Elite Football Academy

At the Eddie Irvine Sports Elite Football Academy, players will see their game deveop to a higher level and will experience greater confidence in their ability. There is a strong emphasis in the training and development of individual player skillsincluding ball dexterity, first touch, creative attacking play, strong defending and correct striking of the ball. Players will also be introduced to combination play and advanced skills. our training programme is designed to be age appropriate and is designed for players who already possess above average or advacned skill level. Players are not only given individual attention from qualified coaches, but also have the opportunity to play alongside some of the best players in Northern Ireland.

Advanced Football Academy

Coaching is available for boys and girls from the ages of 8 - 15. This unique coaching programme offers players a once in a lifetime opportunity to fulfil their potential and realise their dreams. The coaches have a full knowledge and understanding of the different learning needs of players of this age and are able to use their experience to develop the players to reach their potential using the latest methods and technology in a fun and enjoyable environment.

Elite Development

This is a scholarship programme that will follow on from the advanced academy by invitation only. These children will be put on a highly structured coaching programme with specialist trainers, with consultation from physiotherapists and sports psychologists.

Soccer Elite Goolkeeper Academy

Here at the Soccer Elite Goalkeeper Academy we aim to give every child the opportunity to develop as goolkeepers through technical input as well as incorporating fun games and drills into our goalkeeper sessions. These are run by current professional players who have attained valuable experience in the game.

Each week we concentrate on a particular aspect of goalkeeping, including Handling, Kicking, Positioning, One-on-One, Angles, Shot Stopping, Footwork, Crosses/Punching, Diving, Set Pieces, Goalkeeper Psychology and Agility/Speed/Conditioning.

Next Session

  • Please call 028 9145 1457 for further info...