Skill Development Program

Overview

The Nepean Football Association (NFA) Skill Development Program (SDP) is a registration-based development program designed for players U7 to U16 who are passionate about improving their football and accelerating their development in a structured training environment.

The SDP provides players with additional training opportunities beyond their regular club commitments, focusing on the core technical elements of the game. Sessions are designed to enhance ball mastery, passing & receiving, dribbling, finishing, 1v1 defending and decision-making, through age-appropriate activities delivered by qualified coaches.

Open to players from across the Nepean region, the program offers a clear pathway for players looking to further develop their skills while maintaining strong connections with their grassroots clubs. The SDP also serves as an important identification pathway for players who may demonstrate the potential to progress into higher-level NFA development and representative programs.

Working alongside local clubs and coaches, NFA is committed to creating a positive and challenging environment that encourages players to learn, grow, and build confidence both on and off the field. While the program is focused on skill development and player improvement, it is equally committed to fostering a lifelong love of the game, encouraging players to enjoy their football journey, build lasting friendships, and develop a passion for learning.

 

About the Program

The Nepean Football Association Skill Development Program (NFASDP) will be a registration-based development program for players currently registered and playing within the Nepean Football Association (30 clubs) looking to enhance their technical skills.

The program is conceptually similar to the FNSW Talent Support Program (for NPL Youth players), and other code development programs – where additional training and support are provided to develop players who continue to play for their club teams in the regular season.

The aim of this program is to provide support for players to develop their technical skills and values and develop a lifelong love of the game of football.

 

Program Structure

  • Mixed Gender Squads of all age groups from U7 to U16’s (where registrations permit)
  • 1 x 75 minute training session per week at each of our Nepean Regional Hubs with an NFA SDP Coach (U7 – U12)
  • 1 x 90 minute training session per week at each of our Nepean Regional Hubs with an NFA SDP Coach (U13 – U16)
  • 8-week term-by-term program. Players will register for the next terms program at the end of the current term.
  • Players will be provided a training/playing kit, which will be in the Nepean FA colours, badged as NFA. (Included in registration payment)
    • Players will be required complete the sizing form as part of their registration
  • Cost – New Player: $275.00 (+GST) – Kit Included
  • Cost – Returning Player: $200.00 (+GST) –  Kit already ordered from previous term

Please note all registrations also incur an additional $7.50 administration fee from Football Australia

SKILL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM HUBS

Female Only

AddressVillage Oval – Greenwood Pkwy, Jordan Springs NSW 2747
DayMonday
U7 - U125:30pm - 6:45pm
U13 - U167:00pm - 8:30pm
Term 4 Start Date19.10.26

Hawkesbury

AddressClarendon Street, Richmond NSW 2753
DayMonday
U7 - U125:45pm - 7:00pm
U13 - U167:00pm - 8:30pm
Term 4 Start Date19.10.26

Blue Mountains

AddressMatcham Ave, Wentworth Falls NSW 2782
DayWednesday
U7 - U125:45pm -
7:00pm
U13 - U167:00pm -
8:30pm
Term 4 Start Date21.10.26

Penrith

AddressKevin Dwyer Park – Roper Road, Colyton NSW 2760
DayFriday
U7 - U125:45pm - 7:00pm
U13 - U167:00pm - 8:30pm
Term 4 Start Date23.10.26

To request a late registration, please click on the button below

If you have any questions please email: development@nepeanfootball.com.au
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