About Us

Fun and inclusive football for 2-6 year olds

Our Story

Born From a Love of Football

Born in America and brought to the UK in 2008, we've inspired and trained over 5,000 Squirts to date — and we're just getting started.

Our journey began in the United States, where we discovered the incredible impact football could have on a child's development. We brought that vision home to the North East of England, and haven't looked back since.

We believe the beautiful game should be fun and inclusive for everyone. We deliver our classes with passion and positivity, helping every child grow — whether they come to score goals or to make new friends.

"We are one BIG family and football is more than just a sport to us — it's a way to inspire, encourage healthy habits, and learn new skills that last forever!"

5,000+ Squirts Trained

10+ Years Established

20+ Years Combined Experience

⭐ 5/5 Parent Rating

5 Current Venues

Meet the Founders

The Team Behind Football Squirts

Matt Lawn

Director & Founder

As Director of Football Squirts, Matt oversees and delivers classes that represent the mission of making football fun and engaging for young children. His role focuses on managing the day-to-day running of the business and ensuring the quality of all classes.

It's incredibly rewarding to see the joy and excitement on the squirts' faces as they build confidence, motor skills and develop their fundamental movement skills.

Chris Towers

Director

Chris has been a director of Football Squirts for almost two years. Having the ability to make children excited about football is something he will always feel privileged about.

Chris completed his degree and PGCE in Sports and Exercise along with FA Level 1 & 2 qualifications. He worked for Sunderland Football Club and the Foundation of Light before joining Football Squirts.

Our Values

What We Stand For

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Fun First

Every session is designed to be enjoyable. When children have fun, they learn naturally and develop a lifelong love of sport.

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Inclusive

Football is for everyone. We warmly welcome children of all abilities, backgrounds, and genders, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child feels valued, supported, and able to thrive in our sessions.

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Family

We're one big Football Squirts family, where parents are encouraged to be part of the journey. By getting involved, you can share in your child's development, build their confidence, and create special memories together.

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Development

Building confidence while developing key football skills such as ball control, balance, coordination, and movement, all through fun, age-appropriate activities that also support social interaction and overall development.

Our Coaches

Passionate, Experienced & DBS Checked

At Football Squirts, we take pride in our team of fun, friendly, passionate, and experienced coaches. Each coach undergoes enhanced DBS checks and is chosen for their enthusiasm for sports and dedication to working with young children.

Our mission is to inspire young children to embrace the joy of sports from an early age, fostering healthy habits and a happy future. With a commitment to professionalism, our coaches deliver Football Squirts sessions with energy and care.

✓ FA Qualified

✓ Enhanced DBS Checked

✓ First Aid Trained

✓ Safeguarding Certified

Want to Join Our Team?

We're incredibly proud of our amazing team. If you're passionate about coaching and want to join the Football Squirts family, we'd love to hear from you.

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