Aiden Kirby
Leicester
Summary
Results-driven Head of Academy with a proven track record of developing successful strategies and programs to elevate team performance within the Professional game and the education structure within the UK. Demonstrated ability to motivate and mentor staff to achieve peak performance, as well as developing their personal goals. Seasoned Director of Coaching with rich background in developing and implementing coaching strategies for diverse teams. Proven strengths in leadership, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills. Significant experience integrating performance metrics into coaching programs to drive improvements and achieve desired results. Committed to fostering an environment that encourages growth, collaboration and overall team success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Academy
Fox Soccer Academy
Leicester
09.2016 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs and curriculum for ages 7 - 19.
- Led in the development of employees.
- Head Coach of the Professional Development Phase.
Director of Coaching
Aiden Kirby
Warwick
10.2022 - 06.2025
- Created and managed a budget for all coaching activities.
- Developed and implemented coaching strategies to improve team performance.
- Oversaw the development of players through mentoring programs.
- Recruited qualified coaches for various sports programs.
- Participated in strategic planning meetings with executive management.
- Facilitated communication between coaches, parents, administrators, sponsors and other stakeholders.
Community / Academy Coach
Leicester City Football Club
Leicester
08.2013 - 08.2016
- Developed and facilitated training sessions for kids in the community, focused on enhancing personal development.
- Assistant coach in the Academy system implementing a Premier League curriculum.
Education
BSc - Sport Science & Coaching
University of Bedfordshire
Bedford, UK01.2013
GCSE's - <ul><li>(A</li><li>- C)</li></ul>
Guthlaxton College
Leicester, UK01.2011
Skills
- Coaching strategies
- Player development
- Training program design
- Recruitment processes
- Performance analysis
- Team leadership
- Strategic planning
- Community engagement
- Conflict resolution
- Event organization
- Curriculum development
- Program evaluation
- Public speaking
Certification
- FA Level 3 (UEFA B) Coaching in Football
- FA Level 2 (UEFA C) Coaching in Football
- Safeguarding in Football
- Level 2 First Aider
- Enhanced DBS Check
References
- Christian, Fuchs, Co Founder, Fox Soccer Academy & Charlotte FC First Team Coach, christian@foxsoccer.academy, +1 (646) 633-3000, Fox Soccer Academy, Carolina
- Raluca, Gold-Fuchs, Co Founder, Fox Soccer Academy, raluca@foxsoccer.academy, +1 (917) 328-9101, Fox Soccer Academy, Carolina / New York
- Mark, Smith, International Director, mark@foxsoccer.academy, +44 7827 336649, Fox Soccer Academy, UK
Timeline
Director of Coaching
Aiden Kirby
10.2022 - 06.2025
Head of Academy
Fox Soccer Academy
09.2016 - Current
Community / Academy Coach
Leicester City Football Club
08.2013 - 08.2016
BSc - Sport Science & Coaching
University of Bedfordshire
GCSE's - <ul><li>(A</li><li>- C)</li></ul>
Guthlaxton College
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