Footy School & Stopsley Sharks FC

What is Footy School?

Footy School is a fun football programme with development training schools in Stopsley and Hitchin, for primary school age children.

Chris Dehnert, Head of Youth Development at FootySchool has a keen focus on the Football Associations 4 corner model, which covers key development areas to support fun learning and development in football. (Technical, Tactical, Social and Psychological).

Our Midweek FootySchool session is Wednesdays, 5.05-6pm. Guided Ages 8-10.

Our Mighty FootySchool session is on Saturdays, 9.05 to 10am. Guided Ages 6-7.

Our Mini FootySchool session is on Saturdays, 10.05-10.50/55am. Guided Ages 4-5.

Looking to start a bit sooner than our mini school ages 4-5? Please get in contact regarding FootyPreSchool. We are collecting an interest list right now and will keep you informed of developments regarding this!

We have FA qualified coaches and assistant coaches-all of which are DBS background checked.

All abilities are welcome at FOOTYSCHOOL-you don't need to be in a team to join FootySchool.

Our focus is fun, learning and development.

Further down the road you may want to join one of our Sharks teams or another club. That's up to you.

Playing for another team already? That's fine too. Get some fun extra training in with Footy School!

In addition to FootySchool Chris, along with Ant Cooper, are club founders at Stopsley Sharks FC. They voluteer their time, along with many other special people to have a local grassroots football club locally that supports the fundamentals of the game.

If you wish to play matches with a local grassroots footbll club at some point, now or in the future, please get in contact. (The teams have high demand and are generally full so get on our waiting list should it be something you're thinking about!)

Want a part time job with football?

We're looking for new people ready for a fun challenge!

Message/Call: 07958696800 for more info...

Footy School Philosophy:
Always deliver football sessions in a fun, safe and positive environment.
We will develop all players individual skills and abilities while continually building their confidence, knowledge and understanding, including what teamwork means and how important it is.

Our Training Sessions

Each session at Footy School is 45-55 minutes (depending on age) and always has a focus on dribbling, passing, shooting-including teamwork and match scenarios.

The great thing is, while the kids are having lots of fun with the various sessions provided we are teaching them some fundamentals of the game.

From movement (in and out of possession) or attacking and defensive awareness in changes of team to team possession (transition), the sessions we provide are developing all of these areas naturally. Sessions include;

*Fun skills arrival sessions, which develop in to...

*Fun match scenario sessions, which develop in to...

*Fun 1 v 1's, 2 v 2's, 3 v 3's etc depending on age group inc. mini match 5 v 5 etc.

About

More About Footy School...

Chris has been involved with a number of football clubs for many years. After spells at youth level with Chelsea and Stuttgart football coaching became Chris's enjoyment and focus after injury.

In the late 90s, as a young player/coach, Chris went on F.A. coaching courses with his college and then the Football Association.

Chris was soon presented with a great opportunity to work full time in the U.S.A. and other coaching roles continued in Europe and on return to England at Luton Town Football Club with the u10s youth side, which had a special player at the time who went to big things and represent England on many occasions.

A number of years later (and a diverse career in various businesses) Chris decided to use his experience, skills and love of football to set up a football programme encompassing all his philosophies from what he's seen in the world of football. Footy School was up and running...

Join Us @ Footy School

If you would like more information regarding joining Footy School please use this form, email, call or WhatsApp.

Chris: 07958696800

Booking cannot be taken on the day due to numbers of children and the relevant forms that need completing prior to Footy School class so please get in contact to reserve a place and avoid disappointment.

Just like a gym membership, the monthly price is the same regardless of sessions attended. Please get in contact for further details.

What a great football school/club.

My son had tried a couple of others and just did not like them. He feels welcome and has gained confidence at footy school. ***** has progressed massively. I didn't think football was gonna be for my son based on passed experience with other clubs.... However..... I was wrong!!!

I would recommend footy school to all abilities. Chris the manager doesn't complicate the skills and games, he keeps it fun but with the same high end results.

A very pleased mother, an extremely happy son and an ecstatic father.

Thanks footy school & stopsley sharks fc x

From Charlene, Feb 2018

***** is really enjoying the sessions. I have to say I'm really impressed by the skilled way all three of you help and encourage him - that specific praise you give is very motivating for him. And as a teacher myself, I'm really struck by the way you guys manage and get the most out of the sessions - very impressive!

From Martin, July 2019

My grandson has been with the Sharks/Footy School since the beginning and loves it. Great fun club!

From Pete, June 2019

My son has been with The Sharks/Footy School for 3 years now and loves learning the game and the time with his team mates...

From J, June 2019

Thanks to Footy school & Stopsley Sharks FC. ******** had a great game and thoroughly enjoyed it. Looking forward to things to come.

From Tracy, Oct 2018

Brilliant football club, friendly, fun, and fully inclusive of all ages and levels. Great coaching and support.

From Helen, May 2019

Enthusiastic, supportive coaches who help develop the players irrespective of their ability. A welcoming and inclusive football club.

Footy School Philosophy: Always deliver football sessions in a fun, safe and positive environment.We will develop all players individual skills and abilities while continually building their confidence, knowledge and understanding, including what teamwork means and how important it is.