Recent Reviews:
August 1, 2026
P.L.
July 23, 2026
R.F.
July 14, 2026
Nate KNIETAS
July 14, 2026
P.O.R.
My son has attended for nearly 3 years. He is now 7.5 years old. He likes coming, which is good. I think at this age it is really important to focus on football coaching more so than games (eg ship sea shore). There are basic things that the coaches should do every session such as clearing the playing area (eg removing stacks of chairs) in case the kids run into them. There havent been bibs for at least 3 weeks. It is very difficult for them to see who is on their team without bibs. Some of the coaches have the kids playing in positions in the match, which is good, but some coaches don't. It is very important to get the kids passing the ball and not all running around after the ball. They are being taught bad habits. In football clubs all over the country, 6 and 7 year old kids are successfully being taught to stay in positions on the pitch and to pass the ball. Simple control and pass drills need to be done too.
July 12, 2026
A.M.
While our child enjoys going every week I feel like it is more of a social occasion to interact with other kids rather than learning any football skills. My biggest concern is with the coaches. In Portmarnock there has been a lot of different coaches and all bar one have struggled to control the class and keep the kids engaged. Their voices are too low and they do not project loud enough. The hall is often chaotic with kids playing individually and not following any of the instructions simply because they didnt hear. Dont get me wrong they are all lovely friendly people and great with the kids but just quiet and not assertive. On the May BH there was a substitute male coach who was brilliant and demanded the attention of the kids and kept them engaged. All of the parents were talking about the notable difference it made. Very small changes could make a big difference.
July 9, 2026
C.E.
The coaches are fantastic, well done to them!
There was one case a few months back where the hall was unavailable, so the session was outside in the astro (was only made aware of it when we arrived)
It was very wet and cold and unsuitable for a 2 year old to run around outside in. So we went home. We were still charged for this, which I dont think is right.
Also before we even started, I asked if we can delay our start date by a week. This request was denied as we had already enrolled, so I wasn't able to alter my start date and ultimately paid for a week we didnt use at the very start.
Also there does tend to be one in every 3 or 4 weeks where it doesnt suit us to go (if we have plans, child is sick etc.), but we have to pay anyway. I can understand this one more as you are charging for the place, not the attendance. But from talking to other parents, I think it might be a factor why the numbers are dropping in Dunboyne a little bit. Why pay a full month every month when only 2 or 3 can be attended etc..
I hope thats useful feedback. All in all, the child loves it and we enjoy the activity with him. The coaches are great as I mentioned already.
July 9, 2026
K.P.
I changed my daughter from malahide to portmarnock. Lisa was amazing, an incredible coach and the ones from portmarnock feels that are missing a little bit of knowledge. Especially how to create a class that is both fun and challenging.
They are great people, but is it possible to provide some training?
Thank you
July 9, 2026
Marie louise Bongoso
July 6, 2026
N.L.
My child has attended for over 2 years and there is still no connection between him & the coaches.
I feel there is very little engagement with the children in terms of social element. My child is never welcome in by their name..which after 2 years of going is abit disappointing.
He does still enjoy it, so I am not taking away from the concept of little kickers. Just be nice for a little more engagement socially with the children. The games alone are repetitive in nature which is good at this age, but the engagement on a more fun level would make them more interesting I belive.
July 5, 2026
D.F.
While my four year old enjoys Little Kickers and has being going for years, I now feel like the classes are a bit repetitive and she isn’t being challenged anymore. I would welcome more consistent high energy from all the coaches and to get a better sense of what activities will be done throughout the year. There has also been no mention of moving my little girl up to the more advanced class and not sure if it should come from me or the coaches.
July 2, 2026
M.A.
July 2, 2026
B.L.
July 1, 2026
Krystal Lawlor
June 27, 2026
Linda Geraghty
My 8yr old was in little Kickers until he was 4 and he loved it, it was a great start for him before he went to his club. My now 3yr old has been in little Kickers for the past 2yrs and he loves it, he has the same coaches as my older boy which is lovely. He has gained so much confidence, has learnt lots of football skills, listening skills and how to follow instructions. He has also made some lovely friends. The coaches are all amazing and have so much patience and make each class so much fun for the kids.