for Individuals
MP Coaching Programmes
At MP Coaching, we’re dedicated to cultivating the talents of young and elite players.
Ready to play
How will the Mike Phelan Coaching team work with your organisation?
All our clients are different in ability, age, sex and aspirations whether that be players or coaches. At MPC we bring elite practices to your environment and work with you to be the best you can possibly be while drawing on lessons from the very top. The most unique and first hand coach and player education system in the world delivered by the owners themselves.
Reality, Not Theory.
These descriptors are headline concepts taken from the demand and questions arising from players in the grassroots, school, college and also elite pathway systems pre professional football. The sessions are derivatives and versions of first team sessions utilised with champions league and premier league winning footballers and individual practices of some of the world’s greatest players.
- Train with experienced coaches who bring expertise from local and international football cultures.
- Participate in both solo and group drills that replicate real-game scenarios.
FIELD TOPICS
Warm Ups: The generic purpose of a warm up is to energise both physical and psychological systems ready for game play or training. The MP Coaching team will help you think about and design your warm ups to maximise training sessions and match performance.
Defensive Play: How do individuals and units achieve cohesive understanding of how to defend, what to defend, where to defend and why.
Defensive Play: The link between re starts in possession and controlling a game through multiple styles of play.
Midfield play: The role and responsibilities of a midfield player and midfield units and how to go about being the complete positional specialist.
Attacking play: Creating goalscoring opportunities and entering the final third working with 7, 9 or 11 a side systems.
Goalscoring: Finishing sessions are an excuse for poorly executed goalscoring training. The art of not missing and the reality of deliberate practice for goal scorers.
Elite Technical Training: The mastery of the fine detail in handling, passing and receiving the ball
Games for pressured development. Using small sided games to take learning and development into live and pressured environments.
CLASSROOM TOPICS
Thinking like an elite player: How will my knowledge of football benefit my on field performance.
Performance analysis: Using self reflection and past game or training footage and data to facilitate progression, development and improved performance.
Inside Professional Sport: The wider opportunities for the modern school, college or university player in the fields of science, data, performance analytics, technology, nutrition, psychology and sport science.
Generation Z / Generation Alpha: Modern technology, digital natives and how todays generation consume information and how this can be facilitative for sports performance and athletic development.
Classroom sessions are all taken from academically robust practices being utilised in elite sports operations on a daily basis. These sessions will be contextualized to the learners and will advance knowledge and efficiency of both players and coaches alike.
These descriptors are headline concepts taken from the demand and questions arising from players in the grassroots, school, college and also elite pathway systems pre professional football. The sessions are derivatives and versions of first team sessions utilised with champions league and premier league winning footballers and individual practices of some of the world’s greatest players.
Solution focused coaching
Our approach is rooted in years of experience and a passion for nurturing talent. We combine expert coaching, personalized attention,
and state-of-the-art techniques to create a transformative experience for every player.
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"Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice, and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do." – Pelé
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Frequently asked
questions
We understand you may have questions about our programs and services. Below, you’ll find answers to some of the most common inquiries to help you get started with MP Coaching. If you don’t see your question here, feel free to contact us directly—we’re happy to assist.
Who can participate in MP Coaching programs?
Our programs are designed for young players, football teams, schools, colleges, academies, and aspiring players and coaches.
Where do the sessions take place?
Sessions are held at local facilities, educational institutions, or our designated training locations. International camp details vary by program.
What does a typical training session include?
Sessions focus on technical skills, tactical understanding, and physical fitness, incorporating drills, game scenarios, and performance feedback.
Do I need previous experience to join?
No, we welcome players of all experience levels, from beginners to advanced athletes aiming for professional trials.
Can parents attend or observe the sessions?
Yes, parents are welcome to watch and receive updates on their child’s progress after the session.
Do you offer remote coaching?
Yes! We provide virtual mentorship sessions, including video analysis and tailored fitness plans, for players unable to attend in person.
