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ABOUT AAF
At AAF, we have 30-years experience developing the football skills of children aged between 8-and 14-years of age. Taking place on a full-sized, synthetic pitch at Cooke Park in Belfield, our training sessions run in blocks of 10-weeks.
Our experienced and passionate coaches- Bill Galanis, Kosta Galanis and Johnny Di Biase – teach players of all skill levels how to control, pass and shoot the ball with both feet.
In particular, we pride ourselves on the time that we invest in perfecting our players’ shooting skills through repetition and correction, encouraging them to use the inside in-step and in-step techniques with both feet.
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Bill Galanis
AAF’s Head Coach, Bill, has over 20 years experience in football coaching. Inspired by Australian renowned English coach Terry Bowcott, Bill has advanced the coaching ranks by obtaining (coaching licenses C Junior and C Senior) and Bill has also coached the SAP program for several years at numerous clubs with the majority at APIA Leichhardt.
Bill has many international and domestic successes under his belt, including the Borneo Cup, AC Milan Friendship Cup, Golden Goal Cup and Friendship Cup. He has also coached APIA’s SAP Program for several years.
Kosta Galanis
Kosta has been a coach at AAF for the last four years, where he’s been a specialist in youth development coaching related to midfield and attack.
Before playing football in both Germany and France, Kosta played semi-professional football for 10 years with APIA Leichhardt, Bankstown City and the Stanmore Hawks. He was also part of the Borneo Cup winning team in 2012 and 2014.
Johnny Di Biase
Before joining AAF, Johnny played semi-professional football in England, Malaysia and Thailand for 12 years. He was also part of the Borneo Cup winning team in 2012 and 2014 with fellow coach Kosta.
Johnny’s focus is mostly centered around defensive awareness, specialists in leadership, shooting technique and reading the play.
OUR STATE OF THE ART FACILITIES
At AAF, we have 30- years experience developing the football skills of children aged between 8 years to14 years of age. Taking place on a full-si zed, synthetic pitch at Cooke Park in Belfield, our training sessions run in blocks of 10-weeks. Our experienced and passionate coaches- Bill Galanis, Kosta Galanis and Johnny Di Biase – teach pl ayers of all skill levels how to control, pass and shoot the ball.
In particular, we pride ourselves on the time that we invest in perfecting our players’ shooting skills through repetition and correction, encouraging them to use the inside in-step and in-step techniques with both feet.
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- At AAF, we provide parents with peace of mind. Our academy’s training sessions are created with the intention for players to have fun, connect with the sport and create memories with like-minded sportspeople.
- Our football philosophy and training methodology is conducted within a structured learning environment where children can maximise their learning and skills at an early stage. We specialise in training players aged between 8-14 years old. These are the most crucial development years as players mature into young athletes.
- We are firm believers that every parent and player have the right to belong to the AAF family. From BBQs and training sessions to football tournaments and travelling overseas, our parents & players form formidable relationships that last a lifetime.
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TESTIMONIALS
You should try it, you should come here and try it. Within 2 weeks, 3 weeks and you can tell the difference.
Ali
I think really this time with coach Bill, the way he encourage him and just the special techniques that he’s got that bringing out the best inside him.
Janene
Coach Bill is very enthusiastic, very professional, hard but fair, and the players really love the structure.
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FAQ's
What am I getting for my money?
Your children will learn and develop the bare basics of football which are how to control, pass and shoot the ball with both feet. Without the basics being taught and mastered from young, players won’t be able to progress and shine on the pitch once they are older.
Why should I take my kid to a football academy?
Taking your kid to a football academy allows your kid to be trained by coaches that are there for your kids development and growth. An academies primary goal is to enable your child to develop critical life and football skills. The extra training that they do with an academy in conjunction to what they do with their local football teams will also allow them to grow at a quicker rate than otherwise.
Will the Academy improve my child's development?
Yes. Here at AAF we only focus on the most crucial aspects of a kids football development, that being, how to control, pass and shoot a ball with both feet. Without this 3 tiered approach your kid will be missing the most vital elements in their footballing career. Whilst football is our focus, we are passionate about instilling the right values into children from a young age to help them mature positively
What will the academy give my kid that their club won't be giving them?
The main benefit your child will reap, that a club won’t focus on is their development and growth as a player on and off the field. Most football clubs focus on ‘winning’ games which makes their drills and practises very different to what we believe is most pivotal for youth aged between 8-14 years old. Come and train with us for one session at the AAF and experience our football difference.
What is the location and training times of your academy?
Training is usually on Saturday’s from mid-day to early afternoon. Times change very infrequently and if they do, all parents are notified in advance. Our training facility is located at Cooke Park in Belfield. Parents are encouraged to stay and mingle with others and support their super star(s) through the sessions. Seating is in abundance and light snacks andrefreshments are also available
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