On the pitch
Understand tactical instructions, describe positions and communicate quickly with teammates.
“Man on!” · “Hold the line!” · “Switch the play!”
Greg HoltEnglish TutorFootball English
Understand the game.
Speak the language.
English lessons for professional footballers, academy players and coaches
Clear communication on and off the pitch. Individual English lessons with a British native speaker who plays football and understands the game.
Level 5 TEFL British native speaker Online & in person by arrangement
Your football life
English you can put into play.
We choose topics to suit your English level, your role and your goals, from your first simple sentence to a detailed conversation.
Training & team life
Ask questions, understand drills and join conversations with coaches and international teammates.
“Can you show me again?” · “Who am I marking?”
Interviews & media
Talk about matches, performances and goals. Practise clear answers to common interview questions.
“We kept our shape.” · “We need to be more clinical.”
Life abroad
English for travel, finding a home, appointments and everyday life, including preparation for a move abroad.
“I’d like to arrange a viewing.” · “Could we change the appointment?”
Your English tutor
A feel for football. A focus on language.
I’m Greg: a British native speaker, a Level-5-TEFL-qualified English tutor and an active amateur footballer. My own playing experience has taught me the value of quick, clear communication.
In lessons, we use match scenarios, tactical diagrams and role-play. You practise understanding instructions, asking for clarification and expressing your own ideas in English.
Getting started
Your goals shape the training.
For players, coaches and enquiries from clubs or player representatives. Individual online lessons; in-person sessions in and around Sangerhausen by arrangement. Individual tuition for young players aged 11 and over.
- 01 / Meet
In a free 15-minute introduction, we discuss your football life, your English and your goals.
- 02 / Make a plan
We agree on topics, lesson frequency and times around your training and match schedule. Prices are quoted and agreed before lessons begin.
- 03 / Practise & repeat
You get plenty of speaking time, focused feedback and repeated practice of useful phrases in new situations.
Ready for the next step?
Let’s talk about your game.
Tell me who the lessons are for and where English would help. We’ll arrange a free, no-obligation 15-minute introduction.
Enquire about Football EnglishPlayers · Coaches · Clubs
gregholt@gmx.de
Or request an introduction online (German booking page) →