ABOUT AUCKLAND FC FOOTBALL SCHOOL
As part of our focus on engaging with Auckland’s wider football community, Auckland FC is delighted to launch Auckland FC Football School.
Auckland FC Football School offers a chance for boys and girls of all levels of ability to improve their skills through fun and engaging coaching sessions run by Auckland FC.
The programmes operate in conjunction with our partner clubs across the region and follow the philosophy of Auckland FC and AFC Bournemouth to bring a holistic structure to football coaching. Open to anyone, those who sign up will receive an Auckland FC training kit, visits from Auckland FC players and a free ticket to an upcoming Auckland FC match amongst other benefits.
SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMMES
Holiday Camps are available for 9-13-year-old boys and girls and run from Monday to Thursday during the school holidays, 9am to 1pm. Our school holiday camps are run regionally in partnership with partner clubs in the region. They are open to anyone, not just those registered at the partner clubs.
The camp is designed to be fun and inclusive and follow the Auckland FC and AFC Bournemouth coaching philosophy. Auckland FC holiday camps are suitable for all levels of ability.
AUCKLAND FC FOOTBALL SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY AND SYLLABUS
Philosophy
FUN: More than anything we make football fun. Making exercises and sessions fun is proven to help children learn more and stay involved in the game for longer. We want everyone to fall in love with the game for life.
FOOTBALL AS LIFE SKILLS: Many of the lessons we learn while taking part in football can be transferred into our everyday lives. Goal-setting, controlling our emotions, work ethic, and resilience are just some of the transferrable skills, we want to help our young people become better people not just better footballers.
HEALTH AND WELLBEING: We promote a healthy and balanced way of life. Being active, having a healthy diet and understanding why this is important is a core part of our coaching philosophy.
INCLUSIVE: The Auckland FC Football School is designed for everyone. Our programmes are suitable for new players right through to players striving to play at the highest level. We actively promote a positive and inclusive environment for everyone.
Syllabus
TECHNICAL: Technical football skills are the foundation of being able to perform and enjoy the game. We prioritise ensuring our players are competent across all elements of technical skills.
TACTICAL: Understanding the way the game is played and how to be effective is an important part of junior and youth football development. It can also be an enjoyable learning experience.
PHYSICAL: The physical nature of the game becomes more and more important all the time. Our programme focuses on age-appropriate ways of athletic development, from developing motor skills and coordination as well as promoting healthy lifestyles in our community.
MINDSET: Football demands a lot of the mind, and these skills are one of the biggest learning benefits of playing football – these are skills that can be carried through into everyday life. Learning how to control emotions, resilience, work ethic and much more.
Frequently Asked Questions can be found here.
Timetable
| MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY |
| 8:45AM – Arrival | 8:45AM – Arrival | 8:45AM – Arrival | 8:45AM – Arrival |
| 9:00AM – Introduction | 9:00AM – Warm Up | 9:00AM – Warm Up | 9:00AM – Warm Up |
| 9:30AM – Warm Up | 9:30AM – Session 3 | 9:30AM – Session 5 | 9:30AM – Session 6 |
| 10:00AM – Session 1 | 10:30AM – Classroom Session 2 | 10:30AM – Classroom Session 3 | 10:30AM – Classroom Session 4 |
| 11:00AM – Classroom Session 1 | 10:50AM – Break | 10:50AM – Break | 10:50AM – Break |
| 11:20AM – Break | 11:00AM – Session 4 | 11:00AM – Session 6 | 11:00AM – Session 7 |
| 11:30AM – Session 2 | 12:00PM – Lunch | 12:00PM – Lunch | 12:00PM – Lunch |
| 12:15PM – Lunch | 12:20PM – Small Sided Games | 12:20PM – Small Sided Games | 12:20PM – Small Sided Games |
| 12:35PM – Small Sided Games | 12:55PM – Daily Challenge | 12:55PM – Daily Challenge | 1:00PM – Prizegiving |
| 12:55PM – Daily Challenge | 1:00PM – Departure | 1:00PM – Departure | 1:15PM – Player Meet & Greet |
| 1:00PM – Departure | 2:00PM – Departure |
DATES & LOCATIONS:
HOLIDAY CAMP ONE
Riverhills Park, Pakuranga
Monday 13 January – Thursday 16 January
9am till 1pm
Ages Boys and Girls 9 – 13 years
$440
HOLIDAY CAMP TWO
Bay City Park, Oteha
Monday 27 January – Thursday 30 January
9am till 1pm
Ages Boys and Girls 9 – 13 years
$440
You will be invoiced alongside confirmation of your place in the camp.
Price includes:
Auckland FC Training Kit
Lunch Daily
Auckland FC Player Workbook
Auckland FC Player Visits
Free Ticket to an upcoming Auckland FC match
Discounts on Auckland FC tickets and merchandise
Places are limited – Please express your interest below.
We will be in touch once you’ve filled in the form to confirm your place.
