Everything you need to know about Coachly — from generating a plan to bringing it to the pitch.
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Coachly is an AI-powered session planner built specifically for GAA youth coaches. Tell it your age group, pitch, available equipment, and what skill you want to focus on — and it builds you a complete, structured training session in seconds. No templates, no copy-pasting drills from a spreadsheet. Just a plan that fits your group, ready to print and run.
The form takes about 30 seconds. Set your age group (U6–U12), code (football or hurling), session length (30, 45, or 60 minutes), number of players, and how many coaches or helpers you have.
Tell Coachly about your pitch size, available equipment (cones, bibs, goals, etc.), weather conditions, and the skill focus for the session. Football skills include catching, handpass, kicking, soloing, shooting, 1v1, and decision-making. Hurling skills include catching, lifting, striking, shooting, blocking, 1v1, and decision-making. Or keep it balanced across all skills.
Pick stations (players rotate between drill areas) or whole group (all players together). Toggle whether to include a warm-up, cool-down, Go Games finish, and an optional fitness block.
Hit Generate. The AI builds your session, typically within 20-40 seconds. The whole journey from landing on the site to having a ready plan usually takes under a minute.
Every session is fully structured and includes everything you need to run it without any extra preparation.
Warm-up block
An age-appropriate activation game to get players moving and focused.
3 core blocks
By default 3 skill blocks, or 2 skill + 1 fitness when enabled.
Go Games
A small-sided game at the end so players can apply what they practised.
Cool-down
A wind-down activity suitable for the age group.
Coaching cues
Short, positive verbal prompts you can call out during each drill.
Progressions
An easier and a harder version of every drill, so you can adapt on the fly.
Equipment list
Exactly what to bring before leaving home — no guessing.
Safety notes
Key reminders for coaching children, specific to the session.
Editing a block
Not happy with a drill? Each block has an Edit menu with Swap Drill, Simplify, Make Harder, and Add Note. These actions update only that block and keep the rest of the session unchanged.
Sharing a plan
Every plan has a shareable link. Use it to send your session to a co-coach or assistant before training. The link works without an account — just open it and the plan is there. Shared plans are read-only (the recipient can't edit them).
Exporting to PDF
Export a clean A4 PDF to bring to the pitch. The PDF includes all blocks, timing, coaching cues, equipment list, and safety notes in a print-ready layout. You get 1 free PDF export after your first generated plan. Extra downloads are included with the Club Pack (see Free vs Club Pack below), and Club Pack downloads never expire.
How long plans are saved
Plans have an expiry date shown in My Plans. Most plans are stored for 30 days. Export the PDF before expiry if you want a permanent copy.
| Free | Club Pack | |
|---|---|---|
| Session plans per day | 3 | Unlimited |
| Full plan preview online | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swap or improve any drill | ✓ | ✓ |
| Share with co-coaches | ✓ | ✓ |
| Club & county personalisation | ✓ | ✓ |
| PDF download | 1 free after first plan | 100 included |
| Club and county details on PDFs | — | ✓ |
| Plans saved for | 30 days | 30 days |
The Club Pack is €39.99 for 100 PDF downloads. You also get 1 free PDF export after your first generated plan before you buy. Club Pack downloads never expire and buying the Club Pack unlocks unlimited session plans per day.
No. Coachly doesn't require you to sign up or create a password. When you first use the site, a secure token is saved in your browser (for example, when you generate your first plan) so your plans are linked to your device. As long as you use the same browser, your plans appear in My Plans automatically. If you clear your cookies or switch browsers, that link is lost — so export any plans you want to keep permanently.
Which codes does Coachly support?
Football and hurling. Both are available from the generate form. Camogie sessions use the hurling format.
What age groups are covered?
U6, U8, U10, and U12. Drills, timing, and coaching cues are tailored to each age group.
Can I generate more than one session per day on the free plan?
The free plan includes 3 session plans per 24 hours plus 1 free PDF export after your first generated plan. The Club Pack removes the session limit entirely.
What if I'm not happy with a drill?
Use the block Edit menu to Swap Drill, Simplify, or Make Harder. These actions update only that block.
Is Coachly affiliated with the GAA?
No. Coachly is an independent tool built by coaches for coaches. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to the GAA in any way.
What happens after 30 days?
Plans are removed when they expire. Most plans expire after 30 days. Export a PDF before expiry if you want a permanent copy.
These are the coaching references used to shape Coachly's current help content and youth-session approach. They keep the guidance grounded in age-appropriate, games-based Gaelic games coaching.
The Gaelic Games Player Pathway
GAA, LGFA and Camogie Association (Tobar) - Checked 2026-03-18
Use player-centered coaching aligned to age and stage. Anchor plans in club, inclusion, and long-term retention.
Foundation 2 (F2) Pathway Card
GAA, LGFA and Camogie Association (Tobar) - 1 Jul 2023
Promote skill development, self-improvement, and enjoyment rather than results. Use modified games via Go Games to build movement and game skills.
Gaelic Games Player Pathway and Sports Science Framework
GAA, LGFA and Camogie Association - 1 Jan 2024
Apply sports science for participation, wellbeing, and progressive development. At F1-F2, prioritize physical literacy, enjoyment, and broad engagement.
Gaelic Games Coaching Pathway
GAA, LGFA and Camogie Association (Tobar) - Checked 2026-03-18
Design coaching around the player, the game, and the environment. Use just-for-me, just-in-time coaching supports and modular delivery.
Gaelic games Youth Athletic Development Course to be 'world class'
GAA - 5 Nov 2024
Youth sessions should remain youth sessions with variation and enjoyment. Consider maturation differences and workload when planning youth training.
Child Safeguarding Policy
GAA - Checked 2026-03-18
Create and maintain a safe, positive, child-centered coaching environment. Use safeguarding-first practice and clear reporting responsibilities.
Gaelic Football Coaches' Use of a Game-Based Approach Impacts Game Performance, Session Characteristics, and Player Perceptions
Res Q Exerc Sport (PubMed PMID: 40388689) - 19 May 2025
Game-based approaches improved decision-making outcomes in youth squads. Conditioned games and purposeful sequencing improved session quality.
Participant Experience of a Modified Sports Program - A Curriculum Investigation in Gaelic Games
Youth (MDPI), DOI: 10.3390/youth4010002 - 1 Jan 2024
Small-sided modified games support skill use and player enjoyment. Downplaying score emphasis supports longer-term participation.
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