Lena Duarte

Position:

Development Coach

Position:

Development Coach

Experience:

9+ years

Experience:

9+ years

Qualifications

UEFA C Licence (Youth Coaching Specialization)
Certificate in Child & Adolescent Sports Psychology
Youth Coaching Methodology Diploma
First Aid & Safety Certification
Training in technical foundations and coordination development

We foster a space for players to learn, compete, and enjoy football

Our Programs

About Lena

Lena Duarte is a dedicated youth development specialist with a passion for nurturing young talent and inspiring the next generation of footballers. With over 9 years of experience coaching early-stage and pre-academy players, she focuses on helping children build a strong technical base, develop game awareness, and grow a genuine love for the sport.

Born and raised in Portugal, Lena grew up in a football-focused community and quickly discovered her talent for teaching. She has worked in multiple youth academies across Europe, earning a reputation for her patient, encouraging coaching style and her ability to bring out the best in young athletes.

Real stories from families who’ve seen their children grow in skill, confidence, and love for football

Daniel Roberts

“Before joining, I was shy on the field. Now I play with focus and passion — I even made captain this season!”

Daniel Roberts

“Before joining, I was shy on the field. Now I play with focus and passion — I even made captain this season!”

Daniel Roberts

“Before joining, I was shy on the field. Now I play with focus and passion — I even made captain this season!”

Oleg Dameniuk

“The sessions are organized well and keep kids interested. They fully balance learning with fun.”

Oleg Dameniuk

“The sessions are organized well and keep kids interested. They fully balance learning with fun.”

Oleg Dameniuk

“The sessions are organized well and keep kids interested. They fully balance learning with fun.”

Mathew Daniels

“My son joined a year ago, and his skills and ambitions have grown thanks to the coaches and motivation.”

Mathew Daniels

“My son joined a year ago, and his skills and ambitions have grown thanks to the coaches and motivation.”

Mathew Daniels

Drills & tracking

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Priority access to camps

Interested in personal trainings?

Train one-on-one with our expert, dedicated coaches.

Get personalized sessions designed around your strengths, goals, and position. Improve faster, gain confidence, and take your game to the next level with close attention.

Interested in personal trainings?

Train one-on-one with our expert, dedicated coaches.

Get personalized sessions designed around your strengths, goals, and position. Improve faster, gain confidence, and take your game to the next level with close attention.

Interested in personal trainings?

Train one-on-one with our expert, dedicated coaches.

Get personalized sessions designed around your strengths, goals, and position. Improve faster, gain confidence, and take your game to the next level with close attention.

Let's Play. Let's Grow

Off da field academy Academy

Join the Academy

“Every read brings you closer to your dream.”

" The game is 90% mental 10% physical"

“Champions are made here.”

Let's Play. Let's Grow

Off da field academy Academy

Join the Academy

“Every read brings you closer to your dream.”

" The game is 90% mental 10% physical"

“Champions are made here.”

Let's Play. Let's Grow

Off da field academy Academy

Join the Academy

“Every read brings you closer to your dream.”

" The game is 90% mental 10% physical"

“Champions are made here.”