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Holiday Clinics

Every school holidays, the Sharks 3 Day Holiday Clinic brings three full days of football to Seymour Shaw for boys and girls aged 5 to 13, of every ability. Our coaches keep it fun and active, so every child leaves a more confident player.

Ages
5 to 13
When
Every school holidays
Where
Seymour Shaw Stadium
Run by
Paul Reid and the Sharks coaches
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Registrations open on Intrac before each school holidays.

Hundreds of children in football kits gathered on the pitch at Seymour Shaw with their coaches for a Sharks holiday clinic

The clinics

Head of Football Development at the Sharks, and U17 Joeys Assistant Coach, Paul Reid, as well as his team of experienced coaches, will ensure your child develops their skills and becomes more confident in their footballing ability, in a friendly environment.

No matter what level your child is playing at, the Sutherland Sharks Holiday Clinics are a great way for any junior player to keep active and have fun playing football during the school holidays.

  1. 3 Day Holiday Clinic

    Three full days of football fun for boys and girls aged 5 to 13 of all abilities.

  2. High Performance Clinic

    Our always popular one-day clinic, tailored for advanced players aged 8 to 14 looking to up-skill: highly ambitious players, demanding an elite and challenging training environment. It takes the highly committed and focused players through game-realistic scenarios and strength and conditioning exercises, to further develop their technical, tactical, physical and mental performance on the football field.

  3. Girls Only Holiday Clinic

    One day for girls aged 5 to 13. It is a great way for girls to start their football journey and develop a love for football in a comfortable environment, or to boost the skills and confidence of girls already playing football for their local team.

What to expect

  1. Professional coaching

    All sessions are delivered by Sutherland Sharks’ experienced, friendly and qualified coaching staff. Our coaches are passionate about football and committed to nurturing young talent.

  2. Skill development

    Players take part in game-realistic and engaging sessions, designed to improve essential football skills like ball control, dribbling, passing, shooting and teamwork.

  3. Mini-games and competitions

    Every day is packed with exciting mini-games and friendly competitions to help players apply their new skills in a fun, supportive setting.

Inclusive, fair and fun

Our clinics cater to all skill levels, from beginners to intermediate and more advanced players. We carefully group players based on age and ability to ensure everyone is appropriately challenged and enjoys their time. Our priority is creating a positive atmosphere where fairness, teamwork and enjoyment are at the heart of every activity.

Why choose our clinics?

  1. Boost confidence

    Players build self-esteem and football skills in a nurturing environment.

  2. Stay active

    Structured activities keep kids physically active, healthy and engaged.

  3. Make new friends

    Participants meet and bond with fellow football enthusiasts from the local community.

  4. Learn from the best

    Expert guidance from the Sharks’ highly qualified and passionate coaching team.

Frequently asked questions

Who the clinics are for

Can beginners participate?

Absolutely! Our 3 Day Clinic caters to all skill levels, from beginners to more advanced players. Our High Performance Clinic is for A-grade players, or those in the JDL or NPL space.

Can my child be placed in the same group as a friend or teammate?

Of course they can. We want every child to have an enjoyable experience at all of our clinics. Just note who your child would like to be grouped with in the notes section during registration.

Can my child attend single days?

For the most benefit, we encourage attending the full clinic; however, single days are welcome if that suits.

Are coaches qualified?

Yes, all our coaches are experienced and certified by Football NSW and Football Australia.

On the day

What should participants bring?

Football boots, shin pads, a water bottle, snacks, sunscreen, a hat and weather-appropriate clothing.

Is lunch provided?

We recommend participants bring their own snacks, lunch and water.

What happens in the event of poor weather?

The clinics go ahead rain or shine. We look forward to seeing you at Seymour Shaw these school holidays.

The Academy

  1. 01Nursery

    Boys and girls

  2. 02Juniors

    Boys and girls

    Boys and men

    Girls and women

  3. 03Youth

    Boys and men

    Girls and women

  4. 04Senior

    Boys and men

    Girls and women

Alongside the Academy