Welcome to KC Coaching
At KC Coaching, we do more than teach football. We help young people grow through it.
Based in Gloucestershire, we offer high-quality football coaching to children of all ages and abilities, from toddlers taking their first kick to academy-level players chasing their next breakthrough. Whether it’s through after school clubs, group sessions, one-to-one coaching or holiday camps, our mission is to deliver football experiences that are fun, developmental and built on trust.
We’re proud to have strong local roots, with coaches who are not only FA-qualified and safeguarding assured, but who bring real playing experience from clubs such as Cheltenham Town, Forest Green Rovers, Oxford United, Bristol Rovers, and more.
At the heart of everything we do is a belief in positive coaching, tailored development, and creating opportunities both on and off the pitch. We focus on building confidence, technique, teamwork and game understanding in a safe, structured environment.
Whether your child wants to stay active, build skills, prepare for trials or simply enjoy the game, we’re here to support their journey.
Why Parents and Schools Trust Us:
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FA-Qualified Coaches
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DBS Checked and Safeguarding Assured
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Fully Insured with Public Liability Cover
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First Aid and Health & Safety Compliant
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Trusted by local schools and clubs across Gloucestershire
Join us at KC Coaching and take the next step in your football journey, wherever it begins.
Meet Our Team

Coach Karnell
FA Qualified Head Coach & Owner
Coach Karnell is an FA-qualified football coach with a strong playing background and years of hands-on experience. From Year 11, he has been immersed in professional football environments, playing for respected clubs such as Cheltenham Town, Chippenham Town, Gloucester City, Merthyr Tydfil, and Stratford Town. His time at these clubs, including multiple spells at Chippenham Town, has helped shape his deep understanding of the game.
With over 5 years of coaching experience, Coach Karnell has worked with players of all ages and abilities—helping them develop not only their technical skills but also their confidence and love for the game. Known for delivering quick, effective results, his passion for football is truly contagious. Whether coaching beginners or advanced players, Coach Karnell brings energy, expertise, and a commitment to helping every player reach their full potential.
Some fun facts about Karnell:
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Favourite food: Chicken Pasta
Pre game song: Meek Mill Championships
Experience in football: 13 years - 7 years professionally
Football position: Forward
Best career accomplishment: Playing at Wembley Stadium & playing professionally for Orebro Syrianska FC (Sweden Division 1).
Education:
- FA Level 2 certificate in Football Coaching
- ​Level 3 Diploma in Sport Performance & Excellence
- FA Level 2 certificate in Football Coaching
- Undergoing UEFA B Qualification​

Coach zak
Coach
Favourite food: chicken burger
Pre game song: can’t hold us by Macklemore
Experience in football: ex Bristol city, ex forest green academy, ex Gloucester city, ex Wales international.
Football position: attacker
Best career accomplishment: getting call up for wales international squad.
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Education:
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Education: 7 GCSES, currently studying b tech level 3 diploma in football at hartpury college.
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Qualification: level 1
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Ambitions: become a uefa coach and maximise the ability out of every player I take on but above all to have fun while playing football.

Coach Corey
Goalkeeper Coach
Engaging Coaching With Enhanced Knowledge of Goalkeeping Coaching
Some fun facts about Corey:
I Enjoy Travelling and Trying New things, I was Also the last Scrumpy The Robin at Bristol City FC for the 21/22 season
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Favourite food: Medium Rare Steak
Pre game song: Insomnia
Experience in football: Played Semi-Professionally From the Age of 18
Football position: GK
Best career accomplishment: FA Vase Semi-Final.
Ambitions: To be a Coach in Europes Top 5 Leagues.
Education:
- Certified Goalkeeper Coach
- FDSC Sport Performance and Coaching - Hartpury University

Coach Elliot
UEFA B
​Coach Elliot joins the team with great experience in the goalkeeping department. His ambitions to play at a high level and solid credentials assures you, when training with Elliot that you are left with a great experience and no doubt with the consistent training you can push on to great things.
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Some fun facts about Elliot:
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Favorite food: Fajita pasta
Pre game song: Little things (Jorja Smith)
Football boots: Nike Mercurial
Experience in football: 14 years
Football position: GK
Best career accomplishment: National League North debut
Ambition: To play at Wembley!
Previous Clubs:
Cheltenham Town, Bristol City, Bristol Rovers, Forest Green, Gloucester City, Roman Glass St George (Current)
Education:
- UEFA C
- UEFA B

Coach Ruben
Coach
Coach Ruben joins as an apprentice. He’s always willing to learn and dedicate the time during rest periods to help improve the performance of others. The game is always changing and since Ruben is undergoing the coaching journey with the academic and practical side of things, this helps him stay up to date with the latest developments.
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Some fun facts about Ruben:
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Favourite food: pasta
Pre game song: song 2-blur
Football boots: adidas green crazy fast
Experience in football: 13 years Football
position: left back and striker
Best career accomplishment: playing a forest green stadium and scoring 2 goals
Ambition: To be a coaching staff at Arsenal
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Previous Clubs:
Hucclecote and Abbeymead​
Education:
- College
- FA Introduction Badge

Coach Adam
Coach
At our football coaching, we believe in developing players at all levels. Led by Adam, a coach with extensive experience and expertise in enhancing the skills and performance of young and professional players, we provide a safe and supportive environment for players to learn, grow and excel. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced player, our coaching sessions are tailored to your individual needs and designed to help you reach your full potential.
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Some fun facts about Adam:
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Favourite food: Chicken & Rice
Pre game song: Aitch & Ardee - War
Experience in Football: 7 years
Football Position: Forward / Goalkeeper

Coach Samuel
Coach
Coach Samuel is a new member of the team. His drive and passion for football shows with his coaching and with his high tempo style can bring out the best in individuals for success on the field.
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Fun facts about Sam
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Favourite food: Steak
Pre game song: any form of house music
Experience in football: Scholarship abroad in USA, years of experience around non league set ups as well as academy set ups
Football position: Left Back
Best career accomplishment: achieving my scholarship opportunity to play abroad
Qualification​: undergoing Level 1
and UEFA C license.
Ambitions: To play full time football whilst making individuals good enough to reach the top level.
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Education:
- FA Safeguarding
- FA Introduction Badge
- ​B-tec in sports coaching, 2 Years into a sports coaching Degree.