sharks development program
Designed for boys aged 5–12 and girls aged 5–14, this program offers additional training and access to Sharks Pathways. We focus on strong fundamentals, confidence, and game understanding, supporting players exactly where they are in their development.
The Future Sharks Pathway
The Sharks Development Program operates as a single aligned pathway for both Girls and Boys, offering dedicated streams for both individual players and whole teams. Tailored for players aged 5–12 who are not currently in the JDL system, the program is designed to provide high-level football development.
For individual players aspiring to progress through the club’s representative pathways, we offer two distinct streams: the Skills Academy and the Sharks Development Squad.
For local association teams, we know how hard it can be to find a dedicated coach for grassroots football. That’s why we’ve launched Sharks Group Training as our third stream, a dedicated coaching solution for your local team.
You bring the squad, we bring the expertise.
Skills Academy
The Skills Academy serves as the entry point for players aged 5–U8’s. This stream is ideal for players continuing to build confidence and establish a strong foundation of core football skills.
Details:
Cost: $300/Term
Program Duration: 3 Terms
Sessions: 1/Week (60 minutes)
Ages: Girls & Boys 5 - 8
Focus Areas:
- Fundamental skill development
- Confidence and enjoyment
- Game awareness and decision-making habits
- Preparing players for increased training loads in the future
Training Schedule:
Friday: Seymour Shaw 1
Girls & Boys - 4:15 – 5:15pm
A Skills Academy Jersey is included in every registration.
Development Squad
Sharks Development Squad (SDS) targets players ready for higher intensity training. Placements are capped to ensure quality, while coaches collaborate with JDL staff to identify players for pathway progression.
Details:
Cost: $500/Term
Program Duration: 3 Terms
Sessions: 2/Week (60 minutes)
Ages: Girls U7-14 & Boys U7-12
Focus Areas:
- Advanced skill execution
- Decision making and game intelligence
- Developing disciplined training habits
Training Schedule:
Monday: Port Hacking High School
Friday: Seymour Shaw Stadium
U7-10 Girls & U7-8 Boys 4:15 – 5:15pm
U11-14 Girls & U9-12 Boys 5:30 – 6:30pm
A complete training kit is provided, including a shirt, shorts, socks, jacket, and bag.
GROUP TRAINING
Designed specifically for local association teams wanting to train and elevate their game under Sharks coaching guidance. A minimum of 6 players is required to participate in the group training with the program limited to 8 teams.
Details:
Cost: $300/Term per child
Program Duration: 3 Terms
Sessions: 1/Week (60 minutes)
Ages: Girls & Boys 5-12
Focus Areas:
- Developing team cohesion, chemistry, and dynamic play
- Fundamental skill development
- Game awareness & tactical decision-making
Training Schedule:
Friday: Seymour Shaw Stadium 5:30 – 6:30pm
A Sharks Academy Jersey is included in every registration.
Program Leadership
The Sharks Development Program is overseen by Brendan Gan. A current member of the Senior Sharks Team, Brendan’s career has come full circle—he began his journey as a Sharks junior before playing professionally in the A-League, the Malaysia Super League, and representing Malaysia on the international stage.