The Waikato Football Academy provides a unique opportunity for young players to accelerate their development and reach their potential as footballers. 

The Waikato Football Academy training program will develop the skills of players of all levels.  The sessions will build players confidence, and skills learned can assist/improve the players game.

The program is available to any player that is prepared to make a commitment to their improvement, catering to the needs of beginners through to elite level players.  Session are conducted based on NZ Football Skills Centre and/or Talent Development directives outlined in various coaching resources. Sessions are planned based on age, skills level and number of attendees. The sessions follow the format of skill introduction, training scenario and game situation with a 60-75 minute session depending on difficulty and intensity.  

The Academy schedule runs all year in conjunction with the school terms. There is no training on Public Holidays. 

TERM 2 2024

MIXED ACADEMY SCHEDULE – 6 to 12 years 

Group 1: Ages 6- 8 Years 

Group 2: Ages 9-12 Years

This term our mixed Skills Centre will focus on getting players back on the ball after the summer holidays. Our coaches follow sessions based on the NZ Football Curriculum and whilst sessions may not get your blood pumping is all about Skills at this stage. These sessions build on fundamental skills to finish the season off strong, players will use with ease and confidently going into the 2024 football season. 

Dates: Mondays 6th May – 24th June 2024

Time: 4.00 – 5.15pm

Cost: $119 plus training/playing kit*

Location: Galloway Park

 

Note: If the number of bookings and player skill levels warrant it, we may split players into groups based on age and ability however we won’t know the final numbers attending until after the first week.

 

*TRAINING KIT
All players are required to purchase the training or playing kit.  The kit includes a shirt, shorts and socks (approx. cost $95). The kit can be purchased through our partners, Ultra Football here. Password is WFA19. Further details can be found under Academy Merchandise.

 

BOOKING
Please use the booking link below to select the program you would like to attend – ensure you select all sessions as we do not accept part registrations.  A confirmation email will be automatically sent to you on confirmation of your registration. A email with Program Instructions and Information will also be sent to you prior to the start date, if you have not received either of these emails please check you junk mail/spam folder and get in touch. 

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION

 

TERM ONE

TERM TWO

TERM THREE

TERM FOUR