FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Every child is different, so it is really never too late to start playing football. Our Introduction classes start at age 18 months and continue to 8 years old, with everyone welcome. We begin by teaching basic football skills such as dribbling and scoring in a fun and welcoming environment, so we recommend trying our introduction classes as soon as your child is 18 months old and a confident walker. Trial classes are available so why not give Sportivos a go!

Some children may not express an interest in football until they are a bit older. Our Recreation classes are for 3.5 – 5 year olds or our Development classes are for children aged 5 – 8 years.

As well as our Sportivos football classes for toddlers and children, we have a highly recommended Primary Schools Sports Programme which introduces children to Archery, Tri-Golf and Multi-skills.

Sportivos provide pre-school toddler football classes throughout Cumbria and Lancashire. We currently hold weekly weekend classes for boys and girls aged 18 months to 8 years old in Lancaster, Morecambe, Kendal, Lindale and Carlisle. Please visit www.sportivos.co.uk or find our social feeds @sportivos_uk to find out more.

The classes are held indoors and on warmer / dry days we run the classes outside on grass at venues where grass is accessible.

Lancaster – Mooreside Primary school, Bowerham Rd, Lancaster LA1 4HT

Morecambe – Great Wood Primary school, 62 Beaufort Rd, Morecambe LA4 6UA

Lindale – Lindale Village hall, Back Road, Lindale, LA11 6LE

Kendal – Dean Gibson School, Hawesmead Avenue, Kendal LA9 5HB

Carlisle – Botcherby Community Centre, Victoria Rd, Carlisle CA1 2UE | Belah Community Centre, Briar Bank, St Ann’s Hill, Carlisle CA3 9SR

This is where your child’s love of sport begins. A fun and welcoming class which introduces your little one to sport in a positive and engaging environment. Parents or carers are required to offer a helping hand as toddlers in this age group will struggle to follow instructions and participate fully without additional support. Through imaginative games your child will begin to learn the core football skills such as dribbling, passing and scoring as well as developing: 

  • Gross motor skills
  • Co-ordination and balance
  • Speech and language
  • Social skills such as taking turns and teamwork.

Classes run for 45 minutes and consist of warm-up activities to begin with, followed by fun games that keep everyone active throughout the session.

Children are now able to follow instructions and participate independently so parents can now take a well-earned break and enjoy watching from the side lines. Through imaginative games your child will begin to learn the core football skills such as dribbling, passing and scoring as well as developing:

  • Gross motor skills  
  • Co-ordination and balance
  • Speech and language 
  • Social skills such as taking turns and teamwork
  • Progressing to more advanced ball skills, invasion games and races

Classes run for 45 minutes and consist of warm-up activities to begin with, followed by fun games that keep everyone active throughout the session.

These sessions further develop the core football skills learned in our Recreation classes which are then applied to matches. Children learn about positions, teamwork and rules of play in this fast-paced session.

Classes run for 50 minutes and consist of fun and imaginative warm-up activities to begin with, skills practice and development, followed by game time at the end.

Introduction: 18 months – 3.5 years – 45 minutes

Recreation: 3.5 – 5 years – 45 minutes

Development: 5 – 8 years – 50 minutes

Our classes run all year round so we offer a hassle free recurring monthly registration. Lessons are paid monthly in advance and must be paid in full prior to commencing the classes. Subsequent monthly payments will be taken automatically on your chosen monthly date.

We understand that registering for a month in advance and paying is a big commitment. Therefore, if after your first 14 days you decide that Sportivos is not for you, we will offer a full refund.

Unfortunately we do not accept payment in person on the day. If you need assistance paying by card via the website please contact us via [email protected].

In order for us to be able to offer a monthly registration our policy is to hold one month’s fees as a deposit which will be credited back to your Sportivos account if you cancel your monthly plan. It will then be refunded minus any amounts due upon cancellation. Please be aware we do not give credit for lessons within the 30 day notice period if you are unable to attend, unless discussed with head office in advance.

Please log in to our customer portal to cancel your registration. Following the 14 day trial period, cancellations require one month notice period.

In the first instance check our website, under book now or visit our social pages. If you cannot see a class nearby then please email [email protected] to see what classes we have starting soon in your area.

Something comfortable such as shorts or leggings, a t-shirt and trainers. We sell Sportivos t-shirts in bright orange or navy for £13 so please get in touch if you would like to buy one [email protected] 

Parents are only required to offer additional help in our youngest introduction class for age 18 months – 3.5 year olds. 

It is very common for children and adults alike to be shy so we are used to helping these children feel comfortable and come out of their shell. We have found that the key to unlocking a shy personality is to give them the time and space they need to express themselves. We pride ourselves on our pressure free and friendly atmosphere at our classes.

Yes, we run classes for 48 weeks of the year, closing only for the bank holidays at Christmas, New Year, Easter and the first May bank holiday. From time to time, for special family commitments, we need to cancel classes if another coach isn’t available. All customers will receive advance notice of cancellations and will receive a refund for the class.

Yes, we offer the best football birthday parties for children from age 2 years old up to, well until they are too cool for a group party! As well as our bespoke football parties for all age groups we can also offer Archery and Tri-golf parties for children aged 5 years and older. Please click here for more details.

We are very flexible so please get in touch with your requirements. Please click here for more details.

Yes, we are very flexible so please get in touch with your requirements. The birthday boy or girl will receive a trophy, medal and football picture book so there will be an additional cost to provide these for a joint party. Please click here for more details.

Yes, our inclusive School Sports Programme is specially developed for Nursery and Primary aged school children. We offer weekly PE sessions as well as an after school club programme and can provide football, archery, tri-golf, multi-skills and dodgeball. 

We can also provide PE support to schools for children with additional learning needs.

Please click here to find out more or email us at [email protected]