Elite Player Development & Academy Pathway Coaching
High-performance coaching for ambitious young players aiming to progress beyond grassroots football and into professional academy environments.
25+ years experience | BSc Coaching | UEFA ‘A’ | Premier League academy
Grassroots to Academy Pathway (Brighton & Hove Albion FC) – U8’s
Following six months within the PERFORM Football development programme, Tommy progressed into Brighton & Hove Albion’s elite pathway environment.
As a parent, I had no idea where to turn for high-quality coaching for my son or how to access opportunities that others seemed to be getting. As parents, it’s a minefield with different academies and “elite centres” promising various things at a price.
Chris from PERFORM Football took my 8-year-old son into his development sessions. The progress was incredible. This led to him playing for PERFORM Football against a Premier League elite centre and ultimately being noticed.Chris guided us through the process with excellent feedback and clear progression planning, which has now resulted in my son being selected for the elite centre he once played against.
Chris has delivered on absolutely everything he said he would. His coaching has been first class and he has provided my son with opportunities beyond what we could have expected. It was then down to my son to take them, which he did, but only because of how well prepared he was.
If you’re unsure where to turn as a parent and have a child showing promise in football, I cannot recommend Chris and PERFORM Football highly enough.
Tommy’s Dad – Steve K
PERFORM FOOTBALL – PLAYER DEVELOPMENT PATHWAY
At PERFORM Football, our coaching environment is built around modern academy-level standards of player development, focusing on technical detail, game understanding, and individual improvement. We create a structured environment where players are challenged, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential through high-quality coaching and consistent feedback. Our programme is designed to prepare players for the demands of higher-level football environments by developing confidence, decision-making, and game intelligence in realistic training situations. Every player is coached with attention to detail and given clear development direction to support long-term improvement within a positive and professional environment.
Our Services
Personalised coaching for players who want to develop their skills, technique, and game understanding. Small groups or one-on-one sessions ensure focused attention, helping each player improve faster in areas like:Technical and tactical development Ball mastery and footwork Decision-making and game awareness
Engaging, structured sessions designed to develop skills, teamwork, and game understanding in a fun, supportive environment.
Every player matters — sessions are linear and progressive, with constant feedback, appraisal, and personalised action plans to help each child improve week by week.
Our 90-minute sessions are run every school holiday 9:30am – 11am & 9:30 – 12:30am (Tue -Thur) designed to challenge and inspire players aged 7–12. Each session combines high-intensity, focused coaching with skill development, tactical awareness, and decision-making under pressure.
Players receive personalised feedback, appraisal, and action plans to help them improve week by week, all in a fun and supportive environment that encourages a love for the game.
Our Core Values
At Perform Football, we believe in empowering children through the love of football. Our core values are teamwork, respect, and growth. We create a supportive environment where young players can thrive. With expert coaching and a focus on fun, we help kids build confidence and obtain a higher level in development.