AFL program

Get kicking, marking and hand-balling with our fun-filled footy program!

Our one-day AFL program will be held on Thursday 4 April at Footscray Park campus.

Please note: we require asthma, allergy, medication and/or behavioural forms to be provided as relevant. These are available under 'About our programs'.

About the AFL program

Come along and find out what it takes to make it at an elite level! The day includes:

  • fitness testing – find out how you rank against the elite athletes
  • skills work to up your game
  • age-relevant movement and drills.

Activities

The AFL program is suitable for children aged 5–12 years old.

Kids will walk off the footy field with improved crucial game skills and greater game awareness and strategy, including:

  • kicking
  • marking
  • hand-balling
  • attacking and defending skills
  • one-on-one play skills
  • goal-kicking.

What to bring

Your child will need:

  • their favourite footy team colours
  • runners and footy boots (footy boots are optional)
  • shorts/pants
  • t-shirt
  • jumper
  • hat
  • sunscreen
  • water bottle
  • snacks
  • healthy lunch.

Cost

Cost for the one-day program: $73.80

Please note: Our programs cannot be claimed on the Child Care Benefit (CCB) claim.

Location

Our AFL holiday program is located in the Footscray Park Aquatic & Fitness Centre, Building L.

Please meet at Building L, Level 3, basketball court.

All activities happen within our high-quality facilities which form part of the University’s elite sport and exercise precinct. Our facilities include:

  • ovals located at the entrance to the Sport, Exercise and Active Living precinct
  • two indoor basketball courts
  • two multi-purpose courts
  • indoor 25m x 25m heated swimming pool.

Register

Using a computer (rather than your smartphone):

  1. register an account
  2. select the classes tab
  3. browse classes > show all
  4. filter ‘holiday programs’
  5. select options from week 1, week 2 and optional aftercare

In booking you agree to our School holiday sports programs terms & conditions

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