Small group football coaching
Based in Teesside
Weekly football coaching sessions that develop confident, intelligent young players by combining technical, tactical, and physical training, with mindset at the core.
Led by ProMindset Academy coaches Lenny Reed and James Coppinger, our programme is carefully designed to support every individual player and parent throughout their football journey, both on and off the pitch.
Small Group Coaching
Off-Field Mindset Support and Mentorship
Individual Analysis, Feedback and Parent Support
Small group football coaching
Based in Teesside
Weekly football coaching sessions that develop confident, intelligent young players by combining technical, tactical, and physical training, with mindset at the core.
Led by ProMindset Academy coaches Lenny Reed and James Coppinger, our programme is carefully designed to support every individual player and parent throughout their football journey, both on and off the pitch.
Small Group Coaching
Off-Field Mindset Support and Mentorship
Individual Analysis, Feedback and Parent Support
PARENT TESTIMONIALS
Why Parents Choose ProMindset Academy
"THE INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT HAS BEEN FANTASTIC"
"We have loved the small group aspect of the programme, and how you can see the care that the coaches put into each session. The individual feedback and support has been fantastic"
- U9 Parent
"WE HAVE NOTICED A BIG DIFFERENCE IN OUR CHILDS GAME"
"We have been attending ProMindset for the last 3 months, and have seen a noticeable difference in how our son thinks, on and off the pitch. His body language and reactions have become a lot better, and you can see the difference as a result."
- U10 Parent
"QUALITY AND DETAIL IN THE COACHING POINTS"
"As a parent and a coach, I've noticed the quality and detail in the coaching points. James has a wealth of experience which he shares brilliantly, and Lenny has a fantastic way of making the kids feel inspired to improve and give the best versions of themselves."
- U8 Parent
Ready to get started?
Register your interest
As we keep everything small group based, we have very limited spaces available and some groups now have waiting lists.
Fill in the form and a member of our team will arrange a call to have a free chat and see how ProMindset can best support your child on their football journey.
Meet our coaches
Lenny Reed
Lenny Reed is an experienced coach and mentor with a proven track record of developing young footballers within Middlesbrough Football Club, where he serves as Lead Pre-Academy Coach and Scout.
He specialises in identifying, nurturing, and progressing talented players from grassroots to academy level.
With over five years of hands-on experience in elite youth development,
Lenny combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of how to build confidence, game intelligence, and resilience in young players.
His approach is player-centred and purposeful — creating sessions that challenge, inspire, and bring out the best in every individual.
Driven by a passion for people as much as performance, Lenny’s mission is to help the next generation of players unlock their potential — developing not just great footballers, but confident, self-aware young people ready to succeed on and off the pitch.
Pre-Academy Coach
Reputation for developing talented foundation phase footballers
UEFA B Licence
Meet our coaches
James Coppinger
James Coppinger is a former professional footballer whose remarkable career spanned over two decades. He began his journey at Newcastle United, where he was handed his Premier League debut by the legendary Sir Bobby Robson.
James went on to play for Exeter City and Hartlepool United, before making history during an incredible 17-year spell at Doncaster Rovers. With 695 appearances, he holds the record as the club’s all-time appearance leader — a true club legend.
Since retiring in 2021, James has become widely respected as a first-class mentor, working with hundreds of professional and aspiring footballers across all levels of the game.
He is currently a First Team Coach at League One side Doncaster Rovers and is in the process of completing his UEFA A License.
James brings elite-level insight, experience, and passion to every session — inspiring the next generation of players both on and off the pitch.
23+ year career as a Professional Footballer
Reputation for supporting talented footballers across the UK and Beyond
UEFA A License
What's included?
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What your child will gain:
Weekly Small Group Coaching Sessions
Professional and Academy Coaching
Individual Development Plans
Detailed Feedback, Video Analysis and Parent Support
Support with Confidence, Resilience, Communication Skills and access to The ProMindset Mentality Framework
Workshops with Professional Footballers
Weekly Missions, Challenges and much more!
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