Our Mission is to empower young girls and foster a love for football.
Our sessions are designed exclusively for girls 6-14 yrs old and to encourage new players in a supportive, fun, and inclusive environment.
OUR NUTURING THREE STEP PROGRAMME
1. DEVELOPMENT
The Development Centre targets key areas of the game which includes Technical, Tactical and Fitness this helps identify levels of ability…
2. PERFORMANCE
The Performance Centre will require a higher level of commitment and will include a log book to record weekly football and sporting activities as well as learning about nutrition and health…
3. EXCELLENCE
The Centre Excellence is the pinnacle stage where higher commitment and performances are expected…
Our three step programme is unique to LCA based on a collective of 50+ years experience across all areas of football. It has been designed to develop athletic skills, embrace teamwork, and cultivate a champion’s mindset.
MEET THE TEAM
Director/Former Lioness
Angie Taylor-Banks
Director
Yolandi Taylor-Banks
Non Executive Director
Julie Hemsley
Non Executive Director
Mick Gale
DEVELOPMENT WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Seaford at Downs Leisure
Mondays at 5pm – 6pm
🪻 Spring Term 2026 Sessions
- Starting February 23rd for 10 weeks
🌻 Summer Term 2026 Sessions
- 9 weeks – June 1st – July 27th
🍦 Summer Holiday 2025 Sessions
- July 27th, 28th, 29th
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August 12th, 13th, 14th
🍂 Autumn Term 2026 Sessions
- 12 weeks – September 7th – December 1st
Lewes at The Rookery
Mondays at 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Use this area to check out our upcoming block-book sessions
🪻 Spring Term 2026 Sessions
- Starting Feb 24th for 11 weeks
🌻 Summer Term 2026 Sessions
- 8 weeks – June 2nd – July 21st
🍦 Summer Holiday 2025 Sessions
- August 5th, 6th, 7th
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August 19th, 20th, 21st
🍂 Autumn Term 2026 Sessions
- 12 weeks – September 8th – December 2nd
THE FRAMEWORK FOR A NEW SPORTING FUTURE
The 2015 government sport strategy Sporting Future: a new strategy for a more active nation, was a fundamental re- framing of sport and physical activity in the UK. It set out 5 outcomes delivered by sport and physical activity:
OUR MISSION, OUR ACADEMY
At Lioness Coaching Academy, we are dedicated to empowering young girls to unlock their full potential through strength, resilience, and confidence-building. Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and inclusive space where girls can develop their athletic skills, embrace teamwork, and cultivate a champion’s mindset. We strive to inspire each girl to lead with courage, pursue her goals fearlessly, and grow into a confident, capable leader on and off the field.
TESTIMONIALS
Yolandi was more than just our football coach in 2005 when she guided us to the Muslim Women’s Olympics in Iran—she was a friend, a mentor, and a true people’s person. She had an incredible ability to get the very best out of her players, helping us grow both on and off the field.
Yolandi was always committed to understanding us as individuals, not just as athletes. Coming from various ethnic backgrounds, we deeply appreciated how she took the time to learn about our cultures, which strengthened our bond as a team. Her ability to connect, inspire, and elevate each of us speaks volumes about her character and dedication.
Yolandi’s warmth, adaptability, and passion for coaching made her an invaluable part of our journey, and anyone fortunate enough to work with her will experience the same level of excellence.
Make a Donation
If you’d like to donate to us to help support girls in football, please do so via our GoFundMe page, linked here. Please note, our GoFundMe page is managed by Develop Outdoors, our sister company.
Thank you.
FOLLOW OUR INSTA FOR PROGRAMM PROGRESS , EVENTS & GALLERY
SEAFORD
Downs Leisure Centre, Sutton Road, Seaford, East Sussex, BN25 4QW.
BRIGHTON
Portslade Sports Centre Chalky Road Brighton BN41 2WS
lEWES
Lewes The Rookery 3G Ham Lane Lewes BN7 2XA