Official
Warm-up: ball tag
Chasing game where everyone dribbles a ball: two taggers in bibs try to touch the others, who escape by dribbling away. The most fun way to start with young kids.
Beginner8–20 players8–12 min
General training drills
Warm-ups, games and circuits to start training: ball activation, easy rondos, chasing games and coordination circuits. Perfect for the first 15 minutes of any session.
4 drills
2 drills
Official
Ball Warm-Up in Pairs with Activation
Progressive warm-up in pairs: passing combined with dynamic mobility, controls with lateral movement and a final activation with short sprints to a central cone.
Basic6–20 players10–15 min
Frequently asked questions
How long should a football warm-up last?
Between 15 and 25 minutes: mobility and easy running, a block with the ball (rondo or passing) and a final activation with progressive sprints. The drills in this section cover each of those parts.