Structured football development for players of all levels in Northampton, run by coaches from Leicester City and Aston Villa academies. Still playing, still competing, coaching what they've learned and experienced.
We know what it feels like to be a player who wants to improve but doesn't know how to get there. We know the pressure that comes with wanting to progress, and how much it matters to have an environment where you can just play, express yourself, make mistakes, and grow without anything holding you back.
That's what we've built at CK. Serious coaching, the right environment, and two coaches who understand the game from the inside out.
CK Performance was built by two coaches who came through the best academies in the country, and are still playing. We bring that standard. The technical detail, the physical demands, the mentality, to players in Northampton who are ready to be pushed.
Whether you're a grassroots player looking to level up, an academy player wanting extra development, or somewhere in between, if you're serious about improving, there's a place for you here.
Current semi-professional players
The right environment for your level
Group sessions, 1-1s, camps
Conor and Kai bring professional football backgrounds and a genuine passion for developing young talent.
Leicester City Academy • Real Bedford
Aston Villa Academy • Kettering Town
With backgrounds in professional academy football at Leicester City and Aston Villa, Conor and Kai bring real, first-hand experience of what it takes to develop at a high level.
Both coaches are current players who understand the modern game and the demands placed on young footballers today. Every session is built around the standards, habits, and technical detail they were exposed to throughout their own playing journeys.
Beyond football ability, Conor and Kai are committed to developing confident, disciplined individuals — creating an environment where players feel supported, challenged, and motivated to improve.
Choose the training format that best suits your child's development goals
Our group sessions focus on skill development, teamwork and match-relevant training in a structured and engaging environment.
Our 1 to 1 sessions are tailored to the individual player, focusing on specific areas such as technique, confidence, decision making and match performance.
"Absolutely fantastic sessions held week in, week out. Run by very professional lads who know exactly what they're doing having played at the highest level of football. Whether you're an attacking or defensive player, I would highly recommend to anyone looking to hone their craft."
Matthew Collinson
"Best coaching experience I've had. CK Performance showed me things I'd never thought about before, helping me to massively improve my technique. Would definitely recommend to anyone."
James Collinson
"I can't recommend CK Performance enough. It's fantastic for any player who wants to take their game to the next level. Highly recommended for anyone serious about improving their football."
Ethan Fitzy
"Been taking my lad down for a training sessions for a few months, safe to say he's found endless improvement in his game. He loves Conor and Kai as well, two genuine lads and great coaches to the kids. Definitely recommend to parents with football mad kids!"
Lewis Barker
"Great drills and position related drills. Also, helping me understand thoroughly how my movements would affect my teammates and myself. I can feel a massive improvement in my games each session I go to. Couldn't thank them enough."
Benjamin Mensah
Let your child try a free group session and experience our structured, supportive coaching environment before joining.
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