Safety first.
Always.
Parents entrust us with their players' development — that trust is earned through rigorous standards, not promises. Every control below is in place, documented and regularly reviewed, so you can book with complete confidence.
Certified, insured
and accountable.
These are not aspirations — they are the baseline. Every coach, every venue, every session meets these standards before a ball is kicked.
Enhanced DBS Checks
All coaches hold an Enhanced DBS certificate for working with children. Renewed on a three-year cycle, with the update service checked before every block of sessions.
Safeguarding Children Qualification
Every coach is certified in the FA Safeguarding Children course, refreshed every two years to stay current with best practice and legislation.
First Aid in Football
All coaches hold the FA Introduction to First Aid in Football (IFAiF) qualification, ensuring immediate, competent response to any medical situation on the pitch.
Public Liability Insurance
Comprehensive public liability insurance is maintained at all times, covering coaching activities at every venue we operate from.
Coaching Liability Insurance
Professional indemnity and coaching liability insurance held alongside public liability, giving parents and players full protection during every session.
Written Risk Assessments
Each venue has a documented risk assessment covering pitch conditions, equipment, weather protocols and safeguarding — reviewed annually and after any incident.
Every session,
accounted for.
From the first intake form to the final whistle, every player is registered, consents are captured, and any incident — however minor — is logged and communicated.
Emergency Action Plan
Every venue has a site-specific emergency action plan with the nearest hospital, assembly points, and emergency contact details — accessible to all coaches on-site.
Parent Consent & Medical
Parental consent, medical conditions and emergency contacts are captured for every player at intake — reviewed before the first session and updated as needed.
Photo & Video Consent
Photo and video consent is captured separately at intake. No imagery is taken or used without explicit opt-in from the parent or guardian.
Attendance Register
A digital attendance register is maintained for every session, recording who was present, arrival times and any notes — providing a clear audit trail.
Incident & Injury Log
Any incident, however minor, is logged with a full description, action taken and parent notification record. Serious incidents are reviewed and followed up.
Privacy & Data Handling
Player data is stored securely, used only for coaching purposes, and never shared with third parties. Parents can request access or deletion at any time.
Your data, handled with care.
What we collect
Player name, date of birth, contact details, medical conditions, emergency contacts and development notes — only what is needed to coach safely and track progress. Payment is processed securely through Stripe; we never store card details.
How we use it
Exclusively for delivering coaching sessions, managing bookings, communicating with parents, and tracking player development. Photo and video are only captured with explicit, separate consent — used for coaching analysis and never shared externally without permission.
Your rights
Under GDPR you have the right to access, correct or delete your data at any time. Contact info@arfootballdevelopment.com with any request — we will respond within 30 days.
Book with confidence.
Every standard above is documented, reviewed and maintained. If you'd like to see any certificate or policy before booking, just ask.
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