​​​​​​​FIRST KICKS (4-6 years)

Born 2018, 2019, 2020

WHO: An introductory program learning the FUNdamentals for players turning 4-6 years, using best practice, by following the NZFootball Whole of Football Plan for First Kicks. 

Our young players must be turning 4yrs before June 2024 to join First Kicks.  We do offer a Mini Dribblers Programme for 2yrs-4yrs each term.  Please have a look at the information on this programme.

NOTE: Our recommendation is that players turning 6, and who have completed a year in First Kicks could move on to Fun Football. New Players to football should complete a season in First Kicks. 

Consideration should be given to technical/tactical, social/emotional, mental, and physical capabilities as the player will be playing with and against 8 year olds in Fun Football.

COST: 

Early Bird Fee: $110 (paid by 15th March 2024).

Standard Fee: $135 (paid after 15th March 2024).

WHERE: Maria Andrews, Coldstream Road, Rangiora

WHEN: Saturday mornings. Session Times - 10.30am-11.15am (followed by Prizegiving) 

Start Date: 27th April 2024

Finish Date: Saturday 7th September 2024

No football on Matariki Weekend or the middle of July school holidays.

End of Season Celebrations Day: Saturday 7th September 2024

INFORMATION:

• ​​​​​​​Players provide socks, shinpads and boots. Shirts will be provided for players for the season.
• Shin pads are COMPULSORY.
• ​​​​​​​Boots (no metal studs) are recommended, but sports shoes are sufficient.
• First Kicks may be cancelled due to ground conditions if it is deemed unsafe due to heavy rain or cold conditions. Cancellations will be listed on the club website and Facebook page.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

REGISTRATION FOR THE WINTER FOOTBALL SEASON

All returning players please check for a email communication with magic link to register. All new players click on the link below.

REGISTRATIONS OPEN NOW - CLICK HERE