September 27
Girls AFL Footy Holiday Camps
Inspiring girls aged 5 - 14 to be their best on field in a team environment
Designed specifically for girls to build their confidence and game skills playing the game we love.
The girls AFL football holiday program is a first of its kind. The Bloods Footy Camp is an action based footy camp open to children aged between 5 years to 14 years of any skill level who love footy.
It combines group training plus skills-based sessions along with daily structured and supervised match play to ensure maximum fun and footy development!
When
Start: 8.30am
Pick Up: 3.00pm
Where
WHAT TO BRING
- Mouthguard recommended.Â
- Lunch/Snacks for the day stored in a bag
- Water Bottle
- Wet weather jacket/spray jacket.
- Warm Sports clothing and footy boots for training.
- Spare clothes in case clothing gets wet during the day. Â
WET WEATHER
In the event of heavy and consistent rain or inclement weather we will switch to indoor activities in the club pavilion. Â
State Government COVID restrictions and protocols will be followed.
Footy Camp Program
Professional Coaching
The Bolts Footy Camp will be directed by Ben "Specky" McGee.
Ben brings extensive coaching experience and an outstanding support network of accredited coaches.
Safe Environment
The Camp will follow Victorian Govt guidelines relating to COVID safe standards and all staff work off a premise that every individual participating has the right to feel safe and valued.
Skills Development
The camp program has been developed specifically by Ben to cater to a range of abilities and is built around the fundamental motor skills required for the AFL game.
Team Work
Helping kids to develop teamwork skills. Teaching respect, compassion, model behaviour, following rules and learning how to accept constructive criticism.
Girls Footy Camp Workshops
Dive into our ripper Bloods Footy Camp made especially for girls aged 5 – 14.
We reckon it’s about time to have some fun while learning the ropes, so let’s get cracking!
Learn to grip, flip, and twist that footy like a pro.
You’ll master:
- Kinaesthetic shaping
- Unjuggled mark
- Hand/Eye Coordination Sounds pretty flash
Drills & Thrills:
- Tossing & Tapping – both upright and while you’re having a lie down.
- ‘Legs 88’, ‘Flippers’, and ‘Snap Crackle Pop’ (and no, we’re not talking breakfast cereal).
- Run & Carry
- Juggling
Dive into the nitty-gritty of ground balls
Skills & Drills:
- Master the graceful crouch, sneaky feet positioning, and the art of elbow-fu.
- Play with ‘Stationary Ball positions’, ‘Belly rolls’, and ‘Hot Dots’. We promise it’s not a new dance trend!
- Race ‘Against the clock’ or go head-to-head in ‘2 vs 1’.
The Goss: Get the 411 on positions, rules, and more. Great for AFL noobs and seasoned pros.
What’s On Offer:
- A glossary chockers with footy terms.
- A dive into the differences between a ‘Small forward’ and ‘Tall forward’.
- Handy electronic PowerPoints for a cheeky gander later on.
Kicking isn’t just about giving the ball a good old boot.
Dive deep into the science and art behind the perfect punt.
Mastery of the Drop Punt:
- Drop punt grip
- Fancy footwork
- Follow-through
- Visual cues
- Kinesthetic drills (yeah, we’re getting technical now).
Girls Camp Day Pass
September 27
Register Now Before Places run out
Early Bird Sale
1 Day Pass
8.30am - 3pm
Don't Miss Out! No Coupon Code Needed
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Game-Sense Drills
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Foundation Skills Development
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Warm Up & Recovery Stretches
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Injury Prevention Techniques
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Team Communication
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Personal Resilience
Why choose us
Safety Is Our Priority
Free Water
Water is on hand for all to keep well hydrated throughout the camp
First Aids on site
Our head coaches are all First Aid - Level 2 accredited.
Private Bathrooms
Separate female and male change rooms
All Equipment Provided
The latest in football drills and safety equipment provided
Ben McGee (B.Ed Physical Education) & Renowned Footy Coach
- The camp is open to Girls and Boys of all skill levels and from any junior footy club
- Camp participants are grouped via their age, ability and existing friendships to ensure every child has an enjoyable experience
- Our camps focus on fun with a mix of group and specialised training activities tailored to participants skill levels
- Staffed by accredited coaches, the camp will have a coaching ratio of 1:12 so for every 12 camp participants, there is 1 coach
- The program includes daily match play (games)
- Coaching young aspirational footballers is my passion. Seeing them develop is my reward
– Specky McGee