Ability Counts
Accessible Football
Making football accessible to everyone
At Solihull Moors Foundation, we believe football should be for everyone. Our Ability Counts programme provides children and adults with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) the opportunity to play, develop skills, and build friendships in a welcoming and supportive setting.
With over 80 participants, these sessions focus on inclusion, enjoyment, and personal growth. Led by experienced coaches, each session is tailored to meet the needs of SEND players, ensuring everyone, regardless of ability, can participate at their own pace and experience the joy of football.
Why Join Ability Counts?
At Solihull Moors Foundation, we are committed to making football inclusive and enjoyable for all. Our sessions provide:
- A Supportive Environment – Every player is valued and encouraged.
- Tailored Coaching – Activities designed to suit individual abilities.
- Skill Development – Improve technique, teamwork, and confidence.
- Social Connection – Meet new friends and be part of a team.
Pan Disability - Under 12s
A welcoming introduction to football, focusing on skill-building, teamwork, and confidence.
Pan Disability - Under 16s
Designed to develop football skills, social interaction, and self-belief in an inclusive setting.
Pan Disability - Adults (16+)
A chance to stay active, enjoy the game, and connect with others in a friendly and supportive group.
Frame Football
Adaptive sessions for players using walking aids, making the game accessible to all.
Comets
Comets offers a new, flexible and inclusive way of playing, one that’s all about playfulness, friendships and having fun.
Down Syndrome Football
An opportunity to stay active, have fun with football, and connect with others in a warm and supportive setting.
Get Involved
At Solihull Moors Foundation, we believe football is for everyone. Through our Ability Counts programme, we’re breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for players of all abilities to experience the joy of the game. Be part of our growing community – we can’t wait to see you on the pitch!
No matter your experience level, come along and give football a try!
When: Saturday 09:00-11:00
Where: John Henry Newman Catholic College, Chelmsley Rd, Chelmsley Wood, Birmingham, B37 5GA
To find out more email: scott.langford@solihullmoorsfc.co.uk
’My son has been training with Solihull Moors ability counts adults’ team for 6 months. He loves football and was desperate to start playing again but couldn’t cope in a mainstream team. The club has a range of abilities and is very inclusive.
The standard is good in my son’s team, and they play to a high, competitive level. He has been made to feel so welcome; coach Scott is fun, encouraging and gets involved. Everyone is very accepting and friendly and there is just no pressure from his teammates which has been great for him.
His fitness is improving and he’s making friends and his confidence is growing. Playing matches in a mini league once a month is great as it spreads it out and we don’t have the commitment of playing every weekend.
I highly recommend the training and supportive club, we are so glad my son has joined and it's amazing to see him play with a smile on his face again. ‘’ Tiff (Parent)
’Since starting at Solihull Moors Foundation Ability Counts, Leo’s confidence has been boosted by the amazing staff and team. He struggles when it comes to going to unfamiliar groups or places and the foundation team made him feel so welcomed from day one.
His confidence and self-esteem have always been knocked and thanks to everyone at Solihull moors foundation, he now really enjoys football. He’s made some great friends, and he only started in November 2024. His skills have developed so much since being here and he gets involved at training and tournaments. Everyone is so friendly and supportive and always cheering each other on which we feel plays a massive part within Leo’s mental health.
We hope Leo continues to enjoy football and he has a real passion when it comes to this sport. It is like a second family who understand children with additional needs whether they are neurodivergent children or have physical disabilities, which is all we want for our son as we feel like sometimes his disability is overlooked. Thank you to the whole team.’’ Amanda (Parent)