Consistent, small-group training for players who want structure, accountability, and real progress.

Training Pods are the core of Unity FC’s Players First pathway. They establish a weekly training rhythm in intentionally designed small groups — creating an environment where players can develop clarity, confidence, and purpose in their work.

This is where most Players First journeys begin.

Apply For Training Pods

Training Pods are small-group (2–4 players) training environments built around one clear development theme at a time.

They are designed to:

• increase the quality of repetitions

• create real competition within the session

• provide consistent coaching feedback

• support meaningful progress over time

Training Pods are shared environments, not private coaching.

Program Structure

• 2–4 players per pod

• 60-minute sessions

• Once per week

• 4-week training cycles

• One fixed theme per cycle

Themes remain consistent for the full cycle to ensure players are building understanding — not just completing drills.

Each pod operates around a single focus area per cycle, including:

• Build-Up Play

• Attacking From Width (Wingers / Wingbacks)

• Crossing & Finishing

• Combination Play in Central Areas

• Principles of Defending

• Goalkeeping

Themes do not change mid-cycle.

Training Pods are well suited for players who:

• want more structure than team training provides

• benefit from focused repetition and feedback

• thrive in competitive, small-group environments

• are preparing for higher training demands

To protect clarity and quality:

• Pods are not individualized training plans

• Pods are not private 1-on-1 sessions

• Pods are not tryouts or evaluations

• Pods do not include outcome guarantees

All Training Pod session plans are created and overseen by Paul Ballard, Unity FC’s Sporting Director.

This ensures:

• consistent standards across all Pods

• alignment with Unity FC’s long-term development framework

• continuity between Training Pods, Individual Training, and other Unity FC environments

Training Pods are delivered by Unity FC coaches within this shared framework.

$320 per player

(4-week cycle | $80 per session)

Pricing is:

• per player

• consistent regardless of pod size

• positioned between team training and individual sessions

Individual training begins at $105/hour.

Training Pods operate with limited capacity to ensure session quality.

Placement is based on age, level, and availability.

Apply For Training Pods 

*Players may apply individually or as part of a small group. Pod placement remains at Unity FC’s discretion.

Training Pods are designed to support:

• consistent training habits

• clearer understanding of technical and tactical concepts

• confidence training at a higher tempo

As players develop, some may be recommended for:

• Individual or Partner Training

• Managed Development environments

• Unity2 or other Unity FC programs

Recommendations are based on readiness, intent, and fit — not age alone.