Foundation Phase
Development Centres
The AFC Wolves Development Centre is where the journey begins. In a fun, safe and inclusive environment, our youngest players build their first touches, make friends and fall in love with the game — guided by FA-qualified coaches who put smiles first and pressure last.
FA-qualified foundation coaches
Weekly skill-building sessions
Fun-first, pressure-free
Clear pathway into youth teams
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Session Locations
Open
· U5-U8 (School Years 1-3)
Development Centre - Bilston
Wednesday
6pm-7pm
City of Wolverhampton College
Wellington Road Campus
WV14 6BT
Lead: Karl Dyer
Foundation phase sessions focused on fun, ball mastery and small-sided games.
Open
· U6-U12 (School Years 1-7)
Development Centre - Darlaston
Wednesday
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Gals Black Country
Darlaston Lane
WV14 7BL
Lead: Luke Thompson
Technical and tactical development for players progressing through the pathway.
Open
· U6-U12 (Years 1-7)
Development Centre - Tipton
Saturday
10am-12pm
Gospel Oak School
Bilston Road
DY4 0BZ
Lead: Robert Hoye