Build Skill.
Grow Confidence.
Understand the Game.
The Foundation Stage of the M5 Pathway.
From first sessions to extra training alongside club football, we’ll find the right group for your child to learn, grow and enjoy the game.
The Right Support.
The Right Challenge.
Every player arrives with different experience, confidence and goals.
Some are learning the basics. Others want to feel more comfortable on the ball or build on what they’re learning at their club.
We organise classes by age and playing level, with guidance to help each player take their next steps. Across every group, we encourage effort, respect and a willingness to learn.
You don’t need to know which class is right for your child. We’ll help you find a suitable starting point.
Purposeful Training.
Lasting Habits.
Sessions combine focused technical training with individual challenges and small-sided games.
Players have opportunities to practise, make decisions against opponents and apply feedback. Coaches explain what they are working on and help them understand how it connects to the game.
Technique
Develop first touch, passing, dribbling and finishing, then practise using those skills under pressure.
Game Understanding
Learn to recognise space, support teammates and make decisions with and without the ball.
Confidence & Training Habits
Build confidence to try, learn from mistakes and keep working through challenges. Develop habits of listening, effort and respect for others.
Coaching
& Care
Our coaches take the time to get to know players, offering encouragement, clear guidance and constructive feedback they can understand and act on.
Training takes place at the M5 Football Centre of Excellence in Caringbah, with indoor space for technical practice and small-sided games.
Chose Your
Weekly Training.
Choose a training frequency that suits your child’s needs and your family’s schedule. We can help you decide.
Foundation — for players building consistency
Growth — for players ready to increase volume
Plus+ — for players seeking a higher training load
Your training option determines how often your child attends.
Classes are organised by age and playing level across all options. We’ll help you choose the option that best supports your child’s development.
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Perfect for new or developing players.
1 session per week.
$50 per week
Best for kids who:
Need to build confidence
Are new to structured training
Benefit from a slower, steady progression
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Our most popular option.
2 sessions per week.
$85 per week
Ideal for kids who:
Are ready for more challenge
Want consistent, week-to-week development
Want to build skill, game understanding, and better decision-making
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3 weekly sessions.
$100 per week.
Designed for players who:
Want more opportunities to practise and improve.
Are building toward higher performance levels
Love football and want to train as often as possible
You don’t have to know which tier is best right now — we’ll recommend the right option after we meet your child.
Find a Session
that Fits.
Our current class timetable is below. You can choose morning, afternoon, or evening sessions that align with your child’s energy and your family schedule.
Training location
M5 Football Centre of Excellence
Unit 4, 17–23 Captain Cook Drive
Caringbah NSW 2229
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10:00AM :: Minis @ M5 CoE
_____03:00PM :: 1-on-1 @ M5 CoE
04:00PM :: FTP @ 5Sports
04:00PM :: Foundation U6-8 @ M5 CoE
05:00PM :: Foundation+ @ M5 CoE
06:00PM :: Development @ M5 CoE -
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03:00PM :: 1-on-1 @ M5 CoE
04:00PM :: FTP @ 5Sports
04:00PM :: Foundation U6-8 @ M5 CoE
05:00PM :: Foundation+ @ M5 CoE
06:00PM :: Youth Girls @ M5 CoE -
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03:00PM :: 1-on-1 @ M5 CoE
04:00PM :: Foundation U6-8 @ M5 CoE
05:00PM :: Foundation+ @ M5 CoE
06:00PM :: Development @ M5 CoE -
06:45AM :: JDL @ M5 CoE
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03:00PM :: 1-on-1 @ M5 CoE
04:00PM :: Fundamentals+ (Girls Only) @ M5 CoE
05:00PM :: Development @ M5 CoE
06:00PM :: WNPL @ M5 CoE -
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03:00PM :: 1-on-1 @ M5 CoE
04:00PM :: FTP U8 @ M5 CoE
05:00PM :: FTP U9 @ M5 CoE
06:00PM :: FTP U10 @ M5 CoE
Session times and offerings are subject to change across the season — we’ll confirm your child’s ideal schedule during the trial process.
Questions Before
Getting Started?
Q: Does my child need previous experience?
A: We welcome enquiries for players with different levels of experience, including those new to structured training. We’ll recommend a suitable group based on your child’s age, experience and available classes.
Q: Can my child continue playing for their club?
A: Yes. The Development Program provides additional training alongside club football.
Q: Are girls classes available?
A: Yes. Dedicated girls sessions are available, along with mixed classes. We’ll help you find a suitable option.
Q: Can my child try a session before enrolling?
A: Yes, subject to class suitability and availability. Complete the enquiry form and we’ll contact you with trial options, including the session details and any applicable fee.
Q: How do weekly payments work?
A: Payments continue weekly while your child is enrolled, based on your selected training option. To cancel, email team@m5football.com.au with at least two weeks’ notice. Fees remain payable during that period.
Q: What happens if we need a break or miss a session?
A: You can request a pause of up to four weeks in a 12-month period, with at least seven days’ written notice. Approval and conditions apply.
Missed sessions generally do not qualify for refunds, credits or make-up sessions. M5 may offer a replacement session at its discretion.
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Q: How does this differ from the Full-Time Program?
A: The Development Program offers regular training for players building their skills, confidence and understanding of the game.
The Full-Time Program is a selective option involving a greater training and competition commitment. Coaches may recommend it when a player demonstrates readiness and a suitable place is available.
Let’s Find the
Right Class.
Whether your child is new to football or already developing, the most important thing is starting in the right environment.
Complete the form below and we’ll guide you toward the most appropriate next step based on your child’s age, experience, and readiness.
Submitting this forms does not guarantee placement in a specific program or group
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