Start a private football skills coaching business

Parents of junior players wanting extra training, keen teenagers, and adults returning to the game or learning from scratch.

A set price per session or a pre-paid block of sessions, with a lower per-person price for small groups.

• Strong football playing or coaching background
• Clear, patient communication
• Planning fun, structured sessions

• There is no single coaching licence, but a Working With Children Check (or equivalent clearance) is required in every state and territory for child-related work, so check your state's rules before coaching children
• Many councils require a booking or permit for commercial use of parks and ovals, so check with your local council before you start charging
• Public liability insurance, and consider professional indemnity cover
• Weather cancellations affecting income
• Child safety, first aid training and parental consent forms

Startup costs are typically around $500 to $2,000, depending on your equipment, insurance and any first aid training. These are estimates, so get insurance quotes and check any local field booking fees before you start.

Monthly revenue is typically around $400 to $2,500, depending on how many sessions you run and how many clients you have. These are estimates of revenue, and weather cancellations can affect income.

Check your state's rules on a Working With Children Check or equivalent clearance, which is required for child-related work in every state and territory. Also check council booking or permit rules for parks, public liability insurance, first aid and parental consent.