Introduction to Football for Toddlers
Our Toddler Football classes provide a gentle, imaginative introduction to football for children aged 15 months to 3 years. Through carefully designed themed activities, songs and play, toddlers develop movement, balance and early ball skills in a fun, supportive environment. These sessions are perfect for active toddlers who love to move and explore, and for parents who want to share quality time with their child while encouraging physical development.
At DMG Sports Academy, we understand that toddlers learn best through play and imagination. That's why our curriculum is designed around themes that capture their attention - from animals and superheroes to vehicles and adventure stories. Our qualified, DBS-checked coaches know how to engage toddlers of all temperaments, from the shy newcomer to the energetic explorer.
What to Expect at a Toddler Football Session
Parents actively participate alongside their toddlers throughout the session, making it a wonderful bonding experience. Many parents tell us it's the highlight of their week! Here's what a typical Toddler Football session looks like:
- Welcome and Hello Song: We start by welcoming all families and learning everyone's names through a fun routine that helps toddlers feel comfortable and part of the group
- Themed Warm-Up Activities: Movement games featuring animals, superheroes or transport that get toddlers moving and help them concentrate for the activities ahead
- Skill of the Month: Each month we focus on a specific football skill designed to develop technical balance across left and right feet. Parents join in to help their child master the movements
- Story-Based Ball Games: Fun games that involve applying the Skill of the Month while learning "little kicks" and ball control with both feet
- Goal Scoring Celebration: Every session ends with toddlers scoring goals (with left and right feet!) and receiving a big sticker and high five from our coaches
Sessions typically run for 45 minutes, which is the perfect length for maintaining toddler engagement without overloading their attention span.
Developmental Benefits for Your Toddler
Toddler Football at DMG Sports Academy is about so much more than football. Our sessions support your child's overall development in multiple ways:
- Gross Motor Skills: Running, jumping, kicking and throwing activities develop large muscle groups and physical coordination
- Balance and Coordination: Activities are specifically designed to improve balance, spatial awareness and body control
- Confidence Building: Positive encouragement and celebrating every achievement helps toddlers develop self-confidence and a can-do attitude
- Social Development: Learning to take turns, follow instructions and play alongside other children builds essential social skills
- Early Ball Skills: Introducing kicking, throwing and catching in a fun context creates positive associations with sport
- Parent-Child Bonding: Shared experiences create lasting memories and strengthen the parent-child relationship
- Love of Physical Activity: Early positive experiences with sport create foundations for a healthy, active lifestyle
Many parents notice remarkable progress within just 4-8 weeks of attending, as their toddler's confidence, coordination and enthusiasm for physical activity grows.
Our Expert Coaching Team
All DMG Sports Academy coaches are fully qualified, DBS-checked and trained in child safeguarding. They understand toddler development and know how to create a positive, engaging environment where young children thrive. Our coaches are patient, encouraging and genuinely love working with this age group.
Book Your Free Toddler Football Trial
Experience our Toddler Football classes with a completely free trial session. No payment is required for your first session - just book online, bring your toddler in comfortable clothes and trainers, and enjoy! We provide all the equipment needed.
Monthly fee: £43.96 (no long-term contracts - cancel with notice)
One-off membership fee: £25 (includes your child's DMG sports kit and Skills Tracker sticker book)
Our classes run year-round including school holidays (except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and Bank Holidays), making us perfect for keeping your toddler active throughout the year. Find your nearest venue and book your free trial today!