Welcome to Clydesdale Football Academy
Where football brings talent, friendships and the community together.
At Clydesdale Football Academy, we’re more than just a football club — we’re a local family with a shared passion for the game and a drive to help our young people thrive.
We’re building something the whole community can be proud of — a safe, welcoming place where kids love coming to train, where coaches are supported to grow, and where families feel right at home. It doesn’t matter your background, ability or experience — there’s a place here for everyone.
From our Mini Kickers to our youth squads, and our ever-growing women’s teams, everything we do is about helping people enjoy their football, build confidence, and reach their full potential — on and off the pitch.
💙 Our Values
We believe football should be about more than just winning games. It’s about bringing people together, learning life lessons, and having a laugh along the way.
At Clydesdale, we focus on:
- 🙏 Respect – for your team, your coaches, your opponents, and the game itself
- ⚖️ Fair Play – play hard, but play fair — always
- 🤝 Team Spirit – every player matters, every role counts
- 🌍 Inclusion – football is for everyone, and we mean everyone
We’re proud to be building good footballers — but even prouder to help raise kind, confident and resilient young people.
🔥 Our Football Philosophy
We want our teams to play football the right way — with energy, creativity, and purpose.
You’ll see our teams:
- Playing attacking football that’s exciting to watch
- Moving the ball quickly and playing smart
- Pressing high up the pitch whenever we can
- Being brave on the ball — no fear of mistakes
We don’t stick to just one system. We teach players the principles of the game, so they can adapt and make good decisions in any shape or style.
Most importantly, we give each player the time and support to learn at their own pace — with plenty of encouragement along the way.
👟 Teams for Everyone
Whether your wee one is just starting out, or you’re looking for a team to push on to the next level, we’ve got a place for you:
- 🧒 Mini Kickers (Ages 3+) – Fun, play-based sessions to build confidence and coordination
- 👧👦 Youth Teams (Boys & Girls) – A great mix of enjoyment, skill-building and team spirit
- 👩 Women’s Football – One of the fastest-growing parts of our club — and rightly so
- 🌱 Development Squads – For players showing that extra bit of drive and potential
Every player gets top-quality coaching, a clear development path, and the chance to enjoy their football — no matter their age or ability.
🧠 Coaching That Makes a Difference
We know that great coaches make all the difference — not just for football, but for confidence, behaviour, and enjoyment.
That’s why all our coaches work towards at least the SFA 1.3 qualification, and we support them with ongoing workshops, training and mentoring.
Our coaches aren’t just there to shout instructions — they’re there to guide, support, and inspire every player they work with.
Coerver® Coaching at Clydesdale
We proudly use Coerver® Coaching, a world-renowned training method that helps players improve their technique, confidence and creativity on the ball.
This approach focuses on:
- 🏃 Ball control and close skills
- 🔁 Repetition and practice to build confidence
- 🧠 Quick thinking and smart decision-making in games
It ties in perfectly with our belief in developing the individual, not just the team.
🏡 A Club Rooted in the Community
Clydesdale is about more than football — it’s about belonging.
We’re proud to be a club where:
- 🧒 Kids can make friends and grow in confidence
- 👨👩👧👦 Families feel welcome and involved
- 💪 Volunteers and coaches are supported and valued
- 💙 Everyone in the community can feel proud
We measure success in more than just results. For us, it’s about smiles, friendships, progress — and a love for the game that lasts a lifetime.
🚀 Ready to Get Involved?
Whether you’re looking to play, volunteer, coach, or support us from the sidelines — there’s a place for you at Clydesdale.
👉 Join the Academy. Be part of the journey.