Welcome to little tigers football Academy where future stars rise and every kick brings purpose and passion to life

Meet Coach M. Shakir

UEFA B Licensed Coach | QPR Scout | Over 20 Years of Experience

At Little Tigers Football Academy, every session is led by our Head Coach and QPR Scout, M. Shakir. With over 20 years of coaching experience at both youth and adult levels, Coach Shakir is passionate about helping players grow, improve, and unlock their full potential.
 
He holds a UEFA B License, an Honours Degree in Sports Management & Football Studies, and multiple qualifications including:
  • FA Youth Module Level 2
  • Personal Training Diploma
  • Talent ID Level 2 (Scouting)
 
Starting his coaching journey at the age of 16, football has always been at the core of Coach Shakir’s life. His dedication to player development, combined with his professional scouting background, ensures that every Little Tiger receives top-level training, mentorship, and support.
 
“I believe in developing not just footballers—but confident, disciplined individuals ready to face any challenge.” – Coach Shakir
 
All our programmes are developed and overseen by Coach Shakir, whose vision and leadership continue to drive the success and growth of the academy.

What We Do For Your Child:

The Pyramid is an easy way to understand.

Its shows the player progression.

1: Basic Fundamentals (Beginners Introduction, Basic Understanding)

2: Development Centres (Player Development, Tactical, Technical, Physical, Psychological)

3: Advanced Programme (Competitive Fixtures, Tournaments, Friendlies)

4: Elite Programmes (Pre-Academies, Pro Academy Games, Trials)

WHY LTFA

WHY Little Tigers Football Academy
Founded on the core values of Honesty, Respect, Discipline, Integrity, Honour, fun and innovation the Little Tigers Football Academy has been created to make a difference, challenging the traditional concepts and approaches of young people’s experience in football.
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Little tigers football academy philosophy
We believe the foundation phase is a fundamental stage in the Player Performance Clock and this is where we can nurture players to prepare them for the bigger and more complex game as they get older.
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LTFA Physical Preparation
Our program sets out to achieve player Robustness through teaching a variety of skills and exercises designed to strengthen and ready the players body… essentially getting them ready to participate in everything life has to throw at them
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professional clubs we work with

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LITTLE TIGERS FOOTBALL ACADEMY ADDRESS

RECTORY PARK FOOTBALL FACILITY, RUISLIP ROAD, NORTHOLT, UB5 5FA SAT-NAV UB5 6AU.

Facility information

Astro Turf (All weather Conditions)

Free Car Park

On Site Cafe

On Site Toilet Facilities