Bilal Rashid
Football is my passion. From a young age I have loved playing it, watching it and was determined to work in a football related field. Hence my degrees in football studies, sports development and health and exercise which has given me a good foundation to build on. I also wanted to work with children and young people to help them develop their passion, learn new skills and have a positive experience of the beautiful game!
I believe football has the power to cut across all ages, all cultures, and break down physical, mental, and social barriers. Football can be enjoyed by girls/boys, men/women, anyone and everyone! Active Soccer Bury aims to convey a positive message by placing emphasis on the health and wellbeing of children. Football enables children to exercise, interact with other children, and most importantly have fun. Our aim is to make sure that everyone is included regardless of their level of ability and that children are able to enjoy themselves in a safe and friendly environment. Active soccer Bury will help to build their confidence, keep active, and encourage a healthy lifestyle. This is particularly important as today fewer children are engaging in the recommended amount of weekly physical activity.
The future is Active Soccer Bury!!!
Bury News
Good Role Models
03 May, 2012
2 Students from the after school club do the right thing read more
Good Role Models
On thursday April 26th 2012 I had dropped my phone and Ipod on the field where we run the after school club I had checked everywhere and I could not find them. I came back to the school the day afterwards to ask the receptionist if anyone had seen a phone and ipod, if so, had they handed them in. I did this not expecting to get them back, but to my pleasant surprise the items had been recovered and indeed been turned in by 2 of the students in our club. Those student where Mathew King and Callum Worrilow.
Because of their honesty the students where firstly praised by the school in an assembly and personally by myself and where given a Premier League ball each as a token of my grattitude and a reward for doing the right thing.
Once again thank you guys and well done!
St Margaret’s Primary School Summer After School Club
02 May, 2012
After school Club for years 3 & 4 of the school read more
St Margaret’s Primary School Summer After School Club
Active Soccer Bury have now started our second after school club with St Margaret's Primary School. The session will be running for 1 hour every Thursday on the school field for 6 weeks and started last Thursday April 26th 2012 and will end on Thursday May 31st 2012. The Club has 12 participants on the course.
Active Soccer Bury would like to thank Mr Harris (P.E. Coordinator) and Mrs Perry (Head Teacher) for providing our coaches the opportunity to deliver this club for the children St Margarets Primary School.
Bilal
Junior Fun Club Testimonial
28 Apr, 2012
A mother from the Junior Fun Club read more
Junior Fun Club Testimonial
My 5 year old son has been attending the Active Soccer class run by B Rashid for a couple of months now and thoroughly enjoys it. I can see his skill and confidence increasing week by week. Mr Rashid is extremely patient and encouraging with the children and it is clear that he enjoys teaching.
Lesley Butler
Girls Club Testimonial
28 Jan, 2012
Mothers view on the session read more
Girls Club Testimonial
My nine year old girl was interested in football but quite nervous about starting. I found information about Active Soccer and phoned the number where I spoke to Bilal, who was very helpful and gave me all the information needed.
We attended her first session that week and have been attending for around 6 mths now and she is loving it.
Bilal is very conscientious and my daughter has gained a lot of confidence through his tutoring. Bilal shows patience and encouragement with all the girls and I would highly recommended his coaching for those who wish to have fun whilst learning these new skills.
S Edgeley
Presentation - Girls club
27 Jan, 2012
A mini awards ceremony for all their hard work read more
Presentation - Girls club
An awards presentation was enjoyed by all who have attended the active soccer Bury Friday night Girl's coaching.
There were five awards presented. The group have worked really well throughout the course.
All players received a medal for their hard work this year. the winners of each award are as follows:
Manager's Player Award - Leah Clare Edgley
Players - Player Award - Neive Mitchell
Parents Player Award - Neive Mitchell
Most Improved Player Award - Robyn Smith
Best Attitude Award - Olivia Kemp
Medals - Rachel Curry, Katalina Jolleys, and Lucy Johnson
Well done to all my girls your are all winners in my book
A special THANK YOU to all the parents who have given up their time to bring their children along and making this club a success, long may it continue and grow your continued support is greatly appreciated
Junior Fun Club Relaunch
17 Jan, 2012
Junior Fun Club starting February read more
Junior Fun Club Relaunch
Junior Fun Club for girls & boys aged 4 - 6 years old held indoors at St Margaret's Community Centre to relaunch on Saturday February 18th starts 11.00am - 12.00pm and costs £16.00 per month ( £4.00 per session for 4 weeks ) we accept payment at the session or cheques Note: Please make cheques payable to Active Soccer Bury Franchise
Your child will be learning new skills and techniques in a fun and safe environment at their own pace as we do not place any pressure on them, our main focus is that they enjoy themselves and increase their enjoyment of playing football.
For more information please call Bilal on 0753 4408 707 or email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
COME JOIN THE FUN!!!!
Bury FC Disability Officer
14 Nov, 2011
A great testimonial read more
Bury FC Disability Officer
"Bilal was reliable member of our team with a hunger for knowledge about the business. His attitude towards work was impeccable and this has paid dividends with regards to his new business venture. I highly recommend Bilal and hope his business continues to grow."
Stephen Harcourt, Disability Sports Officer, Bury Football Club
managed Bilal indirectly at Bury FC
Girls’ Football
14 Nov, 2011
"My daughter has really enjoyed her football training sessions with Bilal. The sessions cover a wide range of football skills,
are well planned and most of all fun. I would highly recommend Bilal's training sessions."
Paul Toner
Girls’ Football
Saturday morning fun club
12 May, 2011
Starting this Saturday read more
Saturday morning fun club
Every Saturday
Start Time: 10.30am - 12.00pm
Ages 7 - 11 years old
Venue:
Field next to Bowker Vale Primary School
Middleton Road
Manchester
M8 4NB
Please wear shin pads and remember a drink !
£15.00 for 5 sessions or £30.00 for 10 sessions
INTERESTED? COME JOIN THE FUN!!!
For more information please contact Bilal on 0844 5766 899 or 0753 4408 707 or email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
‘NEW’ Saturday morning club
01 Mar, 2011
Starting 5th March read more
‘NEW’ Saturday morning club
Active Soccer Bury Junior Soccer Sessions
Boys & Girls of all abilities are welcome
Age range: 4 - 6 years old
Venue: St Margaret's Community Centre, St Margaret's Rd, Prestwich M25 2QB
Start date: March 5th 2011
Start time: 11.00am - 12.00pm
Price: £3.00 per session
Trainers must be worn as football boots are not allowed to be worn
For more info please contact Bilal Rashid on 0753 4408 707 or email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
What's On?
Schools
St Margaret's 6 Week After School ClubHeld on the school soccer field
Years 3 & 4
Price: £24.00
Time: 3.45pm - 4.45pm
Coaching
Every FridayActive Soccer Bury Girls Only Soccer Sessions
Held at: Parrenthorn Sports Centre, Sports Hall, Heywood Road, Prestwich, M25 2GR
Ages 7 - 11 years old
Price: £4.00 per session
Time: Fridays from 5.00pm - 6.00pm
All abilities are welcome
COME JOIN THE FUN!
Every Saturday
Active Soccer Junior Fun Club
Held at: St Margaret's Community Centre, St Margaret's Road, Prestwich, M25 2QB
Ages 4 - 6 years old
Price: £16.00 per month ( equivalent to £4.00 per session for 4 sessions)
Session is indoors
Schools Coaching
Planing, Preparation and Assessments
Active Soccer has compiled a comprehensive programme that provides qualified coaches to schools to deliver games lessons at Key Stage 1 & 2. All lessons are based on the National Curriculum and the Val Sabin resources material. Assessments are also prepared by the coaches in conjunction with the school to measure the children attainment levels.
Active Soccer provides:
- An affordable solution to PPA cover
- A range of Football Games
- Schemes of work and lesson plans based on the National Curriculum and Val Sabin resources
- Reports and Assessments if required
- Positive reward scheme
- Class room activities for wet weather days
- Cross curriculum activities
- Support with equipment if required
Extra-Curricular
Active Soccer provides Breakfast, Lunch and after school clubs. Not only do the clubs support your schools extended school programme, assist parents with child care provision, but they also provide a safe fun environment for children to learn new skills and increase their confidence and level of physical activity.
The clubs are very easy to set up, as Active Soccer will provide all application forms, registers and certificates for all the children. We can also attend your school to promote the course during one of your school assemblies. The children then hand in their completed forms to the school secretary or your nominated member(s) of staff and our staff will be there to kick off your after school club. Or if your School prefers your local Active Soccer Head Office can handle the course entirely ensuring your school do not have the extra worry of this activity.
For more information or to book your Extra Curricular Club call Active Soccer on 0844 822 3942 or email info@activesoccer.co.uk
- Football
- 10 Week Courses
- Educational fun games & matches
- Certificate for all players & Best Attitude
Fundraising
Active Soccer has come up with a fantastic initiative to help raise money for your school and we will do all the work. Your Pupils gain sponsorship to take 3 shots at our Active Soccer Target. The day provides the school with an excellent opportunity to raise funds with sponsorship money. The Children are encouraged to collect sponsors with some fantastic prizes on offer:
- Every Participant receives a certificate
- The best penalty taker in each class receives an Active Soccer voucher
- Every Child that raises over £50 receives an Active Soccer Football
- The highest fundraiser in the school receives the full Active Soccer Umbro football Strip
We also have an active soccer Inflatable target that can be used at your summer fetes or activity days, please see the active shop to book. To find out more about an Active Soccer Fundraising days please contact the office on 0844 822 3942 or e-mail info@activesoccer.co.uk
Coaching Courses
ACTIVE SOCCER HOLIDAY CAMPS
Active Soccer holiday camps are run every school holiday ranging from 1 - 5 day courses at different venues throughout the UK.
The courses are for both boys and girls aged 4 to 14 years of age and cater for mixed ability from beginner to future stars.
The days consist of fun, healthy and inclusive coaching sessions, covering all aspects of the game, along with playing small sided matches and end of course World Cup tournaments.
Special trophies & awards can be won on the course. Break times are provided and we make children aware of aspects upon diet, nutrition through fun quiz’s, crosswords and drawings.
All participants will receive a course certificate and there are lots of competitions to win, including the penalty king and the active soccer best attitude award.
SATURDAY MORNING FUN CLUBS
The courses are for players of mixed abilities aged between 4 and 12 years and run over ten week blocks for one hour on a Saturday morning each week.
The course is designed with the aim of the children having fun and learning new techniques each week.
At an Active Soccer Saturday Morning Centre children have the chance to win a Most Improved and Best Attitude trophy. All participants receive an attendance certificate signed by their coach after the World Cup competition that is held in the final week.
For further details please contact your local Active Soccer office or email info@activesoccer.co.uk.
SUNDAY DROP AND SHOP SOCCER
Sunday Drop and Shop sessions give parents the chance to collect their weekly shopping and leave the children active in a fun, healthy and inclusive environment playing soccer with our qualified coaches.
Drop and Shop sessions are available for 2 hours.
For further details please contact your local Active Soccer office or email info@activesoccer.co.uk.
EVENING SOCCER CENTRES
Active Soccer organises local evening Soccer Centres which are open to boys and girls. The courses are for players of mixed abilities and run over ten week blocks for one hour a week, and are designed with the aim of the children having fun and learning new skills each week.
On the Active Soccer Evening Centre, children have the chance to win a Most Improved and Best Attitude trophy and everyone receives an attendance certificate signed by their coach.
For further details please contact your local Active Soccer office or email info@activesoccer.co.uk.
GIRLS SOCCER
Our girls only Soccer Centres offers opportunities for girls to take part in a weekly session. The courses run over ten week blocks for one hour a week, and are designed with the aim of the girls having fun and learning new techniques each week.
The course is specifically designed for girls wanting to learn new and different football techniques in shooting, passing, turning, dribbling, heading and match play.
For further details please contact your local Active Soccer office or email info@activesoccer.co.uk.
Birthday Parties!
Why not make your child's birthday a very special occasion by booking an Active Soccer Birthday Party. We provide professional fun coaching for all the children through fun games, a typical birthday party will include, skills, games, tournaments and penalty shoot – outs.
Party Option 1 (90 mins, £160)
Louie the Lion 4 - 8 years
- 1 Coach
- 16 Children (£5 per extra child)
- 16 Certificates
- 16 Vouchers (on the invitation)
- 1 Penalty Trophy
- 1 Birthday Present - T-Shirt
- Includes Louie the Lion Mascot visit
Party Option 2 (90 mins, £160)
World Cup Party 9 - 14 years
- 1 Coach
- 16 Children (£5 per extra child)
- 16 Certificates
- 16 Vouchers (on the invitation)
- 1 Penalty Trophy
- 1 Birthday Present - T-Shirt
- Includes Speed Radar & World Cup Trophy
Party Option 3 (90 mins, £160)
Olympic 2012 Party 4 - 14 years
- 1 Coach
- 16 Children (£5 per extra child)
- 16 Certificates
- 16 Vouchers (on the invitation)
- 1 Penalty Trophy
- 1 Birthday Present - T-Shirt
- Includes football-themed Olympic Games
PARTY VENUE
Active Soccer can stage the birthday party in your back garden, school, local park or we even have links with several superb indoor and outdoor sports facilities (please note hired facilities as an additional cost to rates above). We would be happy to assist you with the booking of your venue if required.
BOOKING PROCEDURE
For legal reasons we cannot currently take bookings online, you will need to make a booking by post - please download a birthday party flyer
When booking your party we will require you to complete and send a party booking registration the Active Soccer Head Office.
For further details call Active Soccer on 0844 822 3942 or email info@activesoccer.co.uk.
CANCELLATIONS
If your party needs to be cancelled this must be done at least 7 days before the arranged date to receive a full refund. If you require the party to be rearranged please contact active soccer at least 7 days before the event.
NOTES FOR PARENTS
- All our staff are CRB checked, First Aid Certified and all our Coaches are FA Qualified
- If your child is attending an Active Soccer party, we'd advise that you prepare them with:
- Football clothing, rain jacket, trainers, football boots and shin pads if available
- Plenty of drinks
- Sun cream if hot weather is forecast and a towel if there's a possibility of rain (dependent on venue)
Testimonials
Bilal was reliable member of our team with a hunger for knowledge about the business. His attitude towards work was impeccable and this has paid dividends with regards to his new business venture. I highly recommend Bilal and hope his business continues to grow.
Stephen Harcourt, Disability Sports Officer, Bury Football Club
My daughter has really enjoyed her football training sessions with Bilal. The sessions cover a wide range of football skills,
are well planned and most of all fun. I would highly recommend Bilal's training sessions.
Paul Toner, Active Soccer Parent
Make a payment
If you'd like to pay for a course, you can do so online using PayPal - and you don't need a PayPal account to do it.
Before filling in the payment form below, please make sure that you wish your payment to go to the Bury branch of Active Soccer.
Paying by cheque
If you wish you can also post a cheque to:
Active Soccer Bury4 Hillwood Avenue
Manchester
Crumpsall
M8 4LU
Please remember to include the name of the child and course you're making a payment towards on the reverse of the cheque!
