Training Options

Term 1 2026 commences the week of 26 January (public holiday) and finishes 3 April

Term 2 2026 commences the week of 20 April and finishes 3 July

Term 3 2026 commences the week of 20 July and finishes 25 September

Term 4 2026 commences the week of 12 October and finishes 18 December

ES LILYWHITES ACADEMY

In 2025 we’re changing the way our coaching programmes operate to promote a more holistic approach to player development and well-being.

Over the past few seasons Eastern Suburbs AFC have worked hard to develop a technically astute and attacking focused player that is capable and confident on the pitch, but now we’re looking further.

Under a refreshed technical team, the ES Lilywhites Academy will look to encompass players across all areas of the club. For more information on the ES Lilywhites Academy CLICK HERE, or check out Player Pathways.

Selection processes for NRF teams (travelling teams who play against other clubs) will remain the same, with the trial process carried out over Term 1. This gives coaches the best opportunity to get to know each individual from not only their technical/tactical ability, but also their social and physical attributes within the group.

TRAINING TIMETABLE

All venues are subject to change pending weather and grounds allocations

ESAFC FEES STRUCTURE.

1x session per week: $125 per term

2x sessions per week: $200 per term

2x sessions per week + Saturday coach: $300 per term

3x sessions per week: $300 per term

3x sessions per week + Saturday coach: $390 per term

Term 2&3 Training 2026 (VENUES SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

GradePathway 2x Per WeekDevelopment 3x Per Week
15th Grade Mixed
  • Monday 6:15pm – 7:15pm @ 

     

    Colin Maiden 7

  • Wednesday  6:15pm – 7:15pm @  

     

    Glover

  • Monday  6:15pm – 7:15pm @ Glover
  • Wednesday  6:15pm – 7:15pm @ Madills
  • Thursday  6:15pm – 7:15pm @  

     

    Glover

16th Grade Girls
  • Monday 6pm – 7pm @ Madills
  • Thursday 6pm – 7:15pm @ Madills
  • Monday 6pm-7pm @ Madills
  • Tuesday 6pm – 7:15pm @ Ngahue
  • Thursday 6pm – 7:15pm @ Madills
17th Grade Mixed  
  • Monday  6:15pm – 7:15pm @ 

     

    Glover

  • Wednesday  6:15pm – 7:15pm @ Ngahue
  • Monday  6:15pm – 7:15pm @ 

     

    Glover

  • Wednesday  6:15pm – 7:15pm @ Ngahue
  • Thursday  6:15pm – 7:15pm @ Madills

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