Football
Sessions
5-a-side and small-sided games every Saturday afternoon on the outdoor pitch at Chobham Academy, Stratford. Open to all abilities, from first-timers to regulars. Ages 8–11.
When
Saturdays 3:00–4:30 PM. Term time and school holidays. 20 spaces, booking recommended.
Where
Outdoor 3G pitch at Chobham Academy, Stratford.
Who it's for
Open to all registered members aged 8 to 11. Completely free. Refreshments available at every session. All abilities welcome. No experience required.
Venue
Chobham Academy
Chobham Academy, 40 Cheering Lane, East Village, London, E20 1BD
Programme detail
What is included
Foundation skills
Young people develop dribbling, passing, receiving and shooting, while building an understanding of space, teamwork and decision-making on the pitch.
Advanced skills
We develop young people further with controlling the ball with both feet, simple passing accuracy and basic movement into space.
Skills under pressure
The programme combines skills under match conditions, including dribbling past opponents, choosing when to pass or shoot, and applying simple defending techniques such as tracking a player and intercepting passes.
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What we play at outdoor football
Sharks & Minnows
Dribble across the pitch without losing your ball to the Sharks.
Stuck in the Mud
Get tagged and freeze. A teammate passes through your legs to free you!
Traffic Lights
Green = sprint, Yellow = walk, Red = stop. React fast and keep your head up!
Relay Races
Dribble through cones, pull off a step-over, and race back to tag your teammate.
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Football in pictures
Why it matters
More than just sport
Stay active
Regular physical activity improves mood, sleep, focus and energy. Our sessions make it easy and fun to build that habit.
Build teamwork
Working together, communicating under pressure and supporting teammates. Skills that go way beyond the pitch.
Make friends
Football is one of the best ways to meet people. Our sessions bring together young people from across the area.
Build confidence
Whether it's scoring a goal, making a great pass or just turning up, every win matters and our team celebrates all of them.
Pick a session
Book your spot
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Football
Availability
Ages 8–11.