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East-Side Football Academy

Exclusive Football Coaching in East London

(Ages 4-12)

East Side Football Academy provides structured football training for children under 12 at Forest Gate Community School, Forest Lane, London, E7 9BB. Our Under 9s and Under 12s sessions develop technical ability, ball control, decision-making, tactical awareness and confidence through high-intensity coaching, small-sided games and personalised feedback.
SELECT AGE & LEVEL

Find the right class for your child

Both programs run on Saturday evenings at Forest Gate Community School. Choose your player's age division below to secure a spot.

FOUNDATIONAL TO COMPETITIVE Saturdays
CLASS DETAILS

Under 9s Academy

Saturday 7:30pm - 9:00pm
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Day & Time:

Saturdays 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM (90 Mins)

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Venue:

Forest Gate Community School, Forest Lane, London, E7 9BB

● Entrance on Forest Street - USE GOOGLE MAPS

Designed for promising young players ready to step beyond recreational football, this session bridges foundational play and competitive mastery.

Coaches focus on building high-level technical confidence— sharpening 1v1 dominance, close ball control, sharp decision-making, and intelligent spatial awareness.

Through high-tempo drills, small-sided games, and individual feedback, your child will develop the fast-thinking habits needed to excel against top talent.

ADVANCED & HIGH-ABILITY Saturdays
CLASS DETAILS

Under 12s Academy

Saturday 7:30pm - 9:00pm
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Day & Time:

Saturdays 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM (90 Mins)

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Venue:

Forest Gate Community School, Forest Lane, London, E7 9BB

● Entrance on Forest Street - USE GOOGLE MAPS

An intense, advanced training environment tailored for high-ability players preparing for elite youth football.

This 90-minute session pushes players tactically, physically, and mentally. Training targets complex positional play, speed of play under pressure, technical execution at full pace, and tactical intelligence in transition.

Coaches deliver personalised coaching designed to refine weaknesses, maximise strengths, and build game-ready leaders on the pitch.

4.9+ RATED PARENT FEEDBACK
100% FOCUSED ADVANCED DRILLS
90 MINS HIGH-TEMPO SESSIONS
U9 & U12 TAILORED AGE PATHWAYS
EXCELLENCE IN COACHING

Why Families Choose East Side's Academy

We combine elite football development with character building, giving young athletes the guidance they need to succeed both on and off the pitch.

FA & UEFA Qualified Coaches

Our sessions are led by experienced, licensed coaches dedicated to technical precision, tactical understanding, and player motivation.

Enhanced DBS & Safeguarding Certified

Safety is paramount. All staff are fully DBS checked, first-aid certified, and trained in modern youth safeguarding standards.

High-Tempo & Game-Ready Environment

Players undergo high-intensity 90-minute training routines targeting speed of thought, spatial awareness, and resilience in 1v1 situations.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

Every player deserves to feel valued & challenged.

We don't just teach drills—we build confident, intelligent players who understand positioning, decision-making, and teamwork under match-day pressure.

Personalised Position-Specific Coaching
Competitive Matchplay Progression

What Kids Will Experience

Skill Development

Mastering ball control, precision dribbling, passing technique, spatial awareness, and clinical finishing skills.

Fitness & Fun

High-energy drills, agility ladders, reaction games, and match practice designed to keep kids active and smiling.

Confidence Building

Celebrating small wins, encouraging vocal communication, and fostering resilience through positive coaching.

Social Interaction

Team-based games, forging new friendships, learning sportsmanship, and supporting teammates on and off the pitch.

Frequently Asked Questions

We offer specialized sessions for Under 9s (ages 7 to 9) and Under 12s (ages 10 to 12). Both groups train on Saturdays from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM at Forest Gate Community School.
 
The session is hosted at Forest Gate Community School (Forest Lane, London, E7 9BB). Please note that entrance to the sports grounds is located on Forest Street. We recommend searching “Forest Gate Community School Forest Street Entrance” on Google Maps.
Registration is managed through our official ClassForKids platform. You can click the registration button for either Under 9s or Under 12s on this page to view live availability and complete your booking online.
 
Players should wear suitable football kit (or comfortable athletic wear), shin pads (mandatory), suitable astro/3G football boots, and bring a labelled water bottle.
 
Yes! Parents are welcome to watch from designated spectator zones surrounding the pitch area.
 

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Spots are strictly limited to maintain high coach-to-player ratios and deliver personalised development every Saturday.

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