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Elite 1-to-1 & group goalkeeper coaching by Ashton Coxon — FA qualified, UEFA C enrolled, and assistant coach at East Midlands Elite Soccer.
I'm Ashton Coxon, founder of ACE Goalkeeping — Ashton Coxon Elite Goalkeeping. I've spent 15 years playing in goal across youth and men's football, and the last 4 years turning that experience into elite coaching. Alongside ACE, I work as an assistant goalkeeper coach at East Midlands Elite Soccer — a goalkeeper-specific coaching company run by the current Notts County goalkeeper.
I started ACE Goalkeeping because I couldn't find local goalkeeper coaching that was both affordable and high quality. I wanted to change that — giving young goalkeepers in Nottingham access to elite-level coaching crafted to accelerate development beyond typical grassroots sessions.
All sessions are held in the Nottingham area, tailored to each goalkeeper's individual level and development goals.
Our most popular option. Fully personalised coaching focused entirely on your goalkeeper's specific weaknesses and goals. Maximum intensity, maximum improvement.
Bring a friend or train alongside peers. Small group sessions (2–4 players) allow for competitive drills while still receiving focused coaching attention.
Occasionally self-run group sessions open to multiple goalkeepers. A great way to experience ACE Goalkeeping coaching in a larger, energetic environment.
Real sessions, real improvement. Take a look at what training with ACE Goalkeeping looks like.
Real feedback collected directly from the families of our goalkeepers.
"My son has been having 1-1 sessions with Ashton for around 14 months. He loves the sessions and has built up a fantastic relationship with Ashton. Ashton is a brilliant coach and gives feedback at the end of every session."
"Excellent 1-2-1 coach. Provides a good variety of exercises to really enhance my daughter’s technique. Always demonstrates where necessary and breaks things down in steps. She has come on so much. Highly recommend!"
"Ashton has coached my children both in 1-2-1 and group sessions. Ashton is such a calm and kind coach giving positive and constructive feedback, and is happy to tailor sessions to help improve specific areas when required."
Follow @ace.goalkeeping for session highlights & announcements, and @ac1_gk for Ashton's personal coaching clips.
Everything parents and players usually want to know before booking their first session.
Sessions are open to goalkeepers aged 6 to 16, covering all ability levels — from complete beginners to players in academy setups. Each session is tailored to the individual's current level and goals.
Sessions are held across the Nottingham area. The exact venue will be confirmed when your booking is accepted. Ashton typically holds sessions at Bingham Road Playing Fields in Radcliffe-On-Trent.
1-to-1 sessions are £25 per session (60 minutes). Small group sessions (2–4 players) are £10–£15 per person. Larger group sessions are announced occasionally — follow @ac1_gk on Instagram to stay updated.
Goalkeepers should bring their own gloves, appropriate football boots or trainers for the surface, and water. Shin pads aren't required. All coaching equipment is provided by Ashton — no need to bring balls or cones.
Use the availability grid on this page to find a free slot, then fill in the short booking form and your details go straight to Ashton via WhatsApp. He'll confirm within 24 hours. You can also message on WhatsApp directly if you'd prefer to chat first.
Absolutely. There’s no minimum commitment — book a single session to see how your child gets on. No packages required. Simply use the booking form on this page or drop Ashton a WhatsApp to arrange it.
Life happens! Please give as much notice as possible — ideally at least 24 hours. Just drop Ashton a WhatsApp message and he’ll sort it with you.
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