Spotlight: Newcastle Elite Academy
Private 1:1 football coaching set up by four Newcastle United players — UEFA-qualified coaches delivering personalised sessions at 25 pounds per hour.
Group coaching is valuable, but sometimes a young footballer needs individual attention to break through to the next level. Newcastle Elite Academy provides exactly that — private 1:1 football coaching delivered by UEFA-qualified coaches in a professional environment.
The background
The academy was set up by four Newcastle United players to give opportunity and quality coaching programmes to young players in the North East. The coaching is structured and designed to replicate the standard of professional football environments — a genuine step up from standard grassroots provision.
How 1:1 sessions work
Sessions are priced at 25 pounds per hour and booked in blocks of four. Each session includes monitored progress over time with detailed feedback. Players work through individual and group aims linked to age-specific coaching topics across the FA's Four Corner Model — technical, physical, social, and psychological development.
Booking
Places are popular and work on a first-come, first-served basis. To join, complete the registration form on the website highlighting your preferences. The academy reviews each applicant before accepting them onto the programme.
Beyond 1:1
Newcastle Elite Academy also runs Elite Development Centre programmes and coaching courses for aspiring coaches. Visit newcastleeliteacademy.co.uk for full details on all programmes.