Estates Football Club Academy (EFCA)

Our Mission

We aim to develop young football talents aged 8 to 18 nurturing their skills and character growth with the aim of strengthening the local competition and given kids a pathway to play at the highest level locally and nationally.

Our Objective

We aspire to create a nurturing environment where young players can thrive. We aim to develop proficient footballers, physically fit and mentally strong, while also preparing them for advancement to compete in a high performance environment . We will provide extra training opportunities for players , support parent coaches, and offer individual player development plans to suit each player. All our coaches will be either FFA accredited or on the pathway to completing there accreditations.

High Performance Program (HPP)

The High Performance Program (HPP) is specially crafted around the FQ Academy Program, designed for teams from U8 to U13. As a club, we are actively working towards completing our Tier 2 Assessment to become an FQ Academy Club, aiming to provide our players with the best opportunities for growth and success.

As the football landscape evolves, more clubs are embracing this transition. We believe in preparing our players for the future, ensuring they are ready for the potential introduction of FQ Academy leagues. These leagues will offer our players the chance to compete at a high level week in and week out, contributing to their continuous development on the field.

Estates FC Academy is not just about winning matches; it's about nurturing a lifelong love for football and preparing our players for the exciting challenges that lie ahead.

With EFCA focus on the skill acquisition age group, the four core skills will be the key emphasis of development.

Join us on this journey, where every kick is a step towards greatness!

Trial Sessions:

Flexibility for other commitments:

Trial Sessions:

Our assessment criteria will include strong physical attributes, positive attitudes, and effective communication skills. We value teamwork, coachability, and a genuine love for the game. At EFCA, we're not just identifying talent; we're committed to nurturing and developing it. Our inclusive and supportive environment will foster growth f

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Training:

Flexibility for other commitments:

Trial Sessions:

HPP participants are expected to attend training twice a week. This dedicated schedule is designed to accelerate skill development, foster teamwork, and enhance overall performance.

Flexibility for other commitments:

We understand the importance of balance. If your child is involved in other academies, exceptions can be made, allowing for once-a-week training with Estates FC.

Strategic Age Group Placement:

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In line with our commitment to individualized player development, your child may be placed in age groups outside their eligibility. This strategic decision aims to provide optimal growth opportunities.

HPP Benefits

FFA Accredited Coaches

Interstate Competition & Carnivals

Our coaching staff is made up of experienced and dedicated professionals who are passionate about player development.

All our HPP teams will be delivered by FFA Accredited Coaches. Our Coaching team are licensed and qualified or working towards obtaining their FFA "C" License. This is to ensure the best learning environment and sessions are delivered to achieve our goals at EFCA.

Interstate Competition & Carnivals

HPP teams will have the opportunity to travel interstate to participate in a competitive competition or carnivals to provide the challenge for our players to test their skills and development. Our recent success include our U12/13 Girls bringing home the first spot at the Gold Coast Premier Invitational Carnival.

We are also actively looking at travelling overseas in the near future.

Pathway to FQPL Senior Team

Interstate Competition & Carnivals

Pathway to FQPL Senior Team

Our HPP program provides a perfect pathway to our Football Queensland Premier League (FQPL) teams in both Men's and Women's competition.

2x Training Nights Per Week

Pathway to FQPL Senior Team

Our HPP players will train twice per week to provide the best opportunity to develop their skills.

Strength & Conditioning

2x Training Nights Per Week

Strength & Conditioning

Players will be able to maximise their development through our dedicated strength and conditioning program that will not only prevent injuries by working on movement skills but also help improve core strength to increase performance on the field.

What is the Discovery Phase?

What is Skill Acquisition Phase?

The discovery phase is one of the 4 building blocks within the FFA’s football curriculum.

Players aged 5 to 8 will be in this phase. The discovery phase places places a high emphasis on helping young players enjoy the game of football, while being able to discover their own skills.

Coaches within the discovery phase do not focus a lot on ‘coaching’, but instead emphasizes in organising fun football exercises. This allows players to discover their limitations through trial & error. Emphasis is also placed on natural development – learning football by playing football.

What is Skill Acquisition Phase?

The skill acquisition phase (SAP) is one of the 4 building blocks within the FFA’s football curriculum.

Players aged 9 to 12 will be in this phase. At this stage players are presented with a huge window of opportunity. ‘The Golden age of motor Development.

SAP is designed to develop technical abilities of players between the critical ages of 9 to 12. This is the age group universally acknowledged to be the optimal mental and physical phase in which children are able to learn motor skills.

SAP’s aim to provide the necessary technical ‘tools’ to be able to play the game at the highest possible level with a focus on functional game skills, with an immediate skills transfer into positioning and small-sided games being an absolute requirement.

It is based on world’s best practice and has been developed by internationally acclaimed Technical Coaches and the FFA Technical Department.

Focus (4 core skills)

striking the ball

Includes different forms of striking the ball i.e short and long pass, shooting and crossing.

first touch

striking the ball

Controlling the ball with different surfaces and all allowed body parts.

1v1

running with the ball

Different ways to beat an opponent i.e body feints, step overs, jockey, etc.

running with the ball

Using different surfaces and techniques to dribble at pace or in tight areas including shield the ball and changing direction.

Estates Football Club Academy (EFCA)

Our Mission

Our Objective

High Performance Program (HPP)

Trial Sessions:

Flexibility for other commitments:

Trial Sessions:

Training:

Flexibility for other commitments:

Trial Sessions:

Flexibility for other commitments:

Flexibility for other commitments:

Flexibility for other commitments:

Strategic Age Group Placement:

Flexibility for other commitments:

Flexibility for other commitments:

HPP Benefits

FFA Accredited Coaches

Interstate Competition & Carnivals

Interstate Competition & Carnivals

Interstate Competition & Carnivals

Interstate Competition & Carnivals

Interstate Competition & Carnivals

Pathway to FQPL Senior Team

Interstate Competition & Carnivals

Pathway to FQPL Senior Team

2x Training Nights Per Week

2x Training Nights Per Week

Pathway to FQPL Senior Team

Strength & Conditioning

2x Training Nights Per Week

Strength & Conditioning

EFCA Training Kit

1 on 1 Session

1 on 1 Session

GK Session

1 on 1 Session

Small Group Session

Small Group Session

National Building Blocks

What is the Discovery Phase?

What is Skill Acquisition Phase?

What is Skill Acquisition Phase?

What is Skill Acquisition Phase?

What is Skill Acquisition Phase?

What is Skill Acquisition Phase?

Focus (4 core skills)

striking the ball

striking the ball

striking the ball

first touch

striking the ball

striking the ball

1v1

running with the ball

running with the ball

running with the ball

running with the ball

running with the ball

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