QUALIFICATIONS
At FFA we are passionate about recruiting the best coaches to help support our players development and well-being.
All our coaches are FA Qualified and hold both FA Accredited First Aid and Safeguarding Certifications as a minimum.
Welfare for our players is a key priority and all our coaches hold Enhanced DBS Check clearance.
With our sessions holding a specific focus on football fitness, our coaches have studied Sports Conditioning at some point during their career. Each coach has extensive knowledge in both anatomy and physiology to build training programmes which enhance performance.
If you have any concerns with your players welfare, then please do contact our Welfare Officer - Yasin Virani
YASIN VIRANI - DIRECTOR
Yas has played football for a over three decades and after suffering a major injury, he turned his attention to coaching and supporting young players in developing the right skills to excel their game and understand the importance of body conditioning.
After studying Sports Science at University and obtaining various FA qualifications. Yas has coached at several clubs and is a UKSCA Member and part of S&C Education Programme.
Specialisations:
- Physical Strength & Conditioning
- Plyometric Training
- Footwork and SAQ Training
RHYS WATERS - S&C COACH
Rhys has been with the FFA team for over two years. He is learning and developing his style to support players elevate their game. Alongside his FA Level 1 Coach qualification, Rhys is an FA qualified referee and has obtained great tactical knowledge of the game. He is able to deliver match related sessions, specifically to meet the goals of our players.
Specialisations:
- Power & Fitness Training
- Match Related Training
- Tactical Training
RYAN DUVAL - S&C COACH
Ryan is a passionate footballer and currently plays for Spencer's Wood, as a CDM, in the Division 1 East Berks League.
Ryan has a huge depth of knowledge around technical and physical requirements to excel in football and has a vested interest to pass this on to other aspiring footballers.
He currently studies Sports Science and focuses on Performance & Technique Analysis.
Specialisations:
- SAQ Training
- Performance Analysis
- Plyometric Training
LUKE BASS - S&C COACH
Luke has a keen interest in football and is currently taking a break in playing football to focus on his true passion - coaching. He has obtained his FA coaching qualifications and has been part of the FFA team for over three years. He is currently studying Sports Management & Performance Analysis at Bournemouth University.
Luke is able to deliver advanced sessions with specific focus around SAQ, Resistance and Plyometric Training.
Specialisations:
- SAQ Training
- Resistance Training
- Plyometric Training