FC NELSON PRE-ACADEMY

FC Nelson Pre-Academy focuses on players in the skill acquisition phase (8-12) and looks to build on their key skills and confidence to help them take the next step in their football journey.

These sessions are intended to complement a player’s community football development.


In 2026, we are also introducing our new Girls only FC Nelson Diamonds Pre-Academy.  This ensures the


​​​​​​​The FC Nelson Pre-Academy runs on Mondays 4.00-5.00pm (Term 1 & 4) and Mondays and Wednesdays 4.00-5.00pm (Term 2 & 3) at Neale Park.

TERMS 1 and 4 -  1 day per week - Monday

TERMS 2 and 3 - 2 days per week - Monday and Wednesday (option to do one day per week)

AGES - 8yrs - 12yrs


TERM ONE (one day per week - Mon):

Start:                       Monday 9th February

End:                        Monday 30th March                    

TERM TWO (two days per week - Mon, Wed):  (Option to do one day per week)

Start:                       Monday 20th April

End:                        Wednesday 1st July

TERM THREE (two days per week - Mon, Wed):  (Option to do one day per week)

Start:                       Monday 20th July

End:                        Wednesday 23rd September                

TERM FOUR (one day per week - Mon):

Start:                       Monday 12th October

End:                        Monday 16th December

                                 

Note: There is no training on public holidays


Times:                    4:00 pm to 5:00 pm                     

Venue:                    Neale Park - North Road end                          

Fee:                        Terms 1 and 4 - $95 per Term

                                Terms 2 and 3 - $160 per term - option to do one day per week only - $95.00                                           per term.

​​​​​​​Registration:          Fill in the form below to register for the current term     


These sessions will be in addition to your child's team training during the winter season.


Your child will need the following items:

  • Shin pads – these are compulsory (safety reasons)         

  • Football socks

  • Shorts  

  • Football boots

  • Water Bottle


PAYMENT:

Places are not confirmed until payment is made.Please pay through stripe or Polipay using the Registration Link


Any questions please contact our Football Development Officer, Manuel Montagna - manuel@fcnelson.co.nz