First Kicks — ages 4 to 6

First Kicks is an introduction to football for young children, designed to help them build confidence, learn basic football skills and develop a love for the game in a fun and friendly environment.

Sessions are age-appropriate for all abilities and focus on movement, coordination, ball skills and simple football-based games — making sure children enjoy themselves and feel comfortable taking their first steps into football.

What to expect

Sessions are led by Coach Will and assisted by a member of WDR staff. They run for an hour, with around 45 minutes of games, football techniques, confidence-building and teamwork, and short water breaks throughout to keep everybody going.

Fun football activities and games, movement and coordination, getting comfortable with the ball, simple skills, learning through play, building confidence and independence — and plenty of encouragement.

Become a Mini Bee or a Mini Badger

We are proudly in partnership with Harborough Town Football Club and Borough Alliance. Harborough Town’s mascot is a bee, Borough Alliance’s is a badger. Once your child signs up, they receive a free training t-shirt.

Mini Bee training t-shirts are proudly sponsored by Nathan Perry Carpentry and Building Services Ltd. Mini Badger t-shirts are proudly sponsored by JS Scaffolding Services Ltd.

What to bring

Comfortable sports clothing they can move around in, and footwear suitable for kicking a ball. Once signed up, we would love them to wear their Mini Bee or Mini Badger training top. Bring a water bottle — there is a refill point on site, just ask a member of the WDR team.

Do parents stay?

For ages 4 to 6, we recommend a parent or guardian stays on site, with the child taking part independently. For a small additional cost, parents can use the gym during the session.

We have a dedicated seating area with tables and chairs where parents can relax and watch, and colouring activities for younger siblings.