Little Strikers
Fun, foundational ball-mastery games that build coordination, balance and a love for the ball.
- Ball familiarity & coordination
- Game-based, high-energy sessions
- Small-sided fun matches
Est. 2025 · Dreyersdal, Cape Town
Lead With Heart.
Play With Purpose.
Football-specific soccer coaching for young players in Cape Town; building skill, confidence and creativity, one session at a time.
- Football-specific coaching
- Small, focused groups
- All ages welcome
About FS4
Football-specific training, built for young players
Founded in 2025 and based at Zwaanswyk Academy in Dreyersdal, FS4 (Football Specific Soccer Skills School) exists to help young players fall in love with the game while developing the technical foundations that actually transfer to match day.
Every session is designed around the ball, not around generic fitness drills. Small groups, focused coaching, and an environment where players are free to try, fail, and try again.
- Skill
- Confidence
- Creativity
- Community
Our Approach
Training that's actually football-specific
No generic drills for the sake of it. Every exercise is built to transfer directly onto the pitch.
Football-Specific Drills
Every session is built around real match situations: first touch, 1v1s, and decision-making under pressure.
Skill Before Scoreline
Technical development takes priority over results at every age group, the scoreboard comes later.
Small, Focused Groups
Smaller groups mean more touches on the ball and more individual attention per player, per session.
A Clear Age Pathway
From first touches to advanced tactical play, every stage is designed to build on the last.
Programs
Find the right group for your player
Age-appropriate programs that grow with your child, from first touches to advanced tactical play.
Junior Development
Core technical foundations: dribbling, first touch, and the confidence to beat a player 1v1.
- Dribbling & ball control
- 1v1 attacking & defending
- Introduction to team play
Youth Progression
Tactical understanding, small-sided games, and position-specific technical work.
- Tactical & positional awareness
- Small-sided game scenarios
- Decision-making under pressure
Elite Pathway
Advanced technical, tactical and physical development for players targeting higher honours.
- Advanced technical training
- Match-intensity conditioning
- Pathway & exposure guidance
Gallery
On the pitch with FS4
A few moments from training. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for the latest.
Coaching Philosophy
Coached with purpose, every session
FS4's coaching team leads with the same four principles in every single session, for every age group.
Player-First
Every drill is built around what the player needs next, not a one-size-fits-all curriculum.
Football-Specific
The ball is at the center of every session — skills are learned in the context of the game.
Positive Environment
Players are encouraged to try, make mistakes, and try again without fear.
Growth Mindset
Progress is tracked session by session, not judged by a single match result.
Meet the coaching team
Full coach profiles are on their way. In the meantime, catch the team in action on our socials.
Training Schedule
Every Sunday on the pitch
All programs train Sundays at Zwaanswyk Academy, Dreyersdal. Get in touch to confirm current times and availability.
| Time | Program | Venue |
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| 08:00 – 09:00 | Little Strikers Ages 4–6 | Zwaanswyk Academy |
| 09:00 – 10:15 | Junior Development Ages 7–9 | Zwaanswyk Academy |
| 10:15 – 11:30 | Youth Progression Ages 10–13 | Zwaanswyk Academy |
| 11:30 – 12:45 | Elite Pathway Ages 14+ | Zwaanswyk Academy |
Get In Touch
Book a trial session today
Have a question or ready to sign your player up? Reach out and we'll get back to you.
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Where to find us
Zwaanswyk Academy
370 Main Road, Dreyersdal
Cape Town, South Africa -
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