Pre-Academy Development Program
Premier Training for Ages 5-15
Elevate your Football game
Professional Training for Young Athletes
Designed to advance the skills of 5-15 year old players, this program is open to boys and girls wanting to develop their football skills under the guidance of Western Sydney Wanderers Academy coaches.
JOIN OUR PRE ACADEMY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
Term Two, 2025
Ages 5-15
Mixed
$380
- 10-week program (Mon 28 April – Sun 9 July)
- Open to boys & girls (Ages 5-15)
- Elite coaching by qualified Academy coaches
- Pathway opportunities to Wanderers Academy
- Available across multiple Western Sydney locations
- Renewal discount for returning players
Ages 5-15
Girls
$380
- 10-week program (Mon 28 April - Friday 4 July)
- Open exclusively to girls (Ages 10-15)
- Elite coaching by qualified Academy coaches
- Pathway opportunities to Wanderers Academy
- Located at Wanderers Fives, Rooty Hill
- Renewal discount for returning players
Ages 10-16+
Goalkeeper
$380
- 10-week program (Mon 28 April – Fri 4 July)
- Open to boys & girls (Ages 10+)
- Specialist goalkeeper coaching
- Pathway opportunities to Wanderers Academy
- Located at Wanderers Football Park, Rooty Hill
- Renewal discount for returning players
Invitation
- Exclusively for selected boys and girls from our Pre-Academy program
- 10-week program Elite Boys (Fri 2 May – Fri 4 July)
- Boys Elite: U9 (2016), U10 (2015), U11 (2014), U12 (2013)
- 9- week program Elite Girls (Sun 4 May - Sun 6 July)
- Girls Elite: U12 (2013), U13 (2012)
- Located at Wanderers Football Park, Rooty Hill
DISCOVER OUR FOOTBALL LOCATIONS
Term Two 2025
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
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Pre-Academy Development Program | Campbelltown (Ages 5-15) - Term Two, 2025
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Pre-Academy Development Program | Strathfield (Ages 5-15) - Term Two, 2025
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Pre-Academy Development Program | Parramatta (Ages 5-15) - Term Two, 2025
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GET YOURSELF FOOTBALL READY
Training equipment and gear available for purchase
Full Training Uniform
$70 (Save $10)
Be our Wanderer with your own full training kit valued at $80.
- Jersey
- Shorts
- Socks
Jersey
$35
A moisture-absorbing football jersey made in part with recycled materials.
- Material: 100% recycled polyester interlock
- V-neck
- Moisture-absorbing AEROREADY
Shorts
$30
Wherever your day takes you, you're set in these football shorts.
- Material: 100% recycled polyester interlock
- Regular fit
- Elastic waist with drawcord
- Moisture-absorbing AEROREADY
Socks
$15
Make a statement with these football socks, featuring strategic cushioning and breathable mesh inserts.
- One pair per pack
- Ribbed cuffs, ankle and instep
- Anatomically placed cushioning to support and protect high stress areas
- Material: 99% nylon / 1% elastane
Track Jacket
$80
This track jacket keeps you covered as you warm up before training sessions or games. It is made of breathable, quick-drying fabric, so you stay cool and dry.
- Material: Polyester
- Double-knit body and sleeves
Backpack
$80
Don't leave your essentials behind on your next adventure, pack your gear into the adidas Training Backpack to get started with your day.
- Material: 100% Recycled Polyester Ripstop
- Front and top zip pockets
- Side mesh pockets
WHAT YOU GET
- Professional coaching from our highly qualified Academy coaches under the guidance of Western Sydney Wanderers Youth Technical Director, Corey Gameiro and Youth Technical Director of the Wanderers Girls Academy, Geoff Abrahams
- Players will be taught the same skills and methods as the Wanderers Academy players
- An opportunity to identify and transition players into the Wanderers Academy
- Open to both boys and girls
2025 Calendar
Our Pre-Academy Development Program will run alongside the school calendar year.
- Summer Block | Wednesday 8 January – Friday 24 January
- Term One | Monday 3 February – Friday 11 April
- Term Two | Monday 28 April – Friday 4 July
- Term Three | Monday 21 July – Friday 26 September
- Term Four | Monday 13 October – Friday 19 December
Hear from parents involved
"My daughter is loving the Pre-Academy! The coaches are great, she is learning new skills every week and making some very great friends along the way." - Harley E, Rooty Hill.
"Its fantastic, my son's football skills have developed in leaps and bounds. The improvement from this program has been significant." - Harmony W, Campbelltown.
"My son has tried many programs, but this is one of the best ones around. The coach cares about my sons development and is invested in him as a person, not just a player. There is a real dedication to fostering talent and ensuring some of the best players make it big time." - Luke K, Strathfield.
Active Kids Vouchers Accepted
Families receiving Family Tax Benefit can apply for an Active Kids voucher for each eligible child.
The voucher is valued at $50 and:
- is available twice a year
- can be used for eligible active activities with the Western Sydney Wanderers FC
- must be redeemed before the expiry date on the voucher
Please CONTACT US if you wish to use your Active Kids Voucher.
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR PRE-ACADEMY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Frequently Asked Questions
The Pre-Academy Development Program is being hosted in a number of regions across Western Sydney, including Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Penrith, Rooty Hill and Parramatta.
Campbelltown (sessions held on Monday)
- Ages 5-9 from 5:30pm - 6:30pm & 10-15 from 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Parramatta (sessions held on Wednesday)
- Ages 5-9 & 10-15 from 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hawkesbury (sessions held on Thursday)
- Ages 5-9 from 5:30pm - 6:30pm & 10-15 from 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rooty Hill (sessions held on Friday)
- Ages 5-9: 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
- Ages 10-15: 5:45 pm – 6:45 pm
Penrith (sessions held on Sunday)
- Ages 5-9: 9:00am - 10:00am
- Ages 10-15: 10:00am - 11:00am
Trained by our highly qualified Academy coaches the Wanderers coaching philosophy is player-centric and driven with the outcome to provide players for our Isuzu UTE A-League Men, Liberty A-League Women, and national teams
The fee for a 10-week term is $380.
The one time purchase of uniform comes at an additional cost of $70. Participants can also purchase a jacket or backpack.
Yes, the Pre-Academy Development Program is inclusive and open to both boys and girls across all listed age groups.
