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PLAY 2 PERFORM
Train Smarter. Play Harder. Perform Better.
At Play 2 Perform, we offer professional academy level coaching for ambitious young players who want to develop their skills, mindset, and discipline to a high performance level.
- Min 36 weekly sessions per year
- Train and develop alongside your grassroots club
- Matches to put learning into practice
- Receive coaching from minimum UEFA A&B licensed coaches
- 3 Termly reports, Autumn, Spring Summer
- Pathways onto our post 16 education programme
- Play2Perform Kit
- Nutrition & Wellbeing Guides
- Invitation to festivals & tournaments
AUTUMN TRIALS 2025
UNDER 14-16
Monday, 18:00 – 19:00
Kingsbrook School 3G, Aylesbury
UNDER 12/13
Thursday, 17:30 – 18:30
St Michaels School 3G, Aylesbury
UNDER 6-11
Wednesday, 17:00 – 18:00
Aylesbury Vale Academy 3G, Aylesbury
Further dates available in the Autumn term.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
At Play 2 Perform, we believe that success in football is earned through a relentless comittment to development, dedication, and detail. Our philosophy is built around 5 core pillars that shape not only better players, but better people.
1. HARD WORK OVER HYPE
We value effort and attitude above all. Natural talent means nothing without consistent work ethic.
Every player is expected to train with intensity, focus, and a willingness to push through challenges. High Performance is made when no one is watching.
2. TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE NON NEGOATIABLE
We develop players who are comfortable on the ball, under pressure, and in every position on the pitch.
From first touch to passing range, our training prioritises mastery of the fundamentals – because the game demands it.
3. THINK THEN PLAY
Our players are not just athletes – they’re students of the game.
We teach spatial awareness, movement, decision-making, and how to adapt in different systems. Football IQ is what separates good from great.
4. MENTALITY MATTERS
Confidence, resilience, and composure are key. We develop players who can handle adversity, stay humble in success, and remain driven regardless of the environment.
Growth mindsets create high performance.
5. CHARACTER COUNTS
We create leaders, teammates, and respectful competitors.
Players at Play 2 Perform are expected to show respect for coaches, officials, and each other – on and off the pitch.
Discipline and humility are part of our DNA.
PLAYER CENTERED APPROACH
INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT
The growth of the player — physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially.
Our coaching is delivered to the individual’s learning style, ability, and personality.
EMPOWER PLAYERS
We encourage players to take ownership of their learning and decision-making.
Players are involved in goal-setting and reflecting on their performance.
POSITVE RELATIONSHIPS
Building strong, respectful, and supportive relationships between coaches and players.
The emotional well-being and psychological safety are prioritised.
ACTIVE LEARNING
Coaches guide rather than dictate; players are encouraged to solve problems and think critically.
Using questions and feedback to foster understanding and awareness.
SEROUS FUN
We recognise that fun and enjoyment drive long-term engagement in sport.
Building intrinsic motivation rather than relying solely on external rewards.
LONG TERM DEVELOPMENT
We focus on developing long lasting life skills, not just immediate performance or winning games.
TRAINING PHASE EXAMPLE
We help prepare players for professional academy trial opportunities – where football can become a dream, not just a hobby. That means high performance every session, clear individual development plans, and a pathway based on ability.
INDIVIDUAL AUTUMN
Technical/Tactical
- Repetition & Refinement of skills
- Learning to make decisions
- Small sided & match situations
- Overloads/underloads
INDIVIDUAL SPRING
Technical/Tactical
- Repetition & Refinement of skills
- Learning to make decisions
- Small sided & match situations
- Overloads/underloads
GROUPS SUMMER
Technical/Tactical
- Work on principles of attacking/Defending
- Possession & transitions
- Focus on tactical awareness
- Game related Understanding
PLAYER PATHWAY
UNDER 6-8's FUNDAMENTALS
Developing a player’s love for the game through small sided games, duals and fundamental movements.
UNDER 9-11's LEARNING TO TRAIN
Developing a player’s love for the game through small sided games, duals and fundamental movements with an emphasis on 1v1’s 2v2’s to learn aspects of the game such as dribbling, RWTB, finishing, transitions to attack/defence.
UNDER 12-16's TRAINING TO PERFORM
The phase emphasises holistic development, including physical, technical, tactical, psychological, and social growth.
Players will continue to develop their understanding of the game through match related scenarios,
UNDER 17-19's TRAINING TO WIN
Our players will have the opportunity upon leaving year 11 to join our full-time football & education programme. The programme allows players to study BTEC level 3Sport qualifications with pathways not. only in football but to the US, University, apprenticeships and industry employment.
BEYOND BASE SEMI/PRO CLUBS
We provide players joining Play 2 Perform/BASE with the opportunity to move onto step football (non league) we have direct links with local clubs to allow our players to progress.