SIMON JACKSON

I launched SJ Football Coaching in November 2021. With over 20 years of coaching experience, an extensive understanding of youth development and a desire to provide opportunities to help the next generation of young male and female footballers, I brought my vision to life and created a venue where children of all abilities are able to train and play together in a fun, safe environment.

I am a fully qualified professional football coach and i hold the prestigious UEFA A License along with the Full FA Youth Award. These qualifications were awarded to me by the English Football Association. At SJ Football Coaching, we pride ourselves on providing a safe and fun environment. I and all of our coaches are qualified to the FA Level two Emergency First Aid in Football and we are all enhanced DBS checked.

I have a vast history and experience in youth development having held roles within the Foundation and Youth development phases within both the grassroots and professional game. I also have over 8 years of coaching experience working with some of the best young talent at the Norwich City Football Clubs Category One Premier League Academy.

I am able to connect and build relationships with my players by using a wide range of coaching techniques in order to create an environment where the players are having fun at the same time as learning.

I recognise that not every child learns in the same way therefore, I tailor my sessions to suit the needs of the individual, instead of using a one size fits all approach. All players will be personally challenged to develop specific skills.

I am married to my wife Gemma and we have two children, Rory (13) and Willow (11) both of whom also attend my weekly training sessions at Hartismere.