Apollo Academy

What players will develop

• Ball mastery, first touch and technical confidence
• Passing, receiving, finishing and one-versus-one skills
• Decision-making and football understanding
• Confidence in possession and the ability to play under pressure
• Habits aligned with the Darebin United playing philosophy

Who the Academy is for

Apollo Academy is typically designed for players aged 7–14 who want additional structured development alongside their normal team training and match commitments. Eligible ages and available groups may vary for each intake.

How the program works

• Additional training delivered during school terms, generally on Saturday mornings
• A club-run, not-for-profit and fully independent development program
• Limited places to support quality coaching and meaningful player feedback
• Program dates, fees, uniform requirements and registration arrangements confirmed for each intake

Coaching and pathway

Sessions are led by Darebin United's Technical Director and experienced, appropriately qualified coaches. The Academy is aligned with the club's playing style, creating a consistent development pathway from MiniRoos and junior football through to the club's senior program.

Next intake

Dates, eligible age groups, fees, uniform information and registration details for the next Apollo Academy intake will be published through What's On and the club's official communication channels.