About Us

Club

Based in Wolverhampton we are a 2 star England FA accredited club. Formed in 2017 and affiliated to Birmingham FA. We are a part of the FA Clubs programme being a part of this means The Club Programme helps your club to grow your way. For now, and for the future. By providing access to experts, we can equip and empower your club to be your best

development centre

Our development centre is the heartbeat of our club. Taking on players from Reception to year 6. Our development centre sessions are structured to improve players Technically, Tactically, Physically and Socially. Whether you have played before or are brand new to football, the development centre is for you.

other services

We offer other services such as.

Half Term Camps
121 & small group sessions
After School Clubs

volunteers & coaches

AFC Wolves are always looking for new volunteers and coaches. We offer a volunteer programme to help upskill and enhance our club volunteers. courses we provide support on include:

EE Playmaker
Introduction to football
UEFA C
UEFA B
First aid
Safeguarding

Plus much more

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at contact@afcwolves.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

How can my child join a grassroots football club?

You can sign up to AFC Wolves via our website.

Where are AFC Wolves sessions held?

Our Development centre sessions are Wolverhampton College, Bilston Campus, WV14 6BT

How often are training sessions and matches held at AFC Wolves?

Training sessions are once a week and League games are every weekend during September and May with non game weeks during the school half term periods.

What are the registration fees and costs associated with grassroots football?

The cost of registration fees and other associated costs vary from club to club. Typically it will cost between £5 & £10 for a grassroots football training session. Our Development centre sessions are priced at £7 weekly or £25 monthly.

What are the benefits of my child participating in grassroots football?

There are lots of benefits to your child participating in grassroots football. There are the physical benefits of being physically active. There is also a great social side to grassroots football with many lifelong friendships starting at grassroots football cubs and teams.

What equipment does my child need for grassroots football?

Your child will need clothing suitable for playing football, Football boots and/or Trainers suitable for Astro-Turf.

What is the age range for children to participate in grassroots football clubs?

At AFC Wolves children can train with us from the age of 5 (School year reception) however children can not play league games until they are 7

How can I get involved as a parent in supporting my child's grassroots football team?

There are many ways to get involved as a with supporting your childs grassroots football team. We are always on the lookout for people to help at AFC Wolves. if you would like to know more about offering some help then please contact us at contact@afcwolves.com

Are there any specific rules or regulations for grassroots football tournaments or leagues?

Each league and tournament will operate with different variations of rules. to find out a specific league or tournaments rules head to that leagues website. Links to the Football Association and the Walsall league can be found on our website

My Child will miss some training sessions and matches will this affect my subscriptions fees?

No, your fees will not be affected and there is no fines or charges for missing training or games. Subscription fees are set at the beginning of each season and do not change if your child misses a training session or a game.

How can grassroots football contribute to my child's personal development and character-building?

Grassroots football is well known for improving confidence, people skills, discipline, motivation, adaptability amongst many other things.

Are there any additional costs beyond registration fees that I should be aware of?

There may be fundraising events held by the club and/or Teams. Plus kit and equipment cost. However there is no obligation to buy club kit and/or equipment

Are there any resources or programs available to help parents understand the rules and regulations of grassroots football?

https://www.teamgrassroots.co.uk/laws-of-the-game/

Can parents observe training sessions or are they limited to only watching matches?

Parents are permitted to watch training sessions. We ask that all parents stay off the training field as this area is permitted for Players and Coaches only. this is put in place to help safeguard our players.

Are there any specific requirements or recommendations for the type of footwear that my child should wear?

You can buy football boots from our shop. We recommend players wear molded studs or trainers suitable for astro turf. these types of footwear are known as AG (All Ground) and FG (Firm Ground)

Can parents provide input or suggestions for improvements to the grassroots football club's facilities or infrastructure? Remember, specific policies and practices may vary between different grassroots football clubs, so it's always best to reach out to the club directly for accurate and up-to-date information.