Kids Football Classes In Milton Keynes
Looking for a football class for your kid where they will have fun and come away as a skilled football player? At our kids football classes in Milton Keynes, your kid will learn the art of Brazilian-style football which will lead to them being highly skilled and ready for the pitch. Book a free taster session today!
Our Kids Football Classes In Milton Keynes
At BSS, we train children aged 5 to 18 but our football classes are broken up into age groups. This is so your kid is training with other children who are at the same physical and cognitive ability and the same level of emotional maturity. This ensures that all the children are safe and that the training is fair.
BSS Minis: Ages 5 – 8 years Old
BSS Minis is our youngest age group. In these classes, we want to show your child what is truly possible with and without a football. At this younger age, children are naturally filled with imagination so they will be more open to seeing the true possibilities.
The training in these classes is much more focussed on individual technical work with the ball which will take up no less than 60% of the session. The final 40% is for working on Futebol de Salão game situations. They will also be introduced to the ICFDS Skills Badge Scheme.
We advise that your child comes to 1-3 sessions per week to really get the benefits of the training. Each session is 60-90 minutes long.
BSS: Ages 8 – 11 years Old
As your child moves up to the 8 – 11 year old classes, they will begin to compete more regularly, working individually and in group and paired work. Your child will work on specific skills, like passing, juggling and shooting.
In these classes the ICFDS Skills Badge Scheme will take more prominence. All movements and skills will be slowly taught so your child can really master them. As they master different skills, they will gain a Skills Badge.
We recommend your child comes to 1-3 sessions per week. The sessions are 60-120 minutes long.
BSS: 11+
When your child reaches the 11+ classes, which is our oldest age group, their technical foundation will have been laid. This opens them up to learning about players’ tactical, physical and mental development.
Your child will not be limited to playing one position as we want them to have experience and knowledge of each position and area of play. They will play in a variety of combinations, from 1 vs 1 and 11 vs 11. These are the classes where we bring in the more conventional Size 4-5 footballs.
The 11+ classes are 60-120 minutes long and we recommend your kid attends 1-3 sessions per week.
What Is Different About BSS?
Our kids’ football classes in Milton Keynes are different because our training is based upon Futebol de Salão. Futebol de Salão is the Brazilian version of futsal.
Futebol de Salão is a variant of association football but it is played with teams of just 5 players. It is played on a smaller pitch that is the size of a basketball court with a heavier, smaller ball that has virtually no bounce.
We use Futebol de Salão as one the key aspects of our training because it is a faster paced, tightly compressed and high pressure game which leads to 600% more touches of the ball. This leads to highly skilled players who can go on to do great things in football.
The 4 Key Aspects Of Our Training Methodology
Along with Futebol de Salão, there are 3 more key aspects to our BSS Methodology. The four key aspects are:
- Emphasis on individual skills
- Futebol de Salão
- Increased time training with the ball
FAQs for football classes in Milton Keynes
Get answers to some frequently asked questions
What is the best class for my kid?
The best class for your kid is entirely dependent on their age. Our kids football classes are broken up into the following age groups:
- BSS Minis: Age 5 – 8 years old
- BSS: 8 -11 years old
- BSS: 11+
What kind of equipment is used in the classes?
In our BSS Minis and BSS: 8 – 11 years old classes, we use smaller, heavier Size 2 footballs. In our BSS: 11+, we introduce the more conventional Size 4-5 footballs.
All other equipment will be age appropriate to help your child develop their football skills. Everything will be provided in class so you do not need to purchase anything. However, if your kid wants to practice at home, Size 2 footballs can be purchased from our online store.
Do I have to buy the BSS kit?
Yes, you do have to buy the BSS kit. This can be purchased from our online store.
What kind of equipment is used in the classes?
We use smaller, heavier Size 2 footballs. All other equipment will be age appropriate to help your child develop their football skills. Everything will be provided in class so you do not need to purchase anything. However, if your kid wants to practice at home, Size 2 footballs can be purchased from our online store
Do I have to buy the BSS kit?
Yes, you do have to buy the BSS kit. This can be purchased from our online store.
Where is my nearest Milton Keynes class?
We have classes in Leadenhall, Bletchley and Milton Keynes. To find the class closest to you, please click here.