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Pre-season Football Programs

Wondering what to do in January and February?

To kickstart 2026, we have programs for every age, skill level, and goal – from fun holiday camps to intensive pre-season preparation! Whether you’re a beginner, a competitive player, or just looking for a social kick-around, we have you covered.

Registrations are OPEN NOW! Spaces are limited in all specialist programs, so don’t delay!

JANUARY: School Holiday Camps

Keep the energy high with our fun and focused holiday camps!

School Holiday Camps (Mixed & Girls): Fun, skill-based days for ages 5-13.
Intensive Development Camp: High-performance training for motivated Div 1/2 players (Ages 10-16).
Goalkeeper Camp: Specialist sessions focusing on technique, agility, and shot-stopping.

For more information, go to: https://www.balmainfootball.com.au/school-holiday-camps-girls-and-mixed/

FEBRUARY: Pre-Season & Social Programs

Get match-fit and game-ready for the winter season or join our social programs!

Pre-Season Development Program (Mixed & Girls): 6 weeks of dedicated training, fitness, and small-sided games for intermediate/advanced players.
Striker Training: Focused 6-week program on creating and scoring goals.
Goalkeeper Training: Dedicated 6-week positional training (Wednesdays).

For more information, go to: https://www.balmainfootball.com.au/pre-season-dev-programs/

MiniRoos Kick-Off & MiniTillies (Mixed and Girls): 6-week introduction program for 4-7 year old boys and girls.
- For more information, go to: https://www.balmainfootball.com.au/miniroos-2/
Kickstarter: A nurturing, beginner-friendly program for players with 0-2 years’ experience (8-12 year olds).
- For more information, go to: https://www.balmainfootball.com.au/football-kickstarter/
Women’s Social Summer Football: Fun, friendly, low-pressure kick-arounds on Tuesday evenings (16+).
- For more information, go to: https://www.balmainfootball.com.au/summer-football-women/
All Abilities Summer Training: Inclusive training designed for players with a disability (5-23).
- For more information, go to: https://www.balmainfootball.com.au/all-abilities-summer-program/

Find your perfect program and register today!

Women’s Social Summer Football

Looking for a fun and social way to stay active this summer? Whether you’re brand new to football, returning to the game, or just want a casual kick-around with friends, our Social Summer Football for Women program is for you!

This program is perfect for women of all ages (minimum 16 years old) who want a relaxed and friendly environment to enjoy the beautiful game. Forget intense competition; our focus is on fun, fitness, and community.

BOOK HERE!

MiniRoos & MiniTillies are back!

MiniRoos and MiniTillies are back!

MiniRoos Kick-Off is an introductory program designed for beginning and developing players who are new to the game (aged 4-7 years old). The nation-wide initiative uses short, game-based sessions to introduce the sport of football to newcomers in an inclusive way. It focuses on learning new skills, being active, making life-long friends and, potentially, unearthing the next generation of Socceroos or Matildas. You can sign up with your friend or alone, no equipment needed.

Next programs are running from October to December 2025 and also February to March 2026.

Go HERE to book!

Men’s and Women’s Premier League 2026 Trials

Registrations are now open for players 18 and older to trial for the 2026 Men’s and Women’s Premier League teams, who play in the highest division in the Football Canterbury Association (Men’s – Bill Brackenbury Premier League / Women’s – Grace Martin Premier League).

BDFC are looking for suitably experienced and committed players to trial for our teams this November and December.

Men’s Premier League (BBPL)

Venue: Balmain Road Sporting Ground
Time: 7pm-9pm
Dates: 19th Nov, 26th Nov, 3rd Dec

REGISTER TO TRIAL (MEN’S)

Women’s Premier League (GMPL)

Venue: Waterfront Drive Sporting Ground
Time: 7pm-9pm
Dates: 25 Nov, 2 Dec, 9 Dec

REGISTER TO TRIAL (WOMEN’S)

Players will begin training once a week from February until the end of the season:

Men’s – Thursdays (Mandatory) and Tuesdays (from mid-March – optional)
Women’s – Thursdays (Mandatory) and Tuesdays (from mid-March – optional)

Both teams will have club-appointed Head Coaches to lead their program for the season.

If you have any questions about the team, please contact Angelo via email at gm@balmainfootball.com.au

Our Holiday Camps – awesome fun!

Our popular school holiday camps are back for the JANUARY 2026 school holidays!

Week 1: Tuesday 6th, Wednesday 7th, Thursday 8th January
Week 2: Tuesday 13th, Wednesday 14th, Thursday 15th January
Week 3: Tuesday 20th, Wednesday 21st, Thursday 22nd January

Please note that players must be signed in and out on every day. Places are limited!

BOOK NOW!