Business Details
18 Years
experience
Kids Football Classes Newcastle
At Football Squirts, we are driven by a passion for sport and a belief that an active lifestyle is one of the greatest gifts we can give to children. Founded in 2008 by Matthew Lawn, our organisation has grown to serve over 1,000 children across Newcastle and North Tyneside, delivering fun, engaging football classes tailored for ages 2-6. Our innovative curriculum focuses on instilling core values such as teamwork, confidence, and resilience while fostering a lifelong love for physical activity.With a team of experienced, CRB-checked coaches, we prioritise child development and safety, ensuring every session promotes social, emotional, and physical growth. Recognised for excellence through awards like the IWCYC Entrepreneur of the Year, we remain committed to expanding our impact and empowering young children through sport.
Services
Football Classes
Birthday Parties
121 Coaching
School Programmes
Merchandise
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer fun, engaging football classes for children aged 2-6.
- Our coaches are experienced and CRB-checked for child safety.
- We deliver structured sessions across multiple venues in Newcastle and North Tyneside.
- Award-winning founder with expertise in early-years sports development.
- We focus on building confidence, teamwork, and resilience through football.
Services
Football Classes
Structured football sessions for children aged 2-6, focusing on skill development, teamwork, and confidence-building. Our classes use age-appropriate activities to teach fundamental football techniques while promoting physical fitness and social interaction. Sessions run across multiple venues in Newcastle and North Tyneside.
Birthday Parties
Themed football birthday parties for young children, combining fun games and football activities. Parties include professional coaching, equipment, and a structured programme tailored to the child's age and interests. Available at selected venues across the region.
121 Coaching
Personalised one-to-one football coaching for children, focusing on individual skill development. Sessions are tailored to each child's ability level and goals, with experienced coaches delivering targeted training to improve technique, confidence, and overall football ability.
School Programmes
Collaborative football programmes with schools, providing extracurricular activities and curriculum support. Our sessions enhance physical education through structured football coaching, focusing on fundamental movement skills and team-building activities for early-years pupils.
Merchandise
Official Football Squirts merchandise including age-appropriate football kits and equipment. Products are designed to complement our classes and parties, offering high-quality, child-friendly gear that encourages continued engagement with football activities at home.
People
Matthew Lawn
Founder & Director
Founded Football Squirts in 2008 after discovering the transformative power of football during his coaching journey in the United States. Recognised as IWCYC Entrepreneur of the Year for his innovative approach to early-years sports development.
Chris Towers
Director
Co-director with extensive experience in sports coaching and child development. Works alongside Matthew Lawn to deliver high-quality football programmes that prioritise safety, engagement, and skill development for young children.
Questions
What age range do you cater for?
We specialise in football classes for children aged 2 to 6 years old.
What happens during a typical session?
Sessions include structured games, skill drills, and football activities tailored to the children's age and ability levels.
Where are your classes held?
Classes run across multiple venues in Newcastle and North Tyneside, including Gosforth, Ponteland, and Whitley Bay.
How can I book a class?
Booking is available through our website or by contacting us directly via phone or email.
Do you offer birthday parties?
Yes, we provide themed football birthday parties with professional coaching and age-appropriate activities.
Are your coaches qualified?
All our coaches undergo enhanced CRB checks and have experience working with young children.
Reviews (3)
Amy Hadley-Garry
Oct 07, 2021
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Amazing coaches, quality sessions the most important thing for me as a parent and a coach myself is that you see how much enjoyment the children attending are having. Would 100% recommend. We had a bad experience with a bigger franchise football group and for me here you don’t feel as a parent like you are seen as making them money like I did before. Here it is all about high quality PE content, fun and enjoyment. Matt and the coaches really care and are so engaged.
Martin Thrift
Feb 22, 2020
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Great coaches, thanks Matt and Charlotte for another excellent course at Great Park, Matthew loves going and all the mini games you guys put on! See you next term!
Clare Brockenbrow
Feb 18, 2019
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Amazing! our 5 year old is having a fabulous time and is improving so much! a perfect mix of fun and real skills to learn. Matt is brilliant with the kids; even a friend who came to watch as a one off commented how good he was with them. Can't recommend enough!
