Beginners |
Age Range |
Beginner - Level 1 (FBU6) |
Under 6 years |
Beginner - Level 2 (FBU7) |
Under 7 years |
Beginner - Level 3 (FBU8) | Under 8 years |
An introductory level class helping players learn key skills related to football through fun games and activities. Ideally suited to players wholly new to the game. Upon successful completion of this course most players would typically look to advance their football to the 'Improver' level. |
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Improvers |
Age Range |
Improver - Level 1 (FBU9) |
Under 9 years |
Improver - Level 2 (FBU10) |
Under 10 years |
Improver - Level 3 (FBU10) |
Under 11 years |
Ideally suited to players with some previous football experience at a basic level, the Improvers class builds on key fundamental football skills and introduces slightly more complex challenges for young players, all through the medium of fun and play. More physical work is required of the players at this level. |
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Advanced |
Age Range |
Advanced - Level 1 (FBU12) |
Under 12 years |
Advanced - Level 2 (FBU14) |
Under 13 years |
Advanced - Level 3 (FBU16) |
Under 16 years |
For older and/or more experienced players that have developed their football skills to a competent level and wish to further develop their understanding of the game. Advanced football classes not only develop a higher level of skill and ability, but also introduce players to game rules and basic tactical understanding of how to play in football matches. |
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Player Development Programme (PDP) |
Age Range |
Players born 2014/2015 |
Under 7 |
Players born 2013 |
Under 8 |
Players born 2012 |
Under 9 |
Players born 2011 |
Under 10 |
Players born 2010 |
Under 11 |
Players born 2009 |
Under 12 |
Players born 2008 |
Under 14 |
Players born 2007 |
Under 16 |
An invitation only programme for players already enrolled in at least one after school football class Players will take their football development further through additional coaching on Saturday mornings, where more advanced skills are developed under specialist coaches.
ESF Lions Football compete in the Hong Kong Junior Football League (HKJFL) and players at these age groups will take part in HKJFL competitions in order to aid their development. |
ESF Elite Representative Team |
Age Range |
ESF Elite Representative Team |
Under 18 |
An invitation only programme for players who wish to play regular competitive football in a team environment. Players will progress all football skills and game understanding to an advanced level under the guidance of expert highly qualified coaches. ESF Lions Football compete in the Hong Kong Junior Football League (HKJFL) and the HKFA HK Jockey Club League. Players at these age groups will take part in HKJFL and/or HKFA competitions.
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