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PROFESSIONAL FUSSBALL DEVELOPMENT

Cultivating Champions, On and Off the Field.

 

Welcome to  Professional Fussball Development (PFD)

A powerhouse in football development unlike any other. We don't just teach how to play the game; we redefine it. Our program is a relentless pursuit of excellence designed to transform raw talent into polished prowess and passion into a lifestyle.

At PFD, we're not here to merely kick balls but to dominate the game—inside and out. Our sessions aren't your run-of-the-mill drills; instead, they intend to skill refinement, covering everything from perfecting shooting, passing or dribbling, savouring victories, and dissecting the intricate behaviour of the ball to achieve the ultimate - total ball control. We don't stop at teaching the 'What'; we delve into the 'How' by actually showing only being able to explain the 'Why' behind every move, even bicycle kicks. We empower players with the bedrock fundamentals and underlying principles that drive the beautiful game.

We're about physical and mental fortitude to sculpt champions, forging resilience essential for triumph at the highest echelons of the sport. Harnessing the therapeutic essence of football, we guide players beyond the field, unlocking self-awareness and sharpening responses to the game's pulse.

Our ambition at PFD is crystal clear: we breed footballers destined for the summit. We're not just a training ground but a launchpad for impeccability.

Join us at PFD, where dreams become achievements and potentially transform into a legacy as we dare to dream and excel—your journey to football excellence.

Enrol now and rewrite your football destiny!

OUR APPROACH

Our approach is rooted in a holistic philosophy beyond just mastering soccer skills. Here's a glimpse of what sets us apart:

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Technical Brilliance

Master soccer's intricacies—dribbling, passing, shooting, and control—with a personalized touch. We dissect individual abilities, guiding each player's unique progression toward technical excellence and total ball control.
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Mindset & Resilience

Build unshakable confidence, resilience, and a impeccable mentality. Embrace sportsmanship, nurture a competitive edge, and instill the art of graceful victory and defeat.
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Physical Mastery

Focus on developing the players' physical abilities, including coordination, agility, speed, and endurance. Incorporate age-appropriate exercises and training sessions that enhance their overall physical fitness.
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Personal Triumph

Champion personal victories. Celebrate progress, not just outcomes. Empower kids to set and conquer both soccer and life goals, fostering growth that transcends the field.
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Social Development

Encourage mutual respect, discipline, humility, integrity, commitment and teamwork on and off the field. Create an inclusive and supportive environment where all players feel valued.
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Empowering Feedback

Empower with constructive support for player and parents by recognizeing progress, reinforcing positives through real-time visual feedback, clarifying techniques, positions, movements swiftly and demonstrating skills firsthand,

SESSIONS

We offer tailored individual or group sessions customized to each player's unique talent and skill level. Our approach involves meticulous analysis of each player's abilities, allowing us to craft training sessions that amplify their strengths while meticulously addressing any technical or mindset weaknesses.

NEW: CONFIDENCE COMEBACK PROGRAM

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Confidence Comeback Program

Introducing our new program tailored for those battling injuries, loss of form, doubt, fear and waning motivation, ultimately impacting their confidence. Through heartfelt conversations with concerned parents, we deeply understand the impact this difficult period can have on an individual. In our Confidence Comeback sessions, we navigate the uncharted territory of psychological setbacks, empowering players to conquer discomfort and doubt. Our holistic approach blends mental and physical rejuvenation, reigniting passion and fostering unshakeable confidence. Join us on the journey to surpass limitations and rediscover confidence.

OUR CORE VALUES

About your mentor, Steffen BINKE

 
As a six-year-old in 1978, I was thoroughly captivated by the World Cup in Argentina. Every night, I sat glued to the TV, watching in awe a young boy showing new juggling tricks with effortless grace and style. From that moment on, I spent every waking moment chasing the ball, determined to become the best player I could be.

My raw talent and passion didn't go unnoticed, and soon enough, a local ex-professional coach spotted me and invited me to join a team that trained just a few blocks away on a "beautiful" clay pitch. I still remember the feeling of joy and excitement that I felt when I walked onto that pitch for the first time. It was like I had found my true calling.

Over the next few years, I trained relentlessly and played in state championships, developing a love for the thrill of victory and the joy of playing as part of a team. But it wasn't until I was 12, when I was selected to play for Dynamo Dresden, the biggest club in my town and country, that my dream of becoming a professional football player started to feel real. It was the first decisive step on my journey towards excellence, and I embraced the challenge with open arms.

I spent the next five years pushing myself to the limits, attending more than 1800 training sessions and mastering everything there was to know about Fussball. My hard work paid off, and I became a 4x German Champion, including the Indoor Championship. But the most beautiful moment of my career came when I played in my first international match for my country in 1986. Hearing my national anthem for the first time was a moment I will never forget. Everything else that came after was a bonus and felt almost as good.

Over the years, I played in 45 international matches, including the Under 16 European Championship Final against Figo's Portugal and the World Cup Quarter Final in 1989. These moments made me feel truly alive - playing against some of the best players in the world at my age.
 
When I signed my first professional contract with 1. FC Nürnberg in the German Bundesliga at 18 was a dream come true. A knee injury cut short my career when I was just 27. Still, I am fortunate to have lived my dream of playing professional football and gained invaluable knowledge and experience.

Now, I  give the kids all that knowledge and experience that have given me so much joy throughout my life. I want to help young players unlock their potential on and off the pitch and create those special moments they'll remember for the rest of their lives. I want to inspire them to follow their dreams, just as I did. This is my passion, and it's what drives me every day.