Growing players
on & off the pitch
Many football academies focus solely on technical and skills training. Character development tends to be incidental, while academics and life skills - both crucial for long-term success - are often overlooked. At GOAL360, we offer a truly holistic programme that appeals to parents who value not only sporting excellence, but also a well-rounded education.
The GOAL360 Development Pathway is a holistic approach to youth development, supporting young footballers both in their sporting journey and in their growth as learners and individuals.
Within the pathway, we offer two tracks, designed to meet players where they are and support them appropriately.
For players enrolled in GOAL360 training, this pathway combines:
Structured football sessions
Academic mentoring
Character and life skills enrichment
Mentoring and reflective practice
Rather than treating football, learning, and character development as separate areas, we intentionally connect them. Players learn how habits developed in training - discipline, focus, responsibility - can support their learning and personal growth. The aim is not just improvement in football, but helping players learn how to manage increasing demands with confidence over time.
Programme Structure
Each child attends 3 sessions weekly, totalling 5.5 hours per week (~22 hours per month):
Session 1 (1.5 hrs): Football Training | Tactical & skills development + gameplay + conditioning
Session 2 (2 hrs): Football Training | Differentiated individual/small group drills + tactical & skills development + gameplay + conditioning
Session 3 (2 hrs): Academic Mentoring / Character & Life Skills Enrichment
The programme is delivered over 4 terms in a year, each comprising 12 weeks.
GOAL360 INTEGRATED TRACK
Train. Think. Grow.
Where football builds focus, discipline, and character - without touching a ball.
Designed for players who train with other academies, this programme provides:
Structured academic mentoring
Character and life skills enrichment
Mentoring and reflective practice
Football is used as the context for learning - not just content.
The focus is on building the habits behind sustained performance - not chasing short-term outcomes.
This is not tuition; it’s performance support tailored to young athletes.
Programme Structure
Each child attends 1 session weekly, totalling 2 hours per week (~8 hours per month).
Each session comprises either 2 hours of academic mentoring or 1 hour of academic mentoring + 1 hour of character & life skills enrichment.
The OPPL schedule will be sent at the start of every term.
The programme is delivered over 4 terms in a year, each comprising 12 weeks.
OFF-PITCH PERFORMANCE LAB
