How to join LINK

Open coaching sessions

1. Choose a session. Check the age group and session information, or ask us for help.
2. Request to join Spond. Find your session on our Spond groups page, open the invite and follow the prompts to join.
3. Wait for LINK’s approval. We review requests and help confirm the right session for your child.
4. Arrange your free first taster. Use Spond to confirm when your child will attend. Check the venue and footwear guidance before coming.
5. Continue and pay through Spond. Open sessions cost £7–£10 per session and are paid monthly through the app. Follow the payment request and instructions in your group.
6. Keep attendance up to date. Use Spond for communication, attendance and session updates.

LINK FC teams

1. Send a new-player enquiry. Tell us your child’s age and football experience through our enquiry form.
2. Arrange a trial. LINK will help you find the appropriate squad and confirm the next step. Your child’s first session is a free taster.
3. Agree a place and training option. Discuss the team and number of weekly midweek sessions with your coach.
4. Complete player registration. Use the appropriate 2026/27 registration form supplied by your coach or found in the website’s Team Registration menu. Registration is £60, including match kit and registration, and is required for league matches.
5. Join your team’s Spond group. Request to join through the team directory. Once approved, use Spond for matches, attendance and communication.
6. Set up monthly Direct Debit. Choose the option agreed with your coach: £32 for one midweek session per week, £52 for two or £80 for three. Use our team payments page. Contact LINK first if you need a sibling discount.

Team fees are collected over 10 months, September to June. Please give one month’s notice when leaving a team. Occasional small extra venue or referee charges may apply.