former Professional Footballer Brings to Private Coaching
How 17 years as a professional footballer translates into elite private coaching in London.
Academy Β· Georgio
What Do Academy Scouts Look For? A West Ham Coach Explains
A West Ham United U16 coach shares the exact attributes scouts prioritise when identifying talent.
Academy Trials Β· Stefanos
Football Academy Trial Preparation in Bristol
How a UEFA B qualified Bristol Rovers-experienced coach prepares players for academy trials.
Goalkeeping Β· Giuseppe
5 Technical Areas Every Young Goalkeeper Must Develop
A specialist goalkeeper coach breaks down the five areas that separate developing GKs from elite ones.
East Sussex Β· Delight
A Parent's Guide to Football Coaching in Eastbourne
Everything parents in East Sussex need to know about finding a qualified, verified football coach.
Women's Football Β· Martin
Women's & Girls Football Coaching in Chester
The Head Coach of Wigan Athletic Women on developing female players through private coaching in Cheshire.
Adults
Football Coaching for Adults β Find a Coach Near You
Private coaching for adult players of all ages β recreational, grassroots, veterans and returning players.
Guide
1-to-1 Coaching vs Team Training β What's the Difference?
Why individual coaching produces faster, more targeted improvement than group training.
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