MINI-ROOS KICK OFF PROGRAM
What is Kick Off?
Created by the Football Federation Australia (FFA), Kick-Off uses short, game-based sessions to provide young newcomers to the game with a fun and, most importantly, an inclusive opportunity try their hand at the world's favourite game. Essendon Royals is an accredited MiniRoos Kick-Off site.
For more information about the MiniRoos Kick-Off program, visit the Kick-Off website Kick-Off website. We particularly encourage you to read the Parent Information Handbook (PDF).
For enquiries about the Royals MiniRoos Kick-Off program, please contact our Kick-Off Program Co-ordinator.
A fun, safe sport taught in a friendly environment for children aged between 4 and 9.
Weekly 45 minute sessions that build skills through games and simple drills delivered in an engaging and inclusive environment.
Every player gets plenty of time on the ball and the prime aim of each session is for children to build fundamental motor skills.
Benefits of Kick Off
Make new friends and develop social skills.Develop values of teamwork, co-operation, fair play, and respect for others.
Develop a child's ability to make quick decisions and improve reaction time.
Keep healthy by getting active!
Sessions: 9 Sessions
Cost: $180 for participation in program, $50 for uniform.
Term 1 Program
Essendon Royals MiniRoos are back in 2020!
Aimed at children between 4 and 9-years-old, our MiniRoos program offers a fun and inclusive way for your children to get involved in football and learn some great skills along the way.
Term One of the new year will once again offer Saturday and Monday sessions.
You can register for Saturday and/or Monday sessions, with the first Saturday session of the term scheduled for February 1 and the first Monday session scheduled for February 3.
By registering, you get access to nine sessions per term with qualified and skilled coaches.
Essendon Royals’ MiniRoos Kick Off Program os part of Australia’s largest network of grassroots football clubs, who provide opportunities for boys and girls of all abilities aged between 4 and 9 to play small-sided games at the weekend.
Your child can sign up to Essendon Royals and join a team for the season where they will make life-long friends and have fun.
Our club will provide coaching sessions and set up matches in a relaxed environment where the aim is to teach new skills in an enjoyable way.
The smaller fields, modified rules and fewer players mean a more enjoyable game with more opportunities to touch the ball and more opportunities to score goals, once again increasing the likelihood of an overall positive experience.
As your child progresses through the various age groups they will be introduced to playing environments that most suit their stage of development and prepare them for the transition to 11v11 football when the time comes.
Term One Details:
Session Dates:
Saturday 9-10am: 1 Feb, 8 Feb, 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 29 Feb, 14 Mar, 20 Mar, 28 Mar, 4 Apr
Monday 6-7pm: 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 2 Mar, 16 Mar, 23 Mar, 30 Mar, 6 Apr
Please note:
All sessions at Cross Keys Reserve
There are no sessions on Labour Day weekend.
Please ensure a current email is used on all registrations as this is how we will communicate if needed throughout the term
Please be at the venue and ready to start FIVE MINUTES before the scheduled start time
Contacts
Program Manager: Raychel Pierson
Contact Raychel at miniroos@essendonroyals.com.au
Essendon Royals Academy uniform
Current participants with the program do not need to purchase new apparel.
New participants can purchase apparel from our store. Note that depending on when you purchase there can be a delay in supply.
What is provided:
Essendon Royals Jacket
Academy Shirt, Shorts and Socks
Cost is $50 and includes Essendon Royals membership.
Purchase using the form below.