Boys Academy

What we do

The Boys Academy at Empire Football Club offers a full development programme that provides boys aged 2 – 16 years the opportunity to learn the game in a fun, educational environment.

Players will participate within their own age category to maximise enjoyment & improvement. Ratios are kept to a minimum to ensure the players receive quality, one to one and group time with their coach.

Pre-Academy - 3-5 Years

The program is built around the developmental needs of children aged 3-5. It is a high-energy program that introduces children to the fundamentals of soccer and focuses on skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting.

The Pre-Academy program also encourages character traits such as respect, teamwork, and sportsmanship. We provide the opportunity for young children to be fit and challenged through fun games and interaction.

Academy Program (3 – 18) yrs

This program is for the players that are just starting out or that want to play social football, we offer this program in the 3 locations.

Our Academy Program is a progressive soccer development program that not only makes better soccer players but better people too. Our holistic and educational approach fosters mental and emotional growth as we focus heavily on core values.

Advanced & Development Squads (U7 – U18) yrs

This program is for our advanced players that will take part in competitive leagues and matches on a weekly basis. Training is available 3 days per week and all players in the squad must attend 2x sessions per week at least. Sessions run for 90 minutes and will incorporate, strength and conditioning, technical and tactical sessions, performance analysis and much more.

These players will participate in the YFL league on a Saturday and regular tournaments, locally and internationally.