Discover & Play · Ages 3–6
Parent-supported play and a gentle first experience with a football.
FAILSWORTH · OLDHAM · GREATER MANCHESTER
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Small, supportive football groups for children from age three through to teenagers. The first session is free, and a diagnosis is not required.
Find a suitable sessionA gentler way into football
Beyond The Game is based at Co-op Academy Failsworth. We welcome children who may find a busy football club difficult, including children with autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, communication needs or low confidence.
There is no need to arrive knowing how to play. A child can watch, take a break and join in at their own pace. Groups are capped at ten so coaches can give players time and support.
Find the right starting point
Age is a starting point. We also consider confidence, experience and the support that helps a child take part.
Young Stars: Explorers · Ages 5–8
Playful games, clear demonstrations and a gentle introduction to structured football.
Young Stars: Players · Ages 7–11
Football skills and team games with patience, encouragement and time on the ball.
Teenage Stars · Ages 12–18
Age-appropriate football in a smaller group, with opportunities to develop skills and get to know other players.
Where are the sessions?
Our Failsworth sessions run on Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays around Co-op Academy Failsworth, Brierley Avenue, Manchester M35 9HA. Thursday and Sunday sessions use the Soccer Centre across the road; Saturday sessions use the school MUGA. Your booking confirmation and welcome email explain where to meet your group.
Our Failsworth venue may suit families in nearby areas such as Hollinwood, Chadderton, Oldham, Moston and Middleton. All of the sessions described here are at Failsworth.
Compare all four football groups · Information for Greater Manchester families · Autism and ADHD-friendly football
Sunday Young Stars: Players session
For ages 7–11, Sunday mornings from 10am–11am at Failsworth Soccer Centre, across from Co-op Academy Failsworth. Football skills, team games and support at your child’s pace.
Try a session before joining
The free trial is a chance to see whether the environment feels right. There is no commitment to membership. Standard group membership is £58 per month after joining.
Enquire about a free first session
What might come next?
For suitable players, BTG's work with Oldham Athletic Community Trust can offer a route towards Ability Counts League football. Competition is optional and a team place is not guaranteed.
Read the Oldham Chronicle's report of our first league match