Wolsy Academy

The Academy was established in 2000 by a group of volunteers who wanted to develop football for their children.

It is now one of the largest junior football providers in the district, boasting an average membership of 100 children and young people, with a dedicated team of volunteers and coaches.

Our overall aim is to take children of all abilities and provide opportunities for them to enjoy and progress in football.

The Academy is affiliated to the Football Association.  All coaches are qualified, including First Aid and Child Protection training.

Originally constituted to provide non-competitive football coaching, the Academy has in recent years developed a team that plays in the Russell Foster League (currently u13).   Mature Academy players are invited to join the newly formed Wolsingham Academy FC that plays in the Wear Valley Sunday League.  Both teams have weekly match reports in the Wear Valley Mercury and bi-monthly in the Weardale Gazette.  

We aim where possible to provide competitive opportunities for other age groups in tournaments and friendly matches.


Training

Training takes place at Wolsingham Recreation Ground (Fenwick Fields) on Saturday's during term time, from 10am to 12 noon, and at Wolsingham School & Community College sports hall on Thursday's (except Summer and Xmas holidays) from 6pm to 8pm.


Membership

Due to coaching ratios the Academy currently operates a waiting list for new members.  Application forms can be collected from the club secretary on Saturday morning's at the St Annes' Centre, Fenwick Fields.


Pricing

Membership subscriptions are £2 Saturday, and £1.50 Thursday.


Support

Wolsingham Football Academy relies on volunteers and volunteer coaches.  If interested please contact the club (via Wolsingham sports hall).  Full training is offered, including the FA Level 1 Coaching Award.