EVENING TRAINING PROGRAMME
Led by Former Pro | Technical Training Sessions | Matches vs Clubs
EVE TRAINING
OVERVIEW
SUMMARY
▶ Day Thursday’s
▶ Location Bede’s Senior School, Upper Dicker
▶ Timings U6-U9 (17:30-18:45) U10-U13 (18:45-20:00)
▶ Eligibility Free trial required to confirm suitability
ACCESS
▶ Experienced FA & UEFA qualified coaches
▶ Outfield & Goalkeeper specific training
▶ Non-conflicting termly fixtures
▶ Access to all-weather pitch and modern sports complex
▶ 1:1’s available during training times
▶ Playing kit required
FEES & DISCOUNTS
▶ £12 per class
▶ Pay in 3 with Klarna
▶ 10% sibling discount
▶ Extended members discounts across additional Swerve programmes
▶ Annual joining fee + termly fee required
The academy-style course is open to school years 1-8 (ages 5-13) with classes operating every Thursday evening between 5.30pm-8pm at Bede’s Senior School.
Bede’s Senior School is located in Upper Dicker (near Hailsham) and sessions are hosted on their all-weather pitch and fields. Bede’s offer a well equipped sports complex with a large sports hall, classroom and gym for adverse weather.
The programme offers a 360° training experience that enhances each individuals technical, psychological, physical and social attributes.
Players access specialised coaches, ex-pros and high-performance trainers to develop the “complete player,” plus off-field workshops and seminars for senior teams. Programmes run only during set training times so players can still represent their clubs or academies on weekends. Players are required to trial to confirm suitability.
What can players expect from the programme?
UEFA COACHES
ALL AGES
Training is conducted by FA and UEFA certified coaches who have a wealth of knowledge
FIXTURES
ALL AGES
Players will compete against local clubs and academies from East Sussex
TRAINING
ALL AGES
Training is progressive, structured and themed
S&C
U9+
Age-appropriate strength and conditioning classes for senior groups
ANALYSIS
U10+
Selected matches will be recorded for individual and team analysis for seniors
INJURY PREVENTION
U10+
Injury prevention workshops that cover Osgood-Schlatter's, sever's disease and stretching and rolling for seniors
TALENT ID
U10+
Links with pro academies and partnered with a Bede’s school to highlight scholars
Goalkeeper specific programme has been designed for ages 8-13 and operates with seasoned goalkeeper coach Andy Foulkes.
The goalkeeper programme is very much individualised with heavy focus on technique work and attention to detail. From the 2026/27 season, the sessions will operate from every Thursday evening from 17:30-16:45.
YOUR COACHES
Our coaching staff has been meticulously assembled to guarantee the highest standards for the players in attendance.
It combines experienced former professionals with coaches who bring extensive expertise in youth football.
DAN HARDING
Ex-England U21 and EFL Championship (Southampton, Brighton, Ipswich). Dan brings elite playing experience
JAMES FRASER
Ex-pro with Bristol Rovers FC and England Schoolboys, Brighton academy representative and level 3 gym instructor
OLIVER DAVIES
U19 joint XI manager of a top 10 football school for nearly a decade, leading the programme to Hudl League titles and county cup success
CHRIS CAIN
A UEFA B licensed coach with over 10 years of coaching experience. Coaching performance initiatives across Sussex.
ANDY FOULKES
40+ years’ playing experience. Represented Sussex from U12 to senior level. Worked with Chelsea FC’s pre-academy.
TONY MORRISS
8 years’ experience in high-performance strength and conditioning and injury prevention, working with EPL pro Solly March (BHAFC)
▶TRAINING WILL BE ADAPTED TO THE PLAYERS AND THEIR INDIVIDUAL AND COLLECTIVE CHARACTERISTICS ▶SESSIONS ARE STRUCTURED, PROGRESSIVE AND GRADUAL ▶THE TRAINING ENVIRONMENT WILL BE APPROACHED IN A HOLISTIC AND INTEGRAL MANNER ▶OUR CLASSES ARE FOCUSED ON PLAYERS HAVING A GOOD DEAL WITH THE BALL ▶WE ENSURE PLAYERS ARE IN PERMANENT CONTACT WITH THE BALL FOR AN ADEQUATE AMOUNT OF TIME EACH SESSION ▶PLAYERS WILL HAVE THE SAME OPPORTUNITIES IN TRAINING AND DURING COMPETITIONS ▶WE LEAVE ASIDE THE “WIN AT ALL COSTS” MENTALITY, USING COMPETITION AS A FUNDAMENTAL PART OF THE TRAINING PROCESS ▶OUR MAIN GOAL: TO ENJOY PLAYING FOOTBALL.
METHODOLOGY
Venue Address
Bede’s Senior School
Upper Dicker
East Sussex
BN27 3QH
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FAQS
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Yes. All staff employed by Swerve Soccer are required to hold an enhanced DBS check prior to commencing work.
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This programme is not intended for complete beginners. The programme has been designed for children who already have a basic foundation and are seeking to advance their technical skills in a focused training environment.
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3x 11-aside natural grass playing pitches
Gym
All-weather pitch
Changing rooms
Large sports hall
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‣ Ball mastery warmup
‣ Individual themed focus
‣ Collective themed focus
‣ Small sided/conditioned game with emphasis on themed topic
‣ Cool down & de-brief