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Female Football Development

RAISE
YOUR
GAME.

Professional coaching for female footballers of all ages and abilities. From grassroots to elite — we help you become the best version of yourself on and off the pitch.

15+
Years Experience
UEFA B
Licensed Coach
All
Ages Welcome

Group Sessions

Team development & social football

1-2-1 Sessions

Personal, focused individual coaching

Fun & Creative

Enjoy every session on the pitch

UEFA B Licensed Coach

LAUREN TAFT

Founder & Head Coach

TAFT Coaching provides a high quality coaching service with UEFA B licensed coaches. The aim is to support female footballers to create an unforgettable football journey and improve performances in a positive and challenging environment. Most importantly — always enjoy playing the game!

  • Former Derby County Women and Loughborough Lightning Footballer
  • UEFA B Licensed Football Coach
  • Previous Head Coach of Derby County Women U17s — 2021
  • Former Assistant Head Coach of Derby County Women First Team — 2023
  • Technical Coach at RDA Coaching and FA Grassroots Coach Developer
  • Led as Head of Girls PE
  • Coached multi sports and football to players aged 2 years–adult, grassroots to elite level
Start Your Journey

SESSIONS FOR
EVERY PLAYER

Whether you're just starting out or pushing towards elite level, we have the right session for you. All sessions are fun, structured, and designed to help you grow.

Group Sessions

Team-based training focused on technical development, decision making, and building confidence in a fun group environment. Age-specific groups to ensure the right challenge.

U10s U12s U14s U16s

Professional Coaching

High-quality structured sessions delivered by a professionally licensed coach with experience from grassroots through to semi-professional level in women's football.

Derbyshire S. Yorkshire Nottinghamshire

DEVELOP EVERY
PART OF YOUR GAME

Our sessions are designed to develop the whole player — technical, tactical, physical, and mental.

Technical Excellence

Ball work, control and receiving skills developed through structured, progressive drills every session.

Tactical Understanding

Learn the key details that improve decision making on and off the ball in real game situations.

Confidence & Growth

Build belief in your own ability through progressive challenges in a supportive, positive environment.

Teamwork & New Friends

Develop communication, teamwork and meet new players who share your passion for the game.

Match Day Support

Extra support available in training and on match days to help you perform when it matters most.

Fun First

Every session is designed to be creative, engaging, and most importantly — enjoyable for every player.

COVERING YOUR
AREA

TAFT Coaching operates across three counties, bringing professional football coaching directly to your region.

Derbyshire

Including Derby, Littleover, Derby Moor Spencer Academy and surrounding areas

South Yorkshire

Sheffield and surrounding South Yorkshire communities

Nottinghamshire

Nottingham and the wider Nottinghamshire area

Not Sure?

Get in touch — we'll let you know if we can reach you or arrange something nearby

FIND YOUR NEAREST SESSION

Sessions are held at quality facilities across Derbyshire, South Yorkshire and Nottinghamshire. Contact us to find the most convenient location for you.

Ask About Locations

BOOK A SESSION

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READY TO GET STARTED?

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Email Us @taft_coaching