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Football Coaching FAQs

Q: Are football coaching sessions available for children, teenagers, and adults?

Yes - sessions are available for children, teenagers, and adults of all ability levels.

Coaching is always tailored to the individual player or group, whether the focus is skill development, fitness, confidence, enjoyment, or improving overall understanding of the game.

Q: Is goalkeeper coaching available as well as outfield player coaching?

Yes - coaching is available for both goalkeepers and outfield players.

Goalkeeper sessions can focus on areas such as handling, positioning, distribution, footwork, reactions, and confidence, while outfield sessions can be tailored towards technical skills, movement, fitness, decision-making, and overall game understanding.

Q: Can players with SEN requirements or disabilities be supported?

Absolutely - sessions are designed to be supportive, inclusive, and adaptable wherever possible.

Experience supporting players with varying needs helps ensure sessions are delivered in ways that allow players to feel comfortable, encouraged, and able to develop at their own pace.

Q: Are parents able to stay and watch sessions?

Yes - parents and guardians are welcome to stay and observe sessions if preferred.

The aim is always to create a relaxed, supportive, and comfortable environment where players feel encouraged and able to enjoy their football coaching experience.

Q: What should players bring with them to a session?

Players should wear comfortable sports clothing and suitable footwear for the training surface being used.

It’s also recommended that water is brought to each session to help maintain hydration, as well as ensuring that sunscreen is applied before the session begins.

All coaching equipment is provided unless discussed otherwise beforehand.

Q: Can siblings or friends train together?

Absolutely - small group football coaching sessions are available for siblings, friends, teammates, or small groups wanting to train together.

These sessions provide a fun, affordable, and supportive environment while still allowing for personalised coaching attention.

Q: Where are football coaching sessions delivered?

Football coaching sessions are available across Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, and surrounding areas including Ferndown, Wimborne, West Moors, and Verwood.

Sessions can take place at local parks, green spaces, training facilities, sports pitches, schools, or other suitable locations depending on availability and preference.

Q: Do you offer football coaching sessions on evenings or weekends?

I certainly do... Flexible daytime, evening, and weekend football coaching sessions are available to help fit around school, work, family life, and other commitments.

All football coaching sessions across Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch (and surrounding areas) are intended to be fully suitable to your needs.

Q: How long are football coaching sessions?

Football coaching session lengths can vary depending on the type of booking, age group, and coaching requirements.

Most 1:1 football coaching sessions are delivered in 60-minute blocks, with customised timings also available for schools, clubs, and group sessions where required.

Q: Do you work with teams or clubs?

Yes - football coaching support is available for grassroots football teams and clubs across Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, and surrounding Dorset areas.

Support can include:

group and team football coaching sessions
assistance with coach or manager development
football theory and tactical discussions
sports nutrition workshops and Fuel Talks
customised coaching and development packages tailored to the team or club’s requirements

Sessions can be adapted for different age groups, ability levels, and coaching environments depending on the needs of the team or organisation.

For more information or to discuss requirements, please get in touch via the

Book & Contact page to arrange a free 15-minute consultation call, or contact Pitch & Prep via Facebook, Instagram, or email at hello@pitchandprep.co.uk

Q: Do you work with schools?

Yes - football coaching sessions are available for both primary schools and secondary schools across Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, and surrounding Dorset areas.

School coaching sessions can include:

PE support sessions
lunch clubs
after-school football clubs
holiday football sessions
enrichment activities
small group or team coaching

Sessions are designed to be fun, inclusive, supportive, and suitable for a wide range of ages and ability levels, helping students develop football skills, teamwork, confidence, fitness, and enjoyment of sport.

I am fully DBS checked (registered on the Update Service) and hold Pediatric First Aid training alongside a valid Football Association First Aid in Football (FAiF) qualification (all of which can be presented upon request).

Schools looking for football coaching support or customised session packages are welcome to get in touch via the Book & Contact page for further information or contact us directly at hello@pitchandprep.co.uk

Sports & Football Nutrition Coaching FAQs

Q: Can nutrition help improve football performance?

Yes - good nutrition can play a huge role in football performance, recovery, energy levels, concentration, and consistency on the pitch.

The right fuelling can help players:

maintain energy during training and matches
recover quicker between sessions
support strength, speed, and endurance
improve focus and decision-making
reduce the likelihood of fatigue-related dips in performance

Nutrition coaching is never about strict dieting or “eating perfectly” - it’s about helping players and parents make smarter, realistic choices that support both performance and everyday life.

Q: Do you create and provide meal plans?

Not rigid ones... I give flexible, personalised recommendations based on your goals, lifestyle, and what you actually enjoy eating - no bland chicken or broccoli-only plans here!

Q: What if I’m vegetarian, vegan, or have allergies?

No problem at all.
All nutrition coaching is fully tailored to you... I’ll always take dietary requirements into account and build practical, realistic fuelling advice that fits your preferences, lifestyle, and budget.

Q: I don’t play football but I want help with nutrition - can I still book?

Yes! while I specialise in football nutrition and performance, I also support anyone who wants practical, straightforward nutrition advice to improve energy, health, or fitness

Q: Is your nutrition advice evidence-based?

Absolutely - any and all guidance is based on current sports nutrition research and applied coaching experience.
I focus purely on practical, evidence-informed advice that works in real life - not outdated or overly complicated diet rules or trendy fads.

Q: What if I’m busy or don’t cook much?

That’s exactly the kind of client I build around. I’ll help you make smart, simple fuelling decisions that work around real life - including budget, time, and effort.

Q. What happens during a sports nutrition coaching session?

Sessions are relaxed, practical, and tailored to you.

We’ll discuss your goals, current habits, lifestyle, training schedule, and any challenges you’re facing before building simple, realistic strategies together.

Booking, Payments & Support FAQs

Q: How do I book a session?

Head to the book online & contact page.

You’ll be able to see a quick recap of what's involved in each of the session options and book your session selection using the calendar at the bottom of the page.

Q: How can I pay?

Payments are taken securely via Stripe when you book online.

Cash and bank transfer payments are also accepted by prior arrangement where appropriate.

Please note that cheque payments are not accepted.

For invoiced services such as workshops, seminars, school sessions, and talks, payment is typically made via bank transfer.

Q: What is your cancellation policy?

If you need to cancel or rearrange a session, please provide at least 24 hours’ notice where possible.

Cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice may still be charged in full, as the session time has been specifically reserved for you and may be difficult to refill at short notice.

Of course, genuine emergencies and exceptional circumstances will always be considered fairly.

Q: What happens if bad weather affects a session?

If weather conditions are unsafe or unsuitable for coaching, sessions may need to be rearranged.

If this happens, alternative dates will always be offered where possible.

Q: I’m nervous to start - can I talk to you first?

Of course 🙂

Feel free to message me either through Facebook, Instagram or send an email to hello@pitchandprep.co.uk - or visit the book & contact page to arrange a free

15-minute consultation call (done via Zoom/Teams).

I’m happy to chat through any questions before you book, and it’s really important to me that you feel comfortable and heard.