UNITED FOOTBALL ACADEMY AUSTRALIA

UFAA®

A Complete Football Pathway

From Foundations

to Advanced Development

🟩  START     🟦  DEVELOP     🟨  ADVANCE 
UFAA® OFFERS STRUCTURED PROGRAMS DESIGNED TO SUPPORT PLAYERS AT DIFFERENT STAGES OF THEIR FOOTBALL JOURNEY.

UFAA® FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT PATHWAYS
🟩  STEP 1 INTRODUCTORY PROGRAM  🟦  STEP 2 DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM  🟨  STEP 3 ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT PATHWAY

UFAA® Football Academy Coaching Mission

At UFAA®, our coaching mission is built on long-term player development and respect for each child’s football journey.
We work closely with community clubs and families to provide structured, high-quality training environments that support not only technical improvement, but also confidence, discipline, and positive training habits. We believe that sustainable progress in football is shaped by consistency, mindset, and a genuine engagement with learning.
For players who demonstrate strong motivation, commitment, and potential, UFAA® provides opportunities for more advanced and demanding development pathways designed to challenge and refine their abilities.

UFAA® Football Academy Programs

UFAA® programs offer structured development opportunities for players across different ages, abilities, and stages of the game.
Our training options include year-round programs, holiday camps, 1vs1 coaching sessions and specialised development sessions, with activities designed to complement club football while supporting individual skill progression, game understanding, and confidence.

UFAA™ Football Academy Programs Information Guide

	🟩 INTRODUCTORY PROGRAM
🟩 INTRODUCTORY PROGRAM
The Introductory Program is designed for younger or less experienced players beginning their football journey.
Sessions focus on developing fundamental movement skills and basic football techniques through structured, play-based activities. The aim is to build coordination, comfort on the ball, and an early understanding of the game in a supportive environment.

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uitable for beginner and early-stage players new to organised football.

FOCUS
Introduction to basic rules and core skills including dribbling, passing, and shooting through fun, simple game-based activities

ENVIRONMENT
A safe, supportive, and inclusive setting where every child stays active and enjoys plenty of time on the ball

PLAYER EXPERIENCE
Encouraging sessions that support engagement, skill familiarity, and enjoyment of football

SESSION DURATION
Approximately 60 minutes

	🟦 DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
🟦 DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
The Development Program supports players seeking structured improvement alongside their regular club participation.
Training emphasises technical refinement, improved game awareness, and confident decision-making through progressive, age-appropriate sessions.

SKILL DEVELOPMENT
Focus on ball mastery, first touch, passing accuracy, coordination, speed, and agility within realistic game scenarios

COACHING APPROACH
Delivered by qualified coaches using structured training methods aligned with long-term player development principles

PLAYER DEVELOPMENT
Designed to complement community club football by increasing ball contact, reinforcing technical habits, and encouraging steady progression

TRAINING ENVIRONMENT
A focused and supportive setting that promotes accountability, consistency, and measurable improvement

SESSION DURATION
Approximately 90 minutes
	🟨 ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT PATHWAY
🟨 ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT PATHWAY
The Advanced Development Pathway is designed for players who demonstrate consistency, commitment, and readiness for increased training demands
Led by our Technical Directors — Former Australian National Team Players & Australian Football Hall of Fame Members alongside a coaching group that includes Former Japanese National Team Players and Experienced Professional Players , this program delivers a higher standard of structured football development.

ENTRY BY COACH RECOMMENDATION
Entry is guided by coach recommendation to ensure appropriate placement and developmental readiness.

TRAINING FOCUS
Sessions  emphasis :
• Technical precision under pressure
• Tactical awareness and decision-making speed
• Training discipline and accountability
• Age-appropriate physical preparation and movement efficiency
Training expectations are elevated to reflect the commitment required at this stage.

DEVELOPMENT PHILOSOPHY
We prioritise long-term progression within the Australian football framework, focusing on disciplined habits, technical consistency, and mature game understanding

PLAYER PROFILE
Best suited for players who:
✔ Train consistently
✔ Demonstrate resilience
✔ Respond positively to structured feedback

SESSION DURATION
Approximately 90 minutes

UFAA™ Football Academy Programs FEES

9 WEEKS PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Term 1: Feb | Term 2: Apr | Term 3: Jul | Term 4: Oct
(The program runs across four school terms, aligned with the NSW school calendar)
FAMILY & COMMUNITY OPTIONS
Early booking recommended – limited places per group.
10% sibling discount (second child) 10% referral credit for confirmed new bookings Flexible options for multiple session enrolments
Discounts apply within the same training term period and are not combinable.

🟩 INTRODUCTORY PROGRAM
AGE:  5-7 | 8-10
MON-TUE-WED-THU-FRI
  5:00PM --- 6:00 pm (60 minutes) 
  6:15PM --- 7:15 pm (60 minutes) 

LOCATION
Local Club Grounds

1 Session Per Week : $200 Per Term
2 Sessions Per Week : $350 Per Term
3 Sessions Per Week : $500 Per Term
Casual Participation : $30 Per Session

• All training participants are required to wear the official UFAA® Football Academy Training Kit during sessions.
• • The UFAA® Training Kit is available for purchase at $50, which includes: Training jersey, Training shorts, Football socks, Shin guards
• • • Casual participation is available subject to session availability.
• • • • All players must complete and submit the registration form prior to attending their first session.
🟦 DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
AGE:  8-10 | 11-13 | 14-16
MON-TUE-WED-THU-FRI
  5:00PM --- 6:30 pm (90 minutes) 
  6:45PM --- 8:15 pm (90 minutes)
LOCATION
Local Club Grounds
1 Session Per Week : $270 Per Term
2 Sessions Per Week : $500 Per Term
3 Sessions Per Week : $700 Per Term
Casual Participation : $35 Per Session

• All training participants are required to wear the official UFAA® Football Academy Training Kit during sessions.
• • The UFAA® Training Kit is available for purchase at $50, which includes: Training jersey, Training shorts, Football socks, Shin guards
• • • Casual participation is available subject to session availability.
• • • • All players must complete and submit the registration form prior to attending their first session.
🟨 ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT PATHWAY
ENTRY BY COACH RECOMMENDATION
MON-TUE-WED-THU-FRI
  6:45PM --- 8:15 pm (90 minutes)  

LOCATION
Local Club Grounds

1 Session Per Week : $300 Per Term
2 Sessions Per Week : $550 Per Term
3 Sessions Per Week : $750 Per Term
Casual Participation : $40 Per Session

• All training participants are required to wear the official UFAA® Football Academy Training Kit during sessions.
• • The UFAA® Training Kit is available for purchase at $50, which includes: Training jersey, Training shorts, Football socks, Shin guards
• • • Casual participation is available subject to session availability.
• • • • All players must complete and submit the registration form prior to attending their first session.

From First Touch to Advanced Performance
A Complete Football Pathway.
UFAA™ Academy Programs proudly support families across the Hills District
Castle Hill, Kellyville, Baulkham Hills, Winston Hills, Norwest, Bella Vista, North Rocks, Rouse Hill and nearby suburbs in Sydney.

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