Looking to take your skills to the next level? The Foundations Program is for you! All the information here on our collaborative program with Central Coast United.
Kickstart your child’s football journey with the Foundations Term 3 Program – a 10-week coaching and match-play experience created by Central Coast United and Central Coast Mariners Academy, working together just like in the 9s–12s Rep Programs.
Hosted at Soccer5s Tuggerah – the premier youth development venue on the Central Coast – each 90-minute session includes 1 hour of elite training and a 30-minute competitive match, with scores, goal scorers, and Player of the Match tracked weekly.
This unique format mirrors the development approach used in our rep football programs and delivers purposeful sessions that help players grow through real-game experience – because nothing develops young players faster than playing.
Key Information:
- Age Groups: U7s to U14s (based on 2025 age group eligibility)
- Start Date: Wednesday 23rd July 2025
- End Date: Wednesday 24th September 2025
- Venue: Soccer5s, 1 Bryant Drive, Tuggerah, 2259
- All weather facility – guaranteed training and matches
- Times & Age Groups:
- Session 1 (4:45 PM – 6:15 PM): U7s, U8s, U9s & U10s
- Session 2 (6:25 PM – 7:55 PM): U11s, U12s, U13s & U14s
*Please note times are subject to change pending registration numbers. You will be notified of your time prior to Week 1.
- Duration: 1 hour training + 30-minute match per session
- Total Sessions: 10 training sessions + 10 matches = 20 purposeful sessions
- Cost: $375 (based on $25/hour)
- Playing Jersey: 1 x training jersey provided
- Note: If you participated in Term 4 2024 and Term 2 2025, you have already received your jersey for the 2025 season.
- Skill Level: Open to all abilities
- Pathway Access: Direct exposure to the Junior Technical Directors of CCU and CCMA
- What to Bring: Water bottle and football boots
Multi-Child Registration Discounts
- First child: $375
- Second child: $337.50 (10% off)
- Third child or more: $300 (20% off)
To receive your multi-child discount, email info@ccutd.com and we’ll send you a coupon code to apply at registration.
Group Placement Reminder
Please ensure you enter your child’s current grade, local club, and team in the registration form. This helps us accurately place players into appropriate training groups.
Time Slot Flexibility
Final time allocations may vary based on registration numbers. Please be prepared for either session time. Official session times will be confirmed via email on Monday 5th or Tuesday 6th May 2025.
Active Kids Voucher
You can apply your $50 Active Kids Voucher during registration:
- Enter your voucher number in the Active Kids tab
- Apply the coupon code CCUAKV at checkout to receive your discount
Questions?
Contact info@ccutd.com at any time for help.
