Middlesbrough goalkeeper Jason Steele is helping launch a series of exciting coaching courses aimed at primary school youngsters in Newton Aycliffe. Boro’s number one keeper, from Newton Aycliffe is helping his friend, football coach Lewis Marr launch the courses to help youngsters in their transition from primary to secondary school.

The Primary Football Academy, run by Marr’s company Education Enter-prise, will enable youngsters aged from 4 to 11 years to enjoy coaching sessions with fully-qualified coaches.

For the boys and girls who don’t like football, the Enterprise Academy is hosting dance classes held by qualified dance instructors  at Woodham.

Said Jason: “When I was young there wasn’t much of a choice for young people in Newton Aycliffe, but I think Woodham are starting to attract a lot more kids through the Sports Academy”.

Lewis Marr added: “While our emphasis is based on having fun, we want to develop children’s potential to become a successful football player using a revolutionary approach to primary coaching, delivered by fully-qualified FA coaches with contacts to all local elite clubs.

“Boys and girls can also experience a wide range of dance styles during our lessons, from contemporary to street dance, while improving strength and flexibility. Young people who join the Dance Academy will have the opportunity to perform in the annual Woodham Show.”

PRIMARY FOOTBALL ACADEMY

Key Stage 1 (4-7 year-olds)Tuesdays 5-6pm (term-time only) – Sports Hall Cost: £3.50 per session (or £3 when block booking)

Key Stage 2 (8-11 year-olds)

Tuesdays 6-7pm (term-time only) – Sports Hall. Cost: £3.50 per session (or £3 when block booking) TO BOOK: Call Josh Ridley on 07903 679740, or email joshridley@educationenterprise.co.uk

DANCE ACADEMY

Key Stage 1 (4-7 year-olds)

Tuesdays 5-6pm (term-time only) – Arts Studio. Cost: £3.50 per session (or £3 when block booking).

Key Stage 2 (8-11 year-olds).

Wednesdays 4.30pm-6pm (term-time only) – Arts Studio.

Cost: £3.50 per session (or £3 when block booking).

TO BOOK: Call Hannah Wilkinson on 07951 821238, or email hannahwilkinson@educationenterprise.co.uk