ABOUT US
MORE THAN COACHING.
IT'S WHERE CONFIDENCE IS BUILT.
At DJR Football Coaching, we are dedicated to helping athletes of all ages and skill levels reach their full potential on the football field. With a passion for the game and 25 years of experience, we provide personalised training sessions focused on improving technique, teamwork, and fitness. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your game to the next level, we are here to guide and support you every step of the way. Join us to develop your skills, boost your confidence, and unlock your true potential in football!
Children's Coaching - Fun, skill-building sessions that nurture confidence and team work.
Group Coaching - Personalised group coaching to improve fitness, technique and overall football abilities.
MEET OUR COACHES
Daniel Reay
FOUNDER
1-2-1 & 2-2-1
Group Coaching
Holiday Camps
Dan founded DJR Football Coaching after 25 years in the game, driven by wanting to bring proper, personalised coaching to young players across North Tyneside and Northumberland.
Megan Burnett
TT LEAD COACH
Tiny Tacklers
Girls Group Coaching
Meg has been the lead coach of Tiny Tacklers since it began, bringing energy and patience to every session with our youngest players. She currently plays for Seaton Sluice Women. So she knows exactly what it takes to build confidence and a love of the game from the ground up.
Curtis Dawson
COACH
Group Coaching
Holiday Camps
Tiny Tacklers
With over 10 years of coaching experience and currently managing three teams, Curtis brings real depth of know-how to DJR's Group Coaching sessions. That experience means every session is structured, challenging, and genuinely focused on developing each player.
Harry Armstrong
COACH
Holiday Camps
Group Coaching
With 10+ years of coaching experience, Harry currently manages a Sunday morning men's team and runs his own 1-2-1 sessions — bringing that same sharp, individual focus to every holiday camp and group session.
Michael McMullen
COACH
Tiny Tacklers
Group Coaching
Michael played at a high level for Whitley Bay when younger and earned a football scholarship in America as a teenager. Michael has brilliant experience with coaching, recently was coaching with Ryton. Still playing today, he brings that hands-on football experience straight into every Tiny Tacklers and Group Coaching session.