Lorien Gordon
I have always had a strong passion for football. Its one of the only sports that can break all barriers and bring people together regardless of things like gender, background, age or race. I decided to become a football coach when I realised that I could have an influence on the children and that breaking these barriers will allow everyone to enjoy a sport that I have loved as long as I can remember.
As a football coach it is important to focus on development and enjoyment, rather than competition.This is important particularly in children, where the pressure of winning and the disappointment of losing may take away from the real reason they want to play; to have fun.
Furthermore the positive lessons children learn from a well structured coaching environment can be transferred into other life areas. Gaining self confidence from doing a new skill correctly or beating a personal best may rub off into the classroom where a child knows he or she has the ability to complete a task.
That is what Active Soccer is about. Creating these environments to facilitate this development, keep children healthy and most importantly giving everyone the opportunity to have fun playing the sport they love!
Thatcham News
February Half-Term Camp
11 Jan, 2012
The February Half Term Holiday Camp at Trinity School Newbury
The 2 Day camp will run on Monday 13th & Tuesday 14th of February 2012 between 9am and 3pm
The camp is open to children aged 5-11 and is only £24 per child or £40 for 2 children (Quote 'Sibling Discount')
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February Half-Term Camp
The February Half Term Holiday Camp at Trinity School Newbury
The 2 Day camp will run on Monday 13th & Tuesday 14th of February 2012 between 9am and 3pm
The camp is open to children aged 5-11 and is only £24 per child or £40 for 2 children (Quote 'Sibling Discount')
The day will consist of lots of fun games and activities to help children develop they skills in football. The sessions are structured in a way to facilitate learning through play and develop a healthy balance between self development and competition.
Finally there will be prizes, a penalty shoot out competition and a small tournament.
Every child will receive a certificate however special awards will be made for participants who put in the 'most effort' and participants who had the 'best attitude'.
Please remeber that your child will need several drinks, a mid morning snack (e.g. Cereal bars, fruit or healthy crisps) and a full packed lunch for the day.
Your child will need a short list of equipment for the day. These are as follows: Astroturf boots/Trainers, Shin pads, T-shirt/Football shirt, Jumper, Shorts, Tracksuit bottoms, Football socks, Gloves (optional), Woolly Hat (optional)
Please feel free to download our flyer and send to the address on the reverse to book!
What's On?
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)
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 Thatcham branch of Active Soccer.
Paying by cheque
If you wish you can also post a cheque to:
Active Soccer Thatcham27 Sulhamstead Hill
Reading
Berkshire
RG7 4DE
Please remember to include the name of the child and course you're making a payment towards on the reverse of the cheque!