What to wear
Comfortable clothes for movement. Check footwear requirements with the team for your venue.
FOR PARENTS
There’s no need to get it right first time.
Children can watch before joining in. Your presence and encouragement are a good place to start.
BEFORE YOUR FIRST CLASS
Check a few things before your first visit.
Confirm the time, venue, trial price, meeting point and accompaniment arrangements. Discuss any needs affecting participation privately with the team.
WHAT TO WEAR & BRING
Dress for movement. Bring the basics.
What to bring
Drinking water and a change of clothes. No need to buy specialist football equipment in advance.
Who should come
One accompanying adult is recommended. Confirm how to participate before class.
PARENTS ARE PART OF THE TEAM
Support the experience — don’t take over the experience.
SPACE
Give children room to explore.
TIME
Let children watch first and join at their own pace.
EQUIPMENT
Help with equipment and ball activities when the coach asks.
ONE CHILD, ONE ADULT
One accompanying adult is recommended; confirm how to participate with the coach before class.
PARTICIPATION
Encourage rather than instruct. Let your child try.
SETTLE IN AT THEIR OWN PACE
Watch first. Join when ready.
Classes move from warm-up to ball challenges, themed play and simple football games. Children may watch or pause; progression follows age and readiness.
SAFETY & BEHAVIOUR
Help make space for everyone.
Follow the coach’s guidance
Stay in the designated activity area and follow equipment instructions.
Pause when needed
Take a break and tell the coach if your child feels tired, unwell or reluctant to join.
Respect each other
Avoid pushing, take turns and do not force participation.
PARENT QUESTIONS
Still have questions?
Do parents take part in the class?
One accompanying adult is recommended, with younger children often needing more support. Confirm participation arrangements with the coach and encourage your child to try for themselves.
Read about parent participation →What should we bring to the first class?
Wear comfortable clothes and bring drinking water and a change of clothes. Confirm footwear, meeting point and time with the team before buying any specialist football equipment.
Prepare for the first class →Does my child need any football experience?
No football experience is needed. Sessions begin with simple movement and ball exploration, and children can watch before joining in.
See how classes begin →What happens after age four?
Around age four, children may move into Mini Rangers for ages 4–6, depending on age, confidence and readiness. The team will help you decide when the next stage is suitable.
Learn about Mini Rangers →