Frequently Asked Questions

We are Maidstone based and predominantly train at Cornwallis Academy and Boughton Monchelsea Fields.

Our football coaching embraces all abilities and disabilities by ensuring everyone’s needs are met. New members are encouraged to discuss individual needs when joining, so we can ensure a tailored approach. This is something we pride ourselves on.

Yes, a number of our team are first aid trained.

Yes, our coaches are DBS checked.

Our coaches are certified at FA or UEFA level. We are constantly learning and training in new levels or techniques.

Group sessions are open to ages 4 to 14 and 1:1 recommended from 5 year upwards.

ALL abilities are welcome. Everyone has start somewhere!

Another benefit of Big Bear Football Coaching is that we don’t ask for membership fees for you to be a member! We run a pay-as-you-go system, meaning you don’t have to commit to playing/paying every week. Friday Grrrlz are £28pm, Friday 1:1 £30 (3G) for 45 mins. Saturday (group) sessions are £6 for an hour, with your first session being free of charge. Saturday 1:1 sessions are  £25 for 45 minutes.  Please also refer to our payment policy.

Grrrlz only session: Friday 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Friday 1-2-1: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Saturday coaching sessions run weekly from 8:30am – 9:30am
Saturday 1-2-1: sessions start from 10:00am and go on till 2:00pm.

Please bring a named drinks bottle to all sessions.

The pitch at Cornwallis is 4g, so moulded boots are highly recommended, but astro trainers will suffice.

Shins pads are a requirement.

We recommend wearing warm comfortable clothing and dressing for the weather.

Yes we do. Please wear appropriate clothing for the weather. Rain jackets are fine to wear.

If the pitches are waterlogged or unsafe, we will let you know as soon as possible if the sessions are cancelled.

At Cornwallis Academy, there is ample parking available onsite and is located next to the entrance to the pitches and fields.

There is a smaller car park at Boughton Monchelsea Fields, but ample roadside parking next to the venue.

Times are allocated on a weekly basis. If you have a specific time that is needed each week, please let us know and we can try to accommodate this. However, we cannot always guarantee a set time.

Unlike most coaching schools, we are not just term-time. We run throughout the year, with the exception of a short Christmas break and venue closures. Please check the dates section at the bottom of this page to see which dates we do not run.

No, most of our parties are held indoors. Something like a village hall with plenty of room is perfect. You will need to supply the indoor venue. However, if you need help securing a pitch or field, please let us know and we can see if we can help.