Discovery Bay Dragons

Our football coaching programme enables kids to learn the skills of the game in a fun, safe environment. We teach kids to play with competence and flair!

Little Dragons

Little Dragons has been designed for the natural physical progression of children aged 2.5 to 4 years old and is an exceptional way for parents to be involved in their child’s development, in a safe and fun environment.

Our classes are created to embrace the needs of our students and to appeal to their energetic side through running, jumping, kicking, throwing, catching, hoping and special exercises to enhance balance, freedom of movement and body awareness. Infants will learn to participate in a group and respond to directions while developing confidence and self-esteem.

The aim of our program is for students to develop positive attitudes towards physical activity and sports while enjoying the pure pleasure of movement.

**A parent or guardian is expected to participate and to give individual attention to their own child, which will allow for that quality one on one time that we all crave.

Junior and Senior Program's

PLEASE NOTE: Children that attend the once a week program must train on Fridays, unless specifically discussed with Greg. The reason for this is that if as a club, we put your child that plays an hour a week with children that play 3-4 hours a week they will lose confidence and as football is all about success they may not play again. I have seen this happen and am very strict on this issue as I never want to lose children this way.

How do the sessions work?

Children are placed in groups for training based on age as well as ability and experience. All children are assessed during their first few sessions and then placed in a class which best fits their playing ability. There is a maximum of 16 children per trainer.

As their skills advance and match competence improves, all students will have the chance to progress to a more advanced class.

What about tournaments & matches?

Competition is a valuable tool for developing football skills, team-building and social development. Winning is important for developing a child’s self-esteem, but losing is equally important in learning sportsmanship. Our focus is on a positive, spirited performance rather than the final score.

The first available matches/tournaments for players is at eight years of age or older, depending on ability. We will however organise friendly matches, where possible, for children under this age to allow them to test their skills and have some fun!

Please refer to the online calendar of events for match and tournament details.

Key skills taught include:

Ball mastery
Ball control and technique
Team work and support
Defensive and attacking skills and awareness
Tactical awareness
Game related match strategies

Our ultimate aim is to help each child progress, and nurture their talent on the football field. To achieve their goals in a fun enviroment.

Key Facts

Class capacity: 16 Children maximum per coach.
What you will need: Size 3 football for children U8 and younger or Size 4 for U9 years old and up and a drink of WATER .Each student will receive a DB Dragons uniform and socks for FREE of charge upon registering and is a one time offer.
Children aged 5 and up MUST bring Shin Pads to every lesson otherwise they may not be allowed to play as explained in the FIFA rules

How old are the students?

We offer coaching for children aged 3 to 15. Children of all ages, abilities and backgrounds are welcome.

Who does the training?

Our coaches have over 25 years experience in working with children and football coaching. See the “Coaches & staff” page for more details.

Once a week student program in Discovery Bay

Under 5's (3:30-4:30pm Fridays at Discovery College) and Over 5's (5:00-6:00pm Fridays at DBIS) Junior Team (Once per week)

This squad work on developing their A,B,C (Agility, Balance & Co-ordination) with more ball control with fun related football games.

Over 8's (6:00-7:00pm Fridays at DBIS) Junior Team (Once per week)

These age group consist of all sorts of players with some match experience. Although still developing the finer ball skills, these players are now working on all their 1v1 skills, attacking, defending and teamwork which becomes apparent as students start to learn that support both on & off the ball is very important.

Twice per week student program in Discovery Bay

Under 5's (3:30-4:30pm Mon/Fri at Discovery College) Junior Team (twice per week)

This squad work on improving movement, agility and ball skills with great games within a guided discovery theme. They also start 1v1 competitions.

Under 6 & 7's (5:00-6:00pm Mon/Weds at DBIS ) Junior Team (twice per week)

Players in this group have now got some ball control together with great movement and agility. They are now practicing faints, step-overs, drag-backs & turns to further develop their attacking 1-on-1 skills.

Under 8's (6:00-7:00pm Mon/Weds at DBIS ) Junior Team (twice per week)

These teams consist of intermediate to advanced players with some match experience. Although still developing the finer ball skills, these players are now looking for options like teammates in great positions. Teamwork becomes apparent as students start to learn that support both on & off the ball is very important.

Under 9 & 10's (3:30-5:00pm Tues/Thurs at CC) Senior Team (twice per week)

These teams are advanced to elite players. Their ball mastery skills are so advanced that each player has the ability to beat the best defender. With the tactical awareness that they possess plus their teamwork, makes these players ready to challenge any team in The Hong Kong Junior Football League.

Under 11 & 12's (5:00-6:30pm Tues/Thurs at DBIS ) Senior Team (twice per week)

This squad of elite players are more aware that each player has a position to play, which is an important part of the teams performance. With strong individual skills this team is playing some of its best football. The attitude is great from this squad with each player having a positive influence on the team.

Under 13 & 14's (6:30-8:00pm Tues/Thurs at DBIS ) Senior Team (twice per week)

This squad of elite players now move to 11 a side. We work on phase of plays to enhance their ability to play as a unit as well as individual development.

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