About Colins Football Training

Building future stars with passion, expertise, and dedication

Our Story

Colins Football Training was founded in 2012 with a simple mission: to provide world-class football coaching that develops not just skilled players, but confident, well-rounded young people.

What started as a small weekend program has grown into one of the region's most respected youth football academies, serving over 500 young athletes and their families. Our success is built on the foundation of quality coaching, individual attention, and a genuine love for developing young talent.

Today, CFT alumni are playing at various levels of the game, from school teams to professional academies. But more importantly, they're applying the life lessons learned on our pitches in their daily lives.

Building Champions Since 2012

Our Mission

To provide exceptional football coaching that develops technical skills, builds character, and instills a lifelong love for the beautiful game.

Our Values

Respect, dedication, teamwork, and fun. These core values guide everything we do and every decision we make as we develop young athletes.

Our Vision

To be the leading youth football academy, known for developing confident, skilled, and successful individuals both on and off the pitch.

Meet Our Coaching Team

MJ

Mike Johnson

Head Coach & Founder

Former semi-professional player with UEFA B license. 12+ years coaching youth football. Specializes in player development and tactical awareness.

UEFA B Coaching License
FA Youth Development
First Aid Certified
ST

Sarah Thompson

Senior Coach

Former England youth international with FA Level 2 qualification. Expert in child psychology and development. Leads our Little Kickers program.

FA Level 2 Coaching
Child Psychology Degree
Safeguarding Trained
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Tom Roberts

Elite Academy Coach

Former professional player with 8+ years in League 2. UEFA A license holder. Specializes in advanced tactical training and player pathways.

UEFA A Coaching License
Professional Experience
Talent ID Specialist

Our Achievements

500+

Young Athletes Trained

12

Years of Excellence

50+

Academy Scholarships

98%

Parent Satisfaction

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State-of-the-Art Training Facilities

World-Class Facilities

Our training takes place at Springfield Sports Centre, featuring pristine 3G pitches, modern changing facilities, and a comfortable viewing area for parents.

Two full-size 3G artificial pitches
Floodlit training areas for year-round sessions
Modern changing rooms and shower facilities
Covered spectator area with refreshment facilities
Ample free parking for parents

Join the CFT Family

Experience the difference that passionate, professional coaching can make