JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Small-group football coaching in Caringbah for players to train alongside others at a similar stage of development. Each player receives the right level of challenge to build confidence, improve their skills and enjoy the game.
FOR PLAYERS AGED 5-12
➤ Wed & Fri · 22 Jul – 25 Sep 2026
➤ Fundamentals & Rep Prep 4:30–5:30pm · Elite 5:30–6:30pm
➤ $32/session · Term booking · Pro-rated for mid-term joins
➤ 5Sports · Caringbah, NSW
A PROGRAM THAT GROWS WITH YOUR CHILD
Players are placed into the group that best matches their current stage of development, with opportunities to progress as their confidence, ability and understanding of the game develop.
FUNDAMENTALS
For players building confidence and developing the core football skills that create a strong foundation for future development.
Build the Foundation
rep prep
For developing players ready for greater challenge and intensity as they work towards representative football.
Take the Next Step
elite
For advanced junior players ready for a high-level training environment alongside players at a similar stage of development.
Push Further
Not sure where your child fits?
Don't worry — our coaches place each player in the group best suited to their current development.
WHY CHOOSE our JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT program?
Team training has to cater for an entire squad. Our Junior Development Program gives players more touches, more individual feedback and training matched to their current stage of development.
With small groups and a clear development pathway, players build their technical ability, confidence and understanding of the game while continuing to enjoy their football.
SMALL GROUPS
Maximum 1:6 coach-to-player ratio.
DEVELOPMENT-BASED GROUPS
Players train with others at a similar stage of development.
INDIVIDUALISED FEEDBACK
Coaches can actually identify and support each player’s development.
TRACKED PROGRESS & REPORTS
End-of-term player reports help families understand their child’s progress and next steps.
MEET YOUR COACHES
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JACK PEREIRA
ACADEMY DIRECTOR
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![Football coach setting up a training exercise for young players at KB Football Academy.]()
JAYDEN SEETO
JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT COACH
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![Football coach demonstrating a ball control exercise during a KB Football Academy training session.]()
JACKSON BARTER
JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT COACH
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JACK AUSTEN
JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT COACH
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LUCA CARDOSO
JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT COACH
What PARENTS Are Saying
5.0 ON GOOGLE
“KBFA has been outstanding for our two children. They have been placed into groups based on skill level, which challenges them. The coaches know each child well and provide really solid feedback and advice. The sessions have given both kids a lot of confidence, with improvements in their ball control, new skills and passing ability.”
— Lisa, Parent of Cronulla Seagulls Player“KBFA has been such a great addition to our son’s football. The smaller groups mean he gets plenty of time on the ball and the coaches are able to give him individual feedback throughout the session. We’ve noticed a big improvement in his confidence, decision-making and overall technique, and he genuinely looks forward to training every week.”
— Sarah, Parent of Lilli Pilli FC Player“The coaches have been fantastic at understanding where our daughter is at and challenging her at the right level. Her confidence, decision-making and overall ability have really developed, and we’ve been very impressed with the individual feedback she receives.”
— Michael, Parent of Caringbah Redbacks PlayerFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
We’ve answered the questions parents ask us most about our Junior Development Program, from choosing the right group to what players can expect from training. If you still need help, our team is only a message away.
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Yes. Our Junior Development Program is designed for players aged 5–12 at different stages of their football development. Players are grouped by their current ability and development level, helping beginners, developing players and advanced juniors train in an environment suited to them.
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You don't need to choose a level yourself. Our coaches place each player into the group that best matches their current stage of development. Players can progress through Fundamentals, Rep Prep and Elite as their ability, confidence and understanding of the game develop.
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No. Players don't need to play representative football or be at a particular level to join. Our Fundamentals groups are suitable for players building their core skills and confidence, while Rep Prep and Elite provide more demanding training environments for players further along their development pathway.
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Sessions develop the core football skills young players need, including dribbling, passing, receiving, first touch, 1v1 ability and decision-making. Activities are adapted to the level of each group so players are continually challenged as they develop.
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Our Junior Development Program has a maximum 1:6 coach-to-player ratio. Keeping groups small gives players plenty of involvement while allowing our coaches to provide individual feedback and support throughout each session.
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Our coaches monitor each player's development throughout the term. At the end of each term, parents receive a player development report outlining their child's progress and areas to continue working on.
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Our Junior Development Program is held at 5Sports in Caringbah, NSW, with sessions running on Wednesday and Friday afternoons. The program is conveniently located for families across the Sutherland Shire looking for structured junior football coaching.
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