BLACKBURN
UNITED
GIRLS TEAMS
OUR PROGRAMME FOR GIRLS
AGE 5-7
FIRST STEPS
A fun introduction to football, helping young girls build confidence, movement and basic ball skills.
AGE 8-10
SKILLS AND CONFIDENCE
Developing control, teamwork, passing, dribbling and understanding of the game through enjoyable sessions.
AGE 11-13
FIRST STEPS
Helping players improve technique, confidence and match understanding through training and small-sided games.
TRAINING & CLUB GAMES
WEEKLY TRAINING
Structured training sessions designed to improve skills, technique, fitness and teamwork.
CLUB GAMES
Players take part in fun and competitive small-sided games within the club to practise what they learn.
SAFE ENVIRONMENT
Sessions are delivered in a supportive, inclusive and respectful environment for girls aged 5 to 13.
HOW TO JOIN
GET IN TOUCH
Contact the club with your child’s age and football experience.
ATTEND A SESSION
Come along to a training session and meet the coaches and players.
JOIN US
Your child can start enjoying our sessions and become part of the club.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What age groups do you currently run?
Our girls football programme is for girls aged 5 to 13.
Do players need previous football experience?
No, previous football experience is not required. The sessions are designed to help girls learn, improve and build confidence at their own pace.
Do the girls teams compete in a league?
At the moment, the girls football programme is focused on training, development and games within the club rather than league competition.
Where do girls football sessions take place?
Sessions take place locally in Blackburn. Please contact the club for the latest training location and times.
How do I enquire about joining?
You can contact the club through the website and include the player’s age, football experience and your preferred contact details.
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Blackburn United FC is a community-focused football club built to give players of all ages a place to train, compete and develop. Since 1995, the club has supported grassroots football across Blackburn and the wider North West.
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