YOUNG BALLERSÂ FOOTBALL ASPIRATIONS (YBFA)
Coaching. Mentoring. Improving
Introducing: Young Ballers Football Aspirations
For: Girls & Boys ages 4-14
Where: Drapers Field, Temple Mills Lane, Leyton, London E15 2BP (nearest station: Leyton Tube Station)
When:
- Tuesdays 5.30-7pm
- Fridays 5-7pm,
- Saturday (matches) and
- Sundays 1-4pm
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Sessions can be booked below, for further info see our FAQ page or email youngballersfa@gmail.com​
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Book your space below
THE YBFA WAY: OUR APPROACH
Coaching. Mentoring. Improving
The YBFA Coaching Approach
At Young Ballers Football Aspirations (YBFA), our coaching is led by an FA Licensed Head Coach, following the FA 4 Corner Model.
This proven framework focuses on developing players in four key areas:
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Technical & Tactical – Skills, decision-making, and game understanding
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Physical – Agility, balance, coordination, and overall fitness
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Social – Teamwork, communication, and leadership
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Psychological – Confidence, resilience, and focus​
Building More Than Footballers
At YBFA, we believe in developing the whole player, not just football ability.
All students benefit from:
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Positive communication
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Respect and discipline
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Character-building and social skills
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The YBFA Way
Our approach is tried and tested. The values and mindset we encourage on the pitch are designed to help young players grow in all areas of life—not just football.
ABOUT YBFA
Coaching. Mentoring. Improving
About YBFA
Young Ballers Football Aspirations (YBFA) was created with a simple mission:
To provide high-quality football coaching and mentoring for young players in the local community.
Our founder and Head Coach is part of the academy team at Chelsea FC, following nearly four years at West Ham United Academy, where he worked as a registered English Premier League scout. This experience helps us support players at every level, whether they’re just starting out or preparing for trials.
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Our Sessions
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All YBFA sessions are open to boys and girls.
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Friday ‘Open Sessions’ (Ages 4–14)
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Our Friday sessions run every week at Drapers Field, Leyton High Road, E15 2BP, from 5pm to 7pm.
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These are mixed-ability sessions for ages 4 to 14, focused on fun, development, and building confidence in a supportive environment.
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Small Group Sessions
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Tuesdays: Ages 6 to 14
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Sundays: Ages 4 to 14
These smaller group sessions offer more focused technical development, allowing coaches to spend extra time on individual improvement.
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1-to-1 Coaching
Private one-to-one sessions are available throughout the week.
Duration: 1 hour
Location and times: Arranged after booking.
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Player Development
At YBFA, we support players at every stage of their journey. Players who attend regularly will get the most out of the programme, as we continuously track their development.
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When appropriate, we guide players towards trial opportunities and help them prepare for the next level.
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What You’ll Need
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Training kit
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Shinpads
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Astroturf trainers
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Water bottle
All YBFA sessions run all year round on a high-quality 4G all-weather pitch at Drapers Field.
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Join Us
We look forward to welcoming you to YBFA.
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Book your space below.
