Why our standards, structure, and values make all the difference for your child
Every parent wants their child to feel confident, safe, and supported—and that’s exactly what we deliver at Kixx. Whether you’re exploring football classes for children for the first time or searching for a football club near you, we create an environment where fun, development, and genuine care come together. From toddler football sessions to early years skill-building, we’re proud to offer a football experience that focuses on the whole child.
That approach starts with our coaches — supported by a training programme and system that ensures every Kixx session is safe, fun, and purposeful, every single time.
We Start with the Right People
At Kixx, every session begins with the right coaches—people who bring passion, energy, and a deep understanding of how children grow. Our bespoke training, including the Kixx Qualification, equips coaches with the tools they need to succeed. If you’re a coach looking to turn your passion for football into a profession, Kixx offers one of the most supportive pathways in the UK. Many of our coaches have gone on to lead sessions, take on full-time coaching roles, or even explore opportunities in football franchises. We believe in helping great people do great things.
Every Kixx coach is:
- DBS checked and safeguarding trained
- Fully inducted through the Kixx Qualification
- Guided by our five core values
- Supported to develop and grow as a coach and role model
Because at Kixx, great coaching is about more than football — it’s about creating trust, inspiring energy, and showing care.
The ORANGE Curriculum: Our Coaching Compass
Every Kixx session is structured using our six-part ORANGE curriculum, which supports children’s development in football, teamwork, confidence, and wellbeing. This curriculum is ideal for parents seeking a structured football programme for their child—one that balances technical learning with creativity, movement, and fun. Whether your little one is new to football or already showing a love for the game, the ORANGE framework ensures they’re learning in a consistent, engaging way.
- Own the Ball – Building confidence and control
- Run with the Ball – Developing agility and bravery
- Attack – Encouraging communication and teamwork in forward play
- No Way Past – Improving awareness, positioning, and defensive decision-making
- Goals, Goals, Goals! – Inspiring creativity and celebration
- Earn it Back – Teaching resilience and regaining possession
Every child has their own ball and their own space to learn, grow, and thrive — at their own pace.
The Kixx Qualification: Built for Real Impact
At Kixx, we believe that brilliant coaching starts with brilliant preparation. That’s why every coach in our team goes through The Kixx Qualification—a bespoke internal training programme designed to give our coaches the skills, confidence, and heart to deliver sessions that truly make a difference.
Far more than a tick-box course, the Kixx Qualification is grounded in real-life experience and shaped by what works best for children’s development—both on and off the pitch.
Our comprehensive training covers:
- Session planning and delivery: Making every session purposeful, exciting, and tailored to each age group.
- Child development and safeguarding: Creating a safe, supportive environment where every Kixx Superstar can thrive.
- Communication and behaviour management: Building trust, positivity, and team spirit through strong, child-centred communication.
- The ORANGE curriculum in action: Bringing our unique coaching framework to life in fun, structured, and engaging sessions.
- Understanding every stage of development: Supporting children at each stage of their growth—physically, emotionally, and socially—to help them feel confident, capable, and cared for.
Our approach is grounded in established football coaching frameworks, but adapted for younger players to maximise enjoyment, engagement, and learning. While traditional coaching models often focus heavily on technical drills, our sessions weave in movement skills, teamwork, creativity, and confidence-building—ensuring that each child not only learns the game, but grows as a person too.
These frameworks guide the flow and structure of every Kixx session, helping our coaches strike the right balance between instruction, encouragement, and freedom to play. We believe football should be fun, challenging, and meaningful—and our coaching reflects that.
But training doesn’t stop after day one.
We continue to invest in every coach with ongoing support, mentoring, and real-time feedback, helping them to grow, adapt, and always bring their best to the pitch. Whether it’s shadowing experienced team members or learning from real-world examples, our coaches are never on their own.
This approach is why Kixx coaches don’t just run sessions—they lead, inspire, and leave lasting impressions on every child they meet.
See Kixx Coaching in Action: @kixxcoaching
We’re proud to introduce our Instagram Coaching Channel, dedicated to sharing coaching excellence across the Kixx network.
Follow us now: @kixxcoaching
On the page, you’ll find:
- Real footage from sessions across the UK
- Best-practice coaching techniques
- The ORANGE curriculum brought to life
- Tips and insight from our senior coaching team
- Celebrations of the brilliant coaches making it happen every week
It’s your chance to go behind the scenes — and see what makes a Kixx session so special.
Why It Matters to You as a Parent
When you bring your child to Kixx, you’re choosing more than just a class—you’re joining a football family that puts children’s wellbeing and development first. Whether you’re looking for football coaching for kids aged 2 to 10, a football club for toddlers, or simply a place where your child feels supported and valued, Kixx offers a space where confidence, skills, and friendships grow.
Here’s what that means in practice:
- A structured, consistent learning environment
- Coaches who are professionally trained and supported
- A curriculum that builds both football and life skills
- A culture of care, safety, and encouragement
- A team that always puts children first
We never forget that parents are trusting us with something incredibly important — and that’s a responsibility we’re proud to carry.
Follow. Discover. Join the Kixx Family.
Follow @kixxcoaching on Instagram to see our coaching approach in action
Register your child today at www.kixx.org.uk
Got a question? Call 01302 618080 or email admin@kixx.org.uk — we’re here to help.
And if you’re inspired by what we do and would like to explore more, we’d love to hear from you. Curious about how to start a football franchise or take your first steps into football coaching for children? Kixx offers coaching roles and business opportunities that are perfect for people who want to make a difference through sport. Whether you want to coach, lead, or grow your own Kixx business, we’re here to help you thrive.
