Next Generation Academy
The AFL Club Next Generation Academies is a joint initiative between the AFL and AFL clubs.
The focus of the program is to increase opportunities to Multicultural and Indigenous participants who many be new or want to learn more about Australian Rules Football (AFL). The program is available to all young people, with any skill level, aged 11 – 18.
Participants will be exposed to elite football experience with expert coaching and facilities. Each program may differ slightly but will involve a range of different sessions throughout the school holidays or after school hours.
AFL Clubs have their own program format, which may include:
- Australian Rules Football (AFL) clinic and skills sessions
- Come and Try days involving an introduction AFL
- Leadership and Teamwork sessions
- Fitness Testing and training programs
- Education sessions including cultural awareness, nutrition, healthy living etc.
To confirm your eligibility please click here, then search the NGA Zone map to find out which club you are aligned to. Once you have found your relevant AFL Club, please register below.
If the AFL Club within your NGA Zone does not have a Come & Try upcoming, register your details HERE and we will pass on your information.
| AFL Club | Date | Time | Details | Age Group | Gender | Registration Link |
| Carlton | Please check back for future information | |||||
| Collingwood | Register your interest to receive information as it becomes confirmed | Register Here | ||||
| Essendon | Register your interest to receive information as it becomes confirmed | Register Here | ||||
| Geelong | Please check back for future information | |||||
| Hawthorn | Please check back for future information | |||||
| Melbourne | Please check back for future information | |||||
| North Melbourne | Register your interest to receive information as it becomes confirmed | Register Here | ||||
| St Kilda | Please check back for future information | |||||
| Richmond | Please check back for future information | |||||
| Western Bulldogs | Please check back for future information |