Thank you both very much for teaching me to play football & for helping me to do my skills. Thank you for letting my little brother, Jacob, join in. We had lots of fun!

Zachary Scarlett (Age 4), Valley Toddler Soccer

Just to let you know we have just signed our son up for another term at Toddler Soccer in Ballymacash Primary.

Many thanks for such a great time for our son who cannot wait to attend every week & see the coaches, John & Darren.

Best Regards, Jo & Graeme.

Jo & Graeme Champion, Ballymacash Toddler Soccer

Gerard's really enjoying Toddler Soccer, Coach Ronnie is FAB.  Keep up the great work!  From a very happy Mum & Dad.

Melissa Walsh, Newcastle Toddler Soccer

Nathan attended his 1st session today with Coach John and thoroughly enjoyed it.

Coach John has a lot of time and patience and made us feel very welcome.  Nathan is now very tired (can only be a good thing!)

Look forward to next week.

Andrene Adams, Six Mile Toddler Soccer

Just wanted to mention about Coach John at Ballymacash.  He is first class and absolutely fantastic with the little ones.

I have never seen someone be so patient with a crew of over excited boys!  He keeps his cool and speaks in such a lovely way to them, without shouting and amazingly, they all listen and end up doing what he asks!

A great guy and Callum really liked him - and you know how honest 5 year olds are!

Please pass on our thanks to him.

Avril Keys, Ballymacash Toddler Soccer

Tim, just wanted to say a big thank you for the fab session my son enjoyed at the Jethro Centre in Lurgan last week.  My husband & I both whole heartedly support your efforts to raise awareness of the importance of physical activity among our little ones.  As we have both enjoyed the many benefits of team & solo sport through our lives, we would therefore want to afford our son the same opportunities. 
 
We commend you on a very toddler friendly & down to earth but professional teaching technique, perhaps this week Morgan's attention span might last longer than the roll call!!

...Another great class today, you're very creative with Roary & the traffic lights.

Keep up the great work & we'll see you next week!

Kerry, Kyle & Morgan Geddis, Jethro Toddler Soccer

My son Matthew took part in your Easter programme at Stormont.  He had a brilliant time & never having played football before he took to it really well.  Your coaches were excellent & the concepts you used to keep the interest of the kids were very well thought out.  Thanks to all your team.

Johnny McQuiston, Civil Service Easter Road Show

Luke loves attending and we continue to be very impressed with the high quality coaching he receives from your team.

Robin Arbuthnot, Six Mile Toddler Soccer

Just wanted to let you know how brilliant Ronnie & Nigel are with the boys, especially Josh & his friend Teddy, they are probably the youngest there at 2 years & 5 months but both Ronnie & Nigel are so patient & encouraging with them I can't rate them highly enough.

Ali Boyd, St. Columbas Toddler Soccer

Hi Tim,

I just wanted to email you once again (I know I am sorry), to praise Ronnie & Nigel at St. Columbas on Friday's.  They really earn their stripes.  Joshua, his pals Teddy & Maxim (who has recently started) are the youngest at 2.5 years & would test the patience of Job!  Nigel & Ronnie are so patient even if it is like herding sheep for them when the three of them get together.  They never fail to keep upbeat & encourage them.

So basically what I wanted to say to you was that you are doing a fantastic job.  You have really created something brilliant & I know I just scratch the surface when I say as a parent that you & your organisation have provided a safe, friendly environment for kids to enjoy.

Well done!

Ali Boyd, St. Columbas Toddler Soccer

We had a great time - Finn loved it.  He's not able to totally follow everything just yet but he got a lot out of it all the same!  We'll definately be back next week.

Coach Christine is lovely & very good with the kids - all round we're very happy to have found you!

Jennifer Taggart, Valley Toddler Soccer

Lewis enjoyed his first day at football.
 
He quickly got down to dribbling (with the ball) & wearing a bib to signify being a shark, lol.  Coach Kevin included him in a lot of activities which was good to see.
 
Only problem we have at the minute is Lewis is chasing after the ball & slowing it down with his hands & lifting it, I told him footballers don't use their hands but it's in one ear & out the other, ha-ha.  He will soon get the just of it I'm sure.  He scored plenty of goals at the end of the session & was jumping up & down when he did, so he came home to tell mum all about it.
 
Regards,
 
Alastair

Alastair Seeley, Carrick Toddler Soccer

Kathryn Fyfe, St. Bernadette's Toddler Soccer

Corey is absolutely loving his classes with coach Christine.  She is really good with the little ones – keeping their attention & speaking to them on exactly the right level.

She is a real asset to your team.  Praising them all the time even when Corey hasn’t quite mastered not to stop the ball with his hands – believe me we’re working on that at home!  I wasn’t sure at 3 & a half he’d be ready but he is improving each week.  She even stopped us after class to reaffirm how well he’s doing having only just begun.  That personal touch.

Lisa Humphreys, Valley Toddler Soccer

Darren Seaton, Eddie Irvine Toddler Soccer

I wanted to let you know that Ryan has come on leaps & bounds in the past month.  He started out not wanting to join in back in January & I had to be at his side constantly encouraging him.

Now on a Saturday morning he runs in & can't wait to get started & I get told to go & sit down!

He loves it & it is doing wonders for his self confidence he also has quite a soft spot for Coach Christine, hats off to her she does a fab job with them all!

Elaine Rafferty, Hillsborough Toddler Soccer

We went to have a look on Saturday to see what Toddler Soccer was like & we (me & my son) are very impressed.

Matthew immediately wanted to join in & ever since he hasn't stopped kicking a ball around in our back garden.

We're looking forward to this Saturday's class already!

Thank you & best regards,

Erik Overbeke (Dutch National)

Erik Overbeke, Ballymacash Toddler Soccer

The hall is just the right size for little legs & Danny is a very talented coach.

Olwin Frost, Whiteabbey Toddler Soccer

Boys got on great at the classes.  I was pleasantly surprised at how Peter behaved & he participated well so I have signed him up for the rest of the sessions at Toddler Soccer.

The older two were delighted to get playing a match at the end of Mini Soccer & Adam gives it 10 out of 10!

Lisa Thompson, Antrim Toddler Soccer

Mollie really enjoyed the class.  She got a bit tired near the end, but I was surprised how well she did.  She's at home with me all the time & this was her first structured activity away from me, so it was great to see her doing what someone strange was telling her to do!

When Coaches were standing with arms outstretched in the middle of the hall trying to 'catch' the kids, she ran to Coach James, thinking he was asking for a hug!  Ah well, at just turning 2.5 she's very young.  Hopefully as the weeks go on she'll pick it up ok.

Coach Ronnie & Coach James were brilliant.  How they managed to keep 14 toddlers under control is beyond me!  I even caught Mollie pretending to be Coach Ronnie last night.  She was standing with her foot on her ball shouting, "Right Guys, Ready?"

All of the kids really enjoyed it, & the older group waiting for the hall after us, all seemed very keen to get started.

We're looking forward to next week.  Thanks for all your help.

Tracie

Tracie Adamson, Jethro Toddler Soccer

Hi Tim

Thank you for Joshua's e-card.  A big 3 year old today.  He got goal posts for his birthday and was playing out at them last night.  He got a bit miffed when he didnt score as we didnt have Coach Ronnie or Coach Nigel there to move the posts to make sure he did!  He couldnt understand it!

Thanks again
 
Ali

Ali Boyd, St. Columbas Toddler Soccer

Andrew Glover, Hillsborough Toddler Soccer

Hi Tim,
 
Just wanted to to let you know that our little 2 1/2 year old, Karl, had an absolutely fantastic time at Toddler Soccer, as did his dad and I watching him.  He is telling everyone about his 'football match'!  Asolutely hilarious!!  Coach Daniel was great with the kids.  I was amazed how well Karl could follow all the instructions at his age.  He doesn't seem to be so good with us at home!!  We mustn't have the knack HA!
 
Seriously though it did Karl the world of good getting to interact with children of his own age.  It is such a shame he can't get into nursery until age 3 as he would thrive on it.  We think it is wonderful that you are giving the very young ones such a great chance to get out doing an activity together & great to see them having so much fun!  Congratulations on a brilliant scheme & keep up the good work!!
 
Many thanks,

Emma

Emma Tufts, Whiteabbey Toddler Soccer

Hi Tim

Thanks so much for your email, Reece loved it!  The two coaches have the patience of saints I must say with all these toddlers.  We were both really impressed how they interact & explain things so simply to the kids.  Reece came running over to us about half an hour into the class & said this is great fun & can't wait to go back again this Friday.  He's been telling everyone he's a big boy playing football & his proud daddy even invested in football goals for Christmas for him!

Thanks so much for all your emails & offers to help us; I've been telling everyone about your club so you might get some more new recruits yet!!

Thanks again,

Joanne

Joanne Dougherty, Six Mile Toddler Soccer

Brona Herald-McGivern, Finaghy Toddler Soccer

Daniel had an absolutely great time!  He enjoyed it far better than I could have hoped. 

When I handed in my application form for him I included under 'special needs' that Matthew had a speech delay.  The guy who took my form asked me what he could understand etc. & I have to say he really made him feel included.

Part of my reason for Matthew joining was to try & improve his communication skills & interaction with other children (he's 3 at the moment) & the little bit of extra attention he was given was invaluable.

Coach Daniel made sure Matthew understood what was happening.  He can't wait to go back next Monday!  I'm really glad I fell upon your article on the Netmums page.  I've also passed on the details of the Toddler Soccer to my brother as he has a little one about the same age as Matthew so there may be another recruit.

Thanks again for your help in getting me there & also to Coach Daniel & Coach Michael on the day.

Nicola

Nicola Simmons, Woodlands Toddler Soccer

Tom got on fantastic, really enjoyed himself & started yapping when he had to leave.  Next week I'll be bringing a larger drink for him!

I was pleased how he did for his first time.  Really looking forward to seeing him develop throughout the next six week session.

Since the session on Saturday Tom's being doing some of the exercises he was shown - Though when he went to bed last night with his football I thought he was taking things to extreme!!  Then he ended up in our bed about 4am today - still with his football!

Andy Thompson, Ballymacash Toddler Soccer

Dear Tim,

Just a quick note to say how much Thomas and all his friends enjoyed his Toddler Soccer birthday party.  The feedback from other parents has been great, & I know you will be getting some new recruits as a result of the party!

Thank you very much for making the whole experience stress free & hugely enjoyable for all!

Jenny

Julie Wilson, Birthday Party & Holywood Toddler Soccer

Thanks for the email Tim.  He was exhausted afterwards...not sure how much he listened but seemed to really enjoy the socialising as well.  Can I also say Ronnie was fantastic with him.  We'll definitely be back next week to sign up for the 6 weeks.

Regards,
 
Fiona (a happy mum tonight!!!)

Fiona Dempsey, Finaghy Toddler Soccer

Josh had a "ball" on Saturday.  When we got home he was raving to his Daddy about how wonderful it was.  On the way out he said it was his best day ever!  He was eager to go back on Sunday & was eating oranges like they were going out of fashion!

It has been a fab experience so far & you are really great with the kids - even the ones who want to hang onto your legs : )  Can't wait until next week.
 
Sharon

Sharon Fields, Eddie Irvine Toddler Soccer

Philomena Carlin, Ballynahinch Toddler Soccer

Tim,

Harley thoroughly enjoyed his first soccer class.  The coaching team were fantastic with him & although he's still quite young I think after a couple of lessons he will soon get into the swing of it.

Thank you for providing such a service for younger children.  All the kids seemed to have a great time & that's a wonderful testimony to the work you & your team put in.

Debbie

Debbie McDowell, Jethro Toddler Soccer

Killian actually really enjoyed Toddler Soccer, for once he almost stayed the whole session playing & listening to the instructions, he usually gives up after 10 minutes!

I have to say I was really impressed with the session, the coaches were brilliant with all the kids.  I will definitely be coming back.

Thanks,

Fanny

Fanny McGeown, Finaghy Toddler Soccer

Morgan thoroughly enjoyed the football on Saturday.

It is the first time that I have really seen him come out of himself & get involved & I think the very relaxed atmosphere helped this.

Also, he kept his football kit on all weekend & was out in the back garden practicing a lot of the small moves you taught him!!!

Best Regards

Campbell McGimpsey, Eddie Irvine Toddler Soccer

Olivia attended soccer school at Ulster Temple.  She was a little shy at first, but Coach Danny & Coach Terry soon brought her out of her shell.  She had lots of fun & is looking forward to next week.  The class is great & I will recommend it to friends.

Amanda Laing, Ulster Temple Toddler Soccer

Oliver had a ball at the class!  My husband took him along & Oliver's first words when he came out of the class were, 'that was great fun daddy!'  Paul said he really enjoyed it!

I look forward to taking him next week to see him in action!

Karen Gray, St. Ignatius, Carryduff Toddler Soccer

Josiah was a fair bit younger than the others but Coach Ronnie was amazing & kept him involved & enjoying himself the whole time.  Joey was talking about it the whole way home & was very proud of himself.
 
Looking forward to going again.
 
Thanks,

Caroline

Caroline Dickson, Belvoir Toddler Soccer

Conor really enjoyed it, he quite literally "had a ball" ;-) He's already looking forward to next week and cant wait to go back!!!
 
Cheers again,
 
Simon

Simon McTier, Mayfield Toddler Soccer

Absolutely excellent.  He loved it.  The coaches were really good & spent time showing him how to dribble etc. Very, very impressed!

Karen McConnell, Finaghy Toddler Soccer

Chris Donnelly, Crumlin Toddler Soccer

My 3 old just started this week in Hannahstown Centre.  It's brilliant - love your teaching techniques.  Every morning since, he has been asking can he go to football.  Thank you!  Can't wait until next week.

Nuala Connelly, Hannahstown Toddler Soccer

Aidan had a ball.  I was worried he might find the class a bit too young for him when Coach Lee started talking about Roary the Racing Car but he loved it!  To be honest I think what they were learning was perfect for him as a beginner.

Regards,
 
Lisa

Lisa Masterson, St. Joseph's Toddler Soccer, Crumlin

Fintan loved the class, thecoaches were really good with all the kids & the level being taught was great.  I'd definately recommend the class.  Fintan has been asking to go back both yesterday & today so that's a great sign!!!

Thanks so much for all the communication too, it's nice to know that should anything arise that there's someone to speak too when needed.

Anne-Marie Kane, Ballymena Toddler Soccer

James loved it & is counting down the days to he goes again this Wednesday. He really has taken to it & had a big smile on his for hours after it.

Thanks

Noel Robinson, Portadown Toddler Soccer

Zach had a great time on Saturday (as you saw he was last to leave & didn't want to put the balls away!)

Later that night he got his new trainers & wanted to play "football ball."  I went & got them on for him to kick the football around the hall, but he was heading out the door wanting to go back to the Valley.  He finally settled on just staying in the house.  I think that says it all.

Thanks,

Dave

Dave McCullough, Valley Toddler Soccer

All I can say is that James loved it!!  Every day since he has been asking me how many sleeps it is to football which is a brilliant sign.  The coach was brilliant with all the kids so we are looking forward to the next session!

Diane Doherty, Mount Eagles Toddler Soccer