Academy Programs
Registrations OpenThe development pathway.
Four age-based development tiers from Mini Stars to Pathway to Pro, plus holiday camps and targeted coaching. Each program builds on the last, creating confident players through structured lesson plans and AFC A, B, and C licensed coaches designed to help children reach the next level.
4 – 8
Foundation & Fun
9 – 12
Learn, Improve & Grow
13 – 15
Develop Skills & Confidence
16+
UpcomingPerform, Compete & Achieve
Current Term
Term I — 2026
9-Week Academy Program · 1 Aug – 27 Sept 2026
Registrations openSchedule
9 weeks · 3 sessions/week · 27 sessions total
Important Dates
Term I Launch — Registrations Open
First Training Session
Last Training Session
Payment Options
Full Payment
A$300.00
What's Included
- 27 professional coaching sessions
- Technical and tactical football training
- Physical development
- Team-building activities
- Special Sunday events
- End-of-term recognition
Special Activities
Every third Sunday, regular training is replaced with a special activity including site visits, birthday celebrations, Parents & Players Day, team-building, or football education sessions. Timing communicated directly to parents.
Training Schedule
Academy training sessions.
Sessions run every Friday, Saturday and Sunday across 9 weeks. Train. Learn. Grow. Succeed.
Fridays 4:00 PM · Saturdays & Sundays 3:30 PM
Friday
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Saturday
1
August
Sunday
2
August
Friday
7
August
Saturday
8
August
Sunday
9
August
Friday
14
August
Saturday
15
August
Sunday
16
August
Friday
21
August
Saturday
22
August
Sunday
23
August
Friday
28
August
Saturday
29
August
Sunday
30
August
Friday
4
September
Saturday
5
September
Sunday
6
September
Friday
11
September
Saturday
12
September
Sunday
13
September
Friday
18
September
Saturday
19
September
Sunday
20
September
Friday
25
September
Saturday
26
September
Sunday
27
September
Druk Stars Way

Foundation & Fun
01
Mini Stars
An introduction to football built around fun, movement, and basic ball familiarity. Sessions focus on coordination, dribbling fundamentals, and building a love for the game in a pressure-free environment.
Learn, Improve & Grow
02
Junior Stars
Players develop core technical skills: passing, receiving, first touch, and movement off the ball. Emphasis on teamwork, small-sided games, and understanding the basic principles of play.
Develop Skills & Confidence
03
Druk Stars
A development-focused program for players building tactical awareness and competitive identity. Sessions include position-specific work, structured scrimmages, and deeper coaching feedback.
Perform, Compete & Achieve
04
Pathway to Pro
UpcomingHigh-performance preparation for serious players targeting football beyond the academy. Training intensity, physical conditioning, and match-readiness are the core focus of this elite development tier.
Specialist
05
Goalkeeper Development
UpcomingA dedicated goalkeeper programme focused on the technical and mental demands of the position: shot-stopping, distribution, positioning, and decision-making under pressure. Delivered by specialist coaching staff with a structured curriculum tailored to each age group.
Targeted
06
Small Group & Private Coaching
UpcomingTargeted development support in tight groups or one-to-one settings for players who need extra touches, tactical clarity, or an individualised progression plan.
Coaching philosophy
How we develop players.
Learn
Be coachable. Work hard. Always get better.
Every session is designed to reward effort and attention. Players who listen, apply, and push their limits consistently are the ones who develop fastest, regardless of starting point.
Respect
Respect teammates, coaches, opponents, and referees.
We build a culture where humility and sportsmanship are non-negotiable. Showing respect on and off the pitch is part of what it means to be a Druk Stars player.
Inspire
Encourage others. Be a role model. Give back.
Development goes beyond individual skill. We expect players to lift teammates, represent the academy with pride, and eventually give back to the football community that shaped them.

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