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Strikers Football Academy · Thessaloniki · Since 2014

This isyour game.

Big dreams start with a first kick. Find your people, grow your confidence, and make every match yours.

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For ages 5–16 / Every ability. Everyone welcome.

Good football. Great people.The Strikers way

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Good football.
Great people.

Coaching with careQualified. Supportive. Always.

A team for everyoneEvery background. Every ability.

Confidence for lifeOn the pitch and beyond.

Find your starting line

A place for
every player.

From the first kick to the next big step. Our age-specific programs give young players the space to learn, grow, and love the game.

Let’s find their team

How old is your player?5–16

Slide the ball to find their team

Young children enjoying a football dribbling exercise on the grass

Ages 5–7

Fun & fundamentals

Little Strikers

A playful first step into football. Build balance, make friends, and fall in love with the game.

45-minute sessionsNo experience needed

Explore Little Strikers

Young football players developing their ball skills during a training match

Ages 8–11

Skills & teamwork

Foundation Squad

Grow confidence on the ball with creative coaching, small-sided games, and plenty of team spirit.

60-minute sessionsAll abilities welcome

Explore Foundation Squad

Teenage academy players competing for the ball in a training session

Ages 12–16

Develop & compete

Youth Academy

Take your technique further with tactical training, match experience, and individual development.

75-minute sessionsProgress at your pace

Explore Youth Academy

Not sure where to start? Come as you are. We’ll find the right fit together.

A supportive football coach kneeling to explain a drill to a young player

More than a coach.Someone in their corner.

Their potential.
Our commitment.

The coaching squad

Good coaches.
Great role models.

The best development starts with a coach who cares. Meet the people bringing experience, encouragement, and a real love of the game to every session.

Player-first coaching. A positive environment. Every session.

Meet the whole staff

UEFA B

Michalis Chatzigiannis

Coach

UEFA C · Sports Science

Christos Koutoulas

Coach

UEFA A (in progress)

Dimitris Mikikis

Goalkeeping Coach

Make time
for game time.

A little structure. A lot to look forward to.
Find a weekly session that fits your family.

Athletic Park, Pylaia · Local time

Illustrative weekly football training schedule, grouped by age. All times are local.
Your team	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Saturday
Little StrikersAges 5–7 · 45 minutes	—	16:00–16:45Play & discover	—	16:00–16:45Play & discover	09:00–09:45Play & discover
Foundation SquadAges 8–11 · 60 minutes	16:00–17:00Build & grow	17:00–18:00Build & grow	—	17:00–18:00Build & grow	10:00–11:00Build & grow
Youth AcademyAges 12–16 · 75 minutes	17:15–18:30Train & develop	—	17:00–18:15Train & develop	—	11:15–12:30Train & develop

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First session? There’s a place for you.Book a trial session

Their next chapter
starts with a kick.

A new skill. A new friend. A little more confidence.
Let’s make their first session the start of something great.

A welcoming introduction, at their own pace
Meet the coaches and get a feel for the team
No experience needed. Just a little curiosity.

A little nervous? That’s what first days are for.
We’ll take it from here.

Prefer email? info@strikers.gr

A few things
you might be wondering.

First-day questions? We’ve got you.

Does my child need to have played before?

No. Little Strikers and the Foundation Squad welcome complete beginners, and our coaches adapt activities to each player. For older players, a trial session helps us find the right starting point.

What should we bring to the first session?

Comfortable sportswear, football boots or suitable trainers, shin pads, and a labelled water bottle. Arrive 10 minutes early so your child can meet the coach and settle in.

Can parents stay and watch?

Absolutely. Parents and carers are welcome to watch from the touchline area. We want your child’s first session to feel comfortable for the whole family.

Where does training take place?

At Athletic Park, 11 Antoni Tritsi Street in Pylaia, opposite the PAOK Sports Arena. It’s easy to reach from all of East Thessaloniki and has plenty of parking.

How does a trial session work?

Choose your child’s age group and prepare a request above, or email us at info@strikers.gr. A place is confirmed once the club gets back to you.

This isyour game.