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Harpenden skills sessions

Our Harpenden class has been moved to St Albans Girls School, Just off the Harpenden Road on Fridays from 6pm. School Year 1-3

Teams and skill only sessions by highly qualified coaches.

Weekly sessions

6 pm every Monday

Fun skills session for 9- to 12-year-olds

Professional coaches

Each member of ourcoaching team is FA-accredited, DBS and CRB checked, and first aid trained

Great value

All training only £6 per session

Fun skills training

Kids learn best, and develop a real love of football, if their classes are 100% fun

About Harpenden football training

From the essential basics to full game situations, your youngster will develop the skills that are key to playing fun, attacking football.

Age-specific activities run by FA-accredited coaches ensure that your child is receiving the best possible football coaching.

Most importantly, they’ll be having fun, making new friends and keeping fit in a safe, positive environment.

Frequently asked questions

How old does my child need to be to join?

Our Harpenden skills sessions are for ages 9 to 12. We have other classes for different ages, though – contact David Williams on 07905 557535 for further info.

Does my child need to have played football before?

No – we welcome children of all abilities and experience.

Where does training take place?

At the playing fields on Orchard Avenue, Harpenden, AL5 2DP, with free parking at the fields and in surrounding streets.

Can girls and boys both join?

Yes – girls and boys are equally welcome.

What is the cost?

Our Harpenden Football Club is £6 per week, payable by direct debit. Every child is very welcome to come and meet us and the other players first in a free taster session – simply add your details to the form above, and we’ll get in touch to arrange a date with you.

Will my child receive a team kit?

Once your child has decided that they want to stay with Premier Skills Academy, you can buy kit from our coaches – see more details on our Kit page.

My child has special requirements–can you support this?

We will do our very best! Call head coach David Williams on 07905 557535 to talk about your child’s requirements

Harpenden 121 football coaching

Football is a team sport, but players will see the biggest improvement to their game with high-quality one-to-one coaching.

We provide 121 coaching for any age and ability – from helping beginners to gain confidence, to enabling talented players to hone their skills to get them to the next level.

Premier Skills Academy also provides 121 coaching as an excellent alternative to the gym. Adults can enjoy getting fit through a series of challenging football-based personal training sessions.

More info on 121 coaching

“Ever since working with Dave Williams and his team, my lads have improved much more quickly. Thanks Premier!”

Premier Skills Academy 121 coaching is:

Led by FA Youth Award Level 3 head coach David Williams
Tailored to match your individual needs
Designed to cover all aspects of play, from basic to advanced football skills
High tempo and educational, improving the skills that matter in the real game
Perfect for anyone who wants to take their game to the next level or simply gain a boost in confidence

Harpenden 121 football coaching – locations

121 coaching can take place at any of our normal training areas across Hertfordshire and Essex, and we can just as easily come to a location that suits you.

We have portable floodlights to light up whole field areas, so it’s no problem if you want evening sessions during the winter.