Who we are
At Football Focus DC, we are deeply committed to inspiring children’s involvement in football. While developing football skills is important, the true value of the game goes far beyond the pitch. Football fosters teamwork, lifelong friendships, unity, a sense of belonging, and purpose—qualities that shape children for life, not just sport.
We believe every child deserves to experience this. That’s why we are dedicated to creating the right environment—one that empowers our coaches and trainers to nurture, support, and inspire every child to reach their full potential.
We firmly believe that every player should have the opportunity to play football. Our training sessions are tailored specifically for boys/mixed groups and girls-only groups organised by age and ability, and cover all aspects of the game. We recognise each player as a unique individual and consider where they are on their own football journey. Enjoyment is key to success, which is why we ensure our sessions are both fun and engaging. We focus on developing players' technical skills, as well as their knowledge and understanding of the game. Teamwork and communication are essential, and we encourage players to find their voice on the pitch in a positive way. We are also mindful of the importance of mental health and the significant impact it can have on players, so we strive to create a positive, safe, and supportive environment.
Every 4-6 months, we provide personalised feedback, detailing progress and identifying areas for future development, ensuring each player continues to grow.
Football Focus DC Training sessions
Football Focus DC delivers structured, age appropriate training sessions designed to support player development at every stage. We ensure every player progresses in a positive and supportive environment.
We train at Tilsley Park in Abingdon on Wednesday evenings.
From 5pm-6pm we welcome our younger groups-
4-7 year old girls only,
4-6 year old boys/mixed,
6-8 year old boys/mixed.
Between 6pm-7pm we then have-
7-10 year old girls only,
8-10 year old boys/mixed,
8-11 year old goal keepers.
Our final sessions of the evening 7pm- 8pm are-
10-12 year old girls only,
10-12 year old boys/mixed,
12-14 year old girls only,
12-14 year old boys/mixed,
11-14 year old goal keepers.

