Overview

Delivering high-quality training sessions requires the correct equipment to be prepared and organised before players arrive.

Consistent equipment standards ensure sessions run smoothly, maintain professionalism, and allow coaches to deliver training effectively. Players and parents should arrive to a training environment that is organised, safe, and ready to begin.

Franchisees and coaches are responsible for ensuring the correct equipment is available and properly set up for every session.

Standard Equipment Required

Every Calculated Performance session should have the essential equipment required to deliver structured training.

The standard equipment typically includes:

  • Footballs suitable for the players’ age group

  • Marker cones for setting up drills and areas

  • Flat disc markers for movement exercises

  • Training poles or mannequins where required

  • Bibs if players need to be separated into groups

All equipment should be clean, organised, and in good condition.

Football Standards

The football is the most important piece of equipment during any session.

Franchisees and coaches should ensure:

  • Footballs are appropriate for the players’ age group

  • Footballs are correctly inflated before the session begins

  • Spare footballs are available if needed

Maintaining properly inflated footballs improves the quality of training and ensures players can practise techniques effectively.

Setting Up the Training Area

Before the session begins, the training area should be prepared so that players can begin quickly and safely.

This includes:

  • Placing cones to define the working area

  • Creating clear spaces for drills and exercises

  • Ensuring the pitch area is safe and free from obstacles

  • Preparing any equipment needed for the first activity

A well-prepared pitch allows the session to start on time and maintains the flow of training.

Organisation and Presentation

Professional presentation is important for maintaining the reputation of Calculated Performance.

Coaches should ensure:

  • Equipment is organised and not scattered across the pitch

  • The training area appears structured and intentional

  • Equipment is collected and stored properly after sessions

Parents and players should always see a well-prepared training environment.

Equipment Care and Maintenance

All equipment should be looked after and replaced when necessary.

Franchisees should regularly check:

  • Footballs for damage or loss of pressure

  • Cones and markers for wear

  • Bags and storage equipment for durability

Maintaining equipment properly ensures sessions remain professional and avoids disruption during training.

End of Session Responsibilities

At the end of each session, all equipment should be collected and packed away.

This includes:

  • Gathering all footballs

  • Collecting cones and markers

  • Removing any equipment from the pitch area

  • Storing equipment securely

Leaving the training area clean and organised helps maintain good relationships with facilities and ensures equipment remains in good condition.

Summary

Maintaining strong equipment standards helps create a professional training environment and supports effective session delivery.

Franchisees and coaches should ensure:

  • The correct equipment is available

  • Footballs are properly prepared

  • The training area is set up before sessions begin

  • Equipment is maintained and stored properly

By consistently preparing the training environment, coaches can focus fully on delivering high-quality sessions.