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Goalkeeper Coaching in Sunderland

Train with EvoGK in Sunderland through our weekly Goalkeeper Development Centre at Downhill Hub, with EvoGK Camps also available for players looking for additional specialist goalkeeper training.

We work with goalkeepers aged 6+, from those just starting to players already competing at school, grassroots, club or academy level.

Sessions focus on the areas of goalkeeping that make a difference in games, including handling, footwork, positioning, distribution, decision-making and confidence.

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Weekly Goalkeeper Training

Train every Friday with Jonathan Craig, Sunderland Women’s First Team Goalkeeper Coach.

The weekly Development Centre gives goalkeepers dedicated time to work specifically on their position in a small-group environment, with specialist instruction and regular feedback throughout each session.

Players work on handling, footwork, positioning, distribution and decision-making, while developing the confidence and awareness needed to take those skills into matches.

Sessions are suitable for goalkeepers at different stages of their development, from players learning the fundamentals to those already playing regularly at club or academy level.

Downhill Hub, Sunderland | Fridays, 6–7 pm / 7–8 pm / 8–9 pm | Ages 6+

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Goalkeeper Camps & Specialist Coaching

Alongside our weekly goalkeeper training in Sunderland, players can also take part in EvoGK Camps.

The camps provide a high-performance goalkeeper environment where players train with specialist coaches from Europe and around the world, gaining professional-level insight, techniques and different approaches to the position.

They are suitable for goalkeepers at different stages of their development, from those just starting out to players developing their skills or preparing for academy, first-team or competitive football.

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Why train with EvoGK?

EvoGK gives goalkeepers dedicated coaching, regular development and access to specialist camps, all focused around the demands of the position.

Players can build their game through weekly training in Sunderland, learn from specialist goalkeeper coaches and continue developing through the wider EvoGK programme.

Development does not have to stop when the session ends either. EvoGK memberships give goalkeepers access to community support, training footage, coaching content, goalkeeper advice, psychology content, masterclasses and more.

With free and paid membership options available, players can choose how much extra support and content they want alongside their on-pitch training.

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EvoGK Sunderland works with goalkeepers aged 6–15+, from beginners learning the position to players already involved in school, club or academy football.

Whether you’re interested in the weekly Development Centre or an upcoming EvoGK Camp, complete the form and tell us what you’re looking for.

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FAQs – Goalkeeper Training in Sunderland

Where can I find goalkeeper training in Sunderland?

EvoGK runs weekly goalkeeper training at Downhill Hub in Sunderland every Friday, with sessions at 6- 7 pm, 7-8 pm and 8- 9 pm.

For families searching for specialist goalkeeper training near them, the Sunderland Development Centre provides dedicated coaching for players aged 6–15+

Who coaches goalkeepers at EvoGK Sunderland?

The Sunderland Development Centre is led by Jonathan Craig, Sunderland Women’s First Team Goalkeeper Coach.

Players train in small groups and receive specialist goalkeeper coaching focused on their technical development, confidence and decision-making.

What age can children start goalkeeper training?

At EvoGK Sunderland, goalkeeper training is available for players aged 6–15+.

Sessions are suitable for young goalkeepers who are just starting out as well as players already involved in school, club or academy football.

What do you work on during goalkeeper coaching?

EvoGK sessions develop key areas of the position, including handling, footwork, positioning, distribution and decision-making.

The aim is to help goalkeepers improve their technique while developing the confidence and awareness needed to use those skills during matches.

Is EvoGK goalkeeper training suitable for beginners and academy players?

Yes. The Sunderland Development Centre works with goalkeepers at different stages of their development, from beginners learning the position to players with club or academy experience.

The weekly sessions provide additional goalkeeper-specific coaching alongside their existing football.

What People Say

    
 
 
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   Vivid Nails Studio 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My son had fantastic experience on the EvoGK goalkeepers camp in Whitehaven. Day full of knowledge and skills with amazing Eric Steele and EvoGK coaching team.

Football camps often involve different positions but no necessarily focusing much on a gaolies, this was purely for goalkeepers only and my son said it was nice to be around other kids who understood how complex this position is and shared same passion.

We will definitely book again!

Massive thanks to James for organising this event 👏 👏👏
  
 
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   Chris Hodgson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Would highly recommend EvoGK for any goalkeeper training/coaching.
The camps they run during the half terms are very well organised and ran. my child always comes away having learnt something new
  
 
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   Louise Hodgson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My son has just returned home from 3 days of camps. Wednesday was the first time EvoGK held a camp in Whitehaven and it went absolutely brilliant everything from the coaches, Eric and the facility were spot on. Plenty of facilities to top up water bottles and also facilities to buy soft drinks and snacks if required. Thursday and Friday was held in the Beacon of Light Sunderland and he has attended these before and as usual it was absolutely brilliant.
All camps that are ran by James and the team at EvoGK are well planned, organised and executed.
I would recommend James and EvoGK to anyone who is wanting goalkeeper training/coaching
  
 
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   Kelly Knowles 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 2nd camp my daughter has done with them, she has loved it everytime. The coaches are amazing, they know what they are doing and it has really helped her develop her skills as a goalkeeper.
  
 
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   Ryan G 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What an experience my son had today, when I first contacted James at EvoGk I didn't think it was possible to get EvoGK to hold their 1st ever camp in Cumbria and the 1st GK camp in Cumbria ever for any provider, but James made it happen and with doing that all the kids showed EvoGK the amount of talent that Cumbria has.

A massive thank you to Eric for attending.

Thank you for making a Great day for Noah and the rest of the kids.

Ps for anyone reading the above comments, the club had plenty of water facilities where they kids could fill up their water as well as signposted outdoor tap for refilling 👍
  
 
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   Matthew Gee 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What a fantastic experience for Lewis he really enjoyed and gained some excellent information to take forward with, and he was really impressed with the coaches and to have a world class coach helping him it’s a once in a life time experience 👌👌⚽️⚽️
  
 
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   Sho K 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our son loves the EvoGK events. Recently attended one with Simon Moore as a guest. The day was well organised and structured and it was great to see the coaches and Simon getting involved with the kids.

Great bunch of coaches who take the time to get to know the kids and work with them on areas they need to improve on
  
 
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   Rob Parker 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Yes this our 2nd review for this brand and it fully deserves it. This time was the all girls camp in Sunderland. The setup, the calibre of coaches and the special guests along with the actual sessions really are second to none. This brand we are happy to promote wherever and whenever asked
  
 
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   Victoria Farley-Rogers 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our daughter has attended the female camp at evogk for the past 3 years.
We travel from London to attend every year and the long journey is definitely always worth it. Our daughter spends her time at the camp learning from some incredibly experienced coaches, developing new skills, building her confidence and challenging herself every step of the way.
The camp is always so well organised, everyone is extremely friendly and we feel that every coach goes above and beyond to make sure every single girl is happy and getting the most out of the experience.
It has also been great to see our daughter form some lovely friendships, all the girls were so supportive and encouraging of each other all the time, it was great to watch her being surrounded by other goalkeepers who understand the hard work, dedication and love for the position! She was smiling the whole time. Our daughter finished another camp with lots of things to work on in her training, more confidence and even better memories. Thank you to all the coaches and organisers for another brilliant camp, everyone made it such a fun and supportive environment and our daughter has come away happy, inspired and already looking forward to the next one!