As Neil Coates, our head coach and former professional footballer, puts it:
"There are some great clubs out there that focus on formal coaching and competition, but at this age, that's not for everyone. At Fast Feet Football, we want to create an environment where all kids will feel welcome, have fun and get some exercise, regardless of their ability."Many remember Neil from his Yeovil Town days, when he scored the winner against Hereford in the FA Cup, putting the near bankrupt Yeovil through to the next round against Arsenal. The Arsenal match drew a record 10,000 crowd to Yeovil's ground, but inevitably hopes for Wembley were dashed when they lost 3-0 to an Ian Wright hat-trick.
Neil has never stopped playing football and is now an FA Level 2 coach whose love of the game is evident every week when he is coaching the kids, who includes his two sons.
Parents are very welcome to participate and you'll often find mums and dads joining-in towards the end of a match! Refreshments are available afterwards, including hot bacon sandwiches and home-made cup-cakes. East Stour Recreation Ground has a great play park, including a zip-line, so you'll often find kids and their families hanging around after practice.
Each session starts with a variety of activities designed to a get the kids moving and learn ball control. In the second half the kids are split in to age groups, each with their own pitch and coach, for a fun match with kids of similar ability.
Fast Feet Football seem to have a winning formula as the club is growing very quickly and has now introduced all day school holiday events, in addition to the regular Saturday morning sessions. You can find out all about what's going on in our News & Events section, and our Calendar. While your at it, why not check out the Photos too!
As Neil puts it:
You can find Fast Feet Football at East Stour Recreation Ground almost every week from 10-11am. Fees are £2 for the first sibling, per session. Sessions are on drop-in basis, with no membership fees or pre-payment required. School holidays sessions are generally 10am-4pm and usually cost £12 per child for the day."I have been overwhelmed at how well things have taken off. We now have sponsors, new goals, FFF kits and most importantly over 30-40 boys and girls who come regularly, have fun, get some exercise and play with their friends. I'm so grateful for the support the community is giving us."
If you need more info, you can call Neil on 07971 95 94 86 or email at fastfeetfootball@gmail.com
We hope you'll join us soon!
