Ellis Football Development

Ellis Football Development Helping young footballers become confident, technically strong players
St Neots, Cambridgeshire
Small group & Individual development sessions

⚽ INSPIRED BY THE WORLD CUP? KEEP THEM ACTIVE THIS SUMMER AT PRIORY PARK! ⚽With Spain taking the trophy and England secu...
20/07/2026

⚽ INSPIRED BY THE WORLD CUP? KEEP THEM ACTIVE THIS SUMMER AT PRIORY PARK! ⚽

With Spain taking the trophy and England securing a brilliant 3rd place after that unbelievable 6-4 thriller against France, football fever is everywhere! 🏆

Whether your child is suddenly inspired to play just like their idols, stepping onto the pitch for the very first time, or looking for that extra technical edge—Ellis Football Development (EFD) is here to help them level up this summer.

We have limited summer holiday spaces available for Group, 1:1, and 2:1 sessions over at Priory Park, St Neots!

🔥 What We Offer:

Group Sessions (Mondays & Thursdays): High-energy, structured group training focused on 1v1 confidence, tight-space attacking, and game awareness.

1:1 Private Coaching: Tailored, ultra-focused technical sessions built around your child’s specific development goals.

2:1 Duo Coaching (Great for Siblings!): High-intensity paired training—ideal for siblings or teammates who want to push each other with high repetition and competition.

Why train with EFD?

The EFD Philosophy: High Touches, High Repetition, High Technical training. Every drill is purposely designed to give players that crucial technical edge.

Open to All Pathways: From complete beginners finding their confidence to experienced players preparing for the new grassroots season in September.

Award-Winning & Trusted Coaching: Run by a UEFA C Qualified Coach, Hunts FA Approved Provider, and winner of the 24/25 Lioness Award County FA.

Active & Outdoors: Keep them active, off their screens, and making progress all 6 weeks of the summer break.

📍 Where: Priory Park, St Neots
🗓️ Availability: Monday & Thursday Groups | 1:1 & 2:1 slots booked on request

Spaces across all session types are limited and fill up fast over the summer.

📩 Send me a direct message today to book a 1:1 or 2:1 session, secure a group spot, or check age group timings! Let’s make it a summer of serious development and fun. ⚽🔥

Team training is for tactics. EFD is for technique. ⚽️📈At grassroots level, team coaches do an incredible job. But with ...
02/07/2026

Team training is for tactics. EFD is for technique. ⚽️📈

At grassroots level, team coaches do an incredible job. But with 15 kids and a weekend match to prepare for, they simply don't have the time to isolate and perfect individual technique.

That is exactly where EFD steps in. We sit right in the gap between grassroots football and professional development centres. Our sessions guarantee hundreds of high-quality touches on the ball per hour, focusing on directional ball mastery, scanning, and elite decision-making under pressure.

Whether they want a specialist edge to take back to their team, or they are just starting out and need to build confidence—we have the pathway. (U7 to U16, Boys & Girls).

👇 Click the sign-up link in the first comment below to view our Monday/Thursday availability!

🚨 THE JULY BLOCK IS OFFICIALLY OPEN! 🚨Our theme for July is 1v1 Domination and Finishing. If you want your child to come...
01/07/2026

🚨 THE JULY BLOCK IS OFFICIALLY OPEN! 🚨

Our theme for July is 1v1 Domination and Finishing. If you want your child to come back to their grassroots team looking sharper, faster, and more ruthless on the ball, this is the block they need.

Spaces are strictly capped by age group to ensure maximum touches.

To lock in your spot for July, drop a "JULY" in the comments right now, Send me a DM and I will instantly send you the registration link! ⏳👇

Officially a UEFA C Qualified Coach! 🎓⚽️I am absolutely buzzing to finally announce that after months of hard work, inte...
29/06/2026

Officially a UEFA C Qualified Coach! 🎓⚽️

I am absolutely buzzing to finally announce that after months of hard work, intense studying, and practical assessments behind the scenes, I have officially passed my UEFA C Diploma!

When I first started EFD, my mission was very clear: I wanted to bridge the massive technical training gap within grassroots football. I saw too many local players standing in lines or running repetitive, unrealistic drills that didn't actually help them on match days. I wanted to create a space where players could access elite, professional-standard development right here in our community.

Achieving this diploma is a huge milestone on my personal coaching journey, but what I am most proud of is how this elevates the experience for every single player at the academy.

The UEFA C methodology allows me to take our training to a whole new level. We are moving completely away from isolated practices and stepping into high-value, game-realistic technical training.

What this means for the players at EFD:
✔️ Elite Session Design: Tailored training that naturally scales to challenge both our youngest beginners and our advanced, high-level players.
✔️ Contextual Ball Mastery: High-touch, directional practices where the boys aren't just dribbling around cones, but learning how to exploit space and handle traffic.
✔️ Smarter Decision Making: Shifting the focus onto scanning, spatial awareness, and body shape so they can think like academy players.

Thank you so much to all the amazing parents and players who constantly support EFD and trust me with their football education. I am incredibly proud to bring this level of professional qualification back to the pitch for you all.

The bar has officially been raised. Let’s get to work! 🚀

We are into the business end of the tournament. The pressure is on! 🎯If your life depended on one player scoring a penal...
27/06/2026

We are into the business end of the tournament. The pressure is on! 🎯

If your life depended on one player scoring a penalty tonight, who are you picking to take it? Drop your ultimate penalty taker below! 👇

26/06/2026

Coach tip of the week: The most important 15 minutes of your child's football development is the car ride home. 🚗

Instead of asking: "Why didn't you score?" or "Why did you pass it there?"

Try asking: "What was the most fun part of the game today?" or just say, "I loved watching you play today."

Protect their love for the game first, and the development will naturally follow! ⚽💯

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 MATCHDAY PREDICTION! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿I already know the kids are going to be talking about nothing else at school today.....
23/06/2026

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 MATCHDAY PREDICTION! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

I already know the kids are going to be talking about nothing else at school today... England are back in action tonight! 🦁🦁🦁

Let’s see which EFD parents actually know their football, or who is just guessing. 😉

Get your predictions in before kick-off! 👇

(P.S. If your child is constantly kicking a ball around the living room while watching these games, channel that energy onto the pitch! We have a couple of spaces left in our Thursday Development Squads to work on elite passing mechanics. Drop the word ENGLAND in the comments and send me a DM and i'll send you the private sign-up link!)

Heads up, EFD parents! 🚨Our June blocks have been absolutely electric, but we are already looking ahead. The July Block ...
22/06/2026

Heads up, EFD parents! 🚨

Our June blocks have been absolutely electric, but we are already looking ahead. The July Block is about to launch, and I always give priority to my current page followers before I post it out to the wider community groups.

If you want dibs on the remaining July spots before they go public, comment "VIP" below and send me a DM and i'll send you the registration form ! 👇

If your child wants more time on the ball during their weekend matches, they need to master ONE thing: Scanning. 👀This e...
21/06/2026

If your child wants more time on the ball during their weekend matches, they need to master ONE thing: Scanning. 👀

This entire month at EFD, our technical focus is on passing and receiving. But the secret isn't just in the feet—it's in the head. We are teaching the kids to look over their shoulder before the ball arrives so they know exactly where the space is.

A player who knows what they're doing before they get the ball looks like they have all the time in the world. 🧠⚽

Parents—have you noticed your kids scanning the pitch on match days?

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