Football coaching in Widnes

Developing young players and creating the future pathway into Pex Hill FC.

Pex Hill Academy is about getting children playing football, enjoying the game and building confidence from the very start. Our sessions support young players as they learn, develop and progress towards the Pex Hill FC pathway, with opportunities for both Academy and Wildcats players.

First sessionFree
Academy monthly£25/month
Academy PAYG£6.50
Wildcats monthly£17/month

Start here

Choose monthly membership or a one-off PAYG booking.

Want to become a regular Academy or Wildcats member? Choose the monthly membership route. Only looking for a single session? Use the one-off PAYG route through Spond Discover instead. Monthly memberships and one-off PAYG bookings are separate.

Sessions & pricing

First session free, then choose the option that works best.

Important: monthly membership is for regular members. If you only want a single session, please use the one-off PAYG booking route via Spond Discover.

All sessions are based at OCA, Widnes — Ormiston Chadwick Academy, Liverpool Road, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 7HU. This helps parents looking for kids’ football coaching in Widnes, girls’ football in Widnes, Wildcats football and a pathway into Pex Hill FC.

Wildcats Monthly Membership

£17/month

For girls attending Wildcats regularly. One-off Wildcats PAYG is £4.50 per session.

Join Wildcats Monthly

Years 3–6 & Girls’ Wildcats

5:00pm – 5:50pm

OCA, Widnes
Ormiston Chadwick Academy, Liverpool Road, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 7HU

Pre-School, Reception, Years 1 & 2

5:40pm – 6:30pm

OCA, Widnes
Ormiston Chadwick Academy, Liverpool Road, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 7HU

PAYG bookings must be made through Spond Discover. Monthly memberships are managed through the Spond Club app.

Spond setup

Monthly members join Spond Club. One-off bookings use Spond Discover.

We use Spond in two different ways. Monthly Academy and Wildcats members are added into the Spond Club app so they can receive member updates, group communication and manage their subscription. One-off PAYG players book through our Spond Discover page and are not added into the private member groups.

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Member groups

Monthly members are added to the correct private Spond group for communication and updates.

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Member payments

Memberships and subscriptions are paid and managed through the Spond app.

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One-off PAYG bookings

PAYG is for one-off bookings only and must be booked through Spond Discover, not the monthly membership signup.

Book a One-Off PAYG Session

Local football coaching

Football coaching for Widnes and surrounding areas.

Based at OCA in Widnes, Pex Hill Academy is well placed for families looking for children’s football coaching, girls’ Wildcats football and a pathway into Pex Hill FC from across Widnes, Runcorn, St Helens, Whiston, Halewood and Liverpool.

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Coaching standards

Safe, qualified and supportive coaching.

Pex Hill Academy is led by Academy Manager Martin Drury, a UEFA-qualified coach and founder of Drury Coaching. Sessions are planned and delivered with structure, care and professionalism, giving children a positive place to learn and enjoy football.

UEFA-Led Coaching

Academy sessions are overseen by Martin Drury, a UEFA-qualified coach, ensuring consistency across the programme.

DBS Checked Coaches

All coaches involved with Pex Hill Academy are fully DBS checked.

FA Safeguarding Trained

Coaches complete FA safeguarding training to help provide a safe, positive and supportive environment for every child.

About the academy

A grassroots-led academy built around fun, confidence and development.

Pex Hill Academy gives young players a positive place to start, enjoy and continue their football journey. The sessions are built around enjoyment, confidence, teamwork and age-appropriate development.

Our aim is to create an environment where children feel comfortable on the ball, make friends, learn through play and gradually build the skills and understanding needed for team football with Pex Hill FC.

What we focus on

  • Enjoyment, smiles and confidence
  • Ball mastery and core football skills
  • Learning through games and challenges
  • Teamwork, friendships and belonging
  • Preparing players for football at their own pace

Player pathway

A pathway into Pex Hill FC.

The academy is designed to fuel Pex Hill FC teams. A key aim is to help create new Under-7 teams each year where numbers, ability, commitment and coaching support allow.

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Start

Fun, age-appropriate sessions for younger players beginning their football journey.

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Develop

Regular coaching to build confidence, technical ability and understanding of the game.

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Progress

Support to move into future Pex Hill FC teams, including new U7 teams and suitable existing teams where appropriate.

Not every child starts football at the same age. Players who miss the Under-7 starting point, or who are not quite ready for team football, can continue to train with the academy and be supported towards a suitable team when the time is right.

Real academy moments

Real players. Real pathway. Real progress.

Pex Hill Academy is built around giving children positive football experiences, helping them grow in confidence, enjoy being part of a team and progress when they are ready.

Girls football players in a team huddle

Build confidence

Sessions are designed to help players feel involved, supported and confident on the ball.

Pex Hill players with winners banner

Progress into teams

A clear route towards Pex Hill FC teams when players are ready.

Girls football team standing in front of a goal

Enjoy the journey

Friendship, teamwork and enjoyment are at the heart of the academy.

Programmes

Sessions for different ages and stages.

Foundation Academy

For preschool, reception, Years 1 and 2 children starting their football journey through fun, movement and ball mastery.

Development Academy

For school years 3–6, helping players improve core skills such as dribbling, passing, receiving, turning and finishing.

Girls’ Sessions

Dedicated girls’ football opportunities, including Wildcats, helping girls build confidence, friendships and a love for the game.

Future Team Pathway

Supporting players towards future Pex Hill FC teams, including creating new U7 teams where possible.

England Football Accredited

Part of a 3 Star FA Accredited club.

Pex Hill Academy is connected to Pex Hill FC, a 3 Star FA Accredited club. This reflects the club’s commitment to good standards, safe football environments and a positive experience for players and families.

England Football Accredited Club 3 Star

Girls’ Football

Wildcats at Pex Hill Academy.

We also offer Wildcats sessions for girls, creating a fun and welcoming environment for girls to enjoy football, learn new skills and build confidence. Wildcats is available at £17 per month or £4.50 PAYG.

Wildcats is a great way for girls to start playing football, make friends and develop towards future team football when they are ready. Wildcats monthly membership is managed through Spond Club. One-off PAYG sessions must be booked through Spond Discover.

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New training kit

Our new Academy and Wildcats shirts.

We’ve introduced new Academy and Wildcats shirts to freshen the look of the programme and help players feel part of the group.

Pex Hill Academy training shirt

Academy Shirt

Blue and yellow design featuring the updated Pex Hill Academy crest.

Pex Hill Wildcats training shirt

Wildcats Shirt

Wildcats shirt design incorporating the Wildcats girls’ football identity.

Choose your route

Monthly membership or a one-off PAYG booking?

Use the monthly membership signup if you want to join as a regular Academy or Wildcats member. If you only want a one-off session, use Spond Discover for PAYG instead. PAYG customers are not added to the private member groups.

Email:pexhillfcacademy@gmail.com

Phone: 07483 211410

Instagram:@pexhillacademy

PAYG: one-off bookings must be made through Spond Discover.

Monthly MembershipOne-Off PAYG