Dear Parents and Whānau,

We are pleased to share with you the training plan for our Juniors for the upcoming term. Our focus is to provide a safe, enjoyable, and engaging environment where all players are supported to learn and develop while having fun.

The sessions will be led by myself alongside our dedicated Junior coaches. Over the first five weeks, we will run themed sessions that focus on key areas of the game, building skills step by step:

1. 1v1 → 2v2 → 3v3 – Developing confidence in attacking and defending situations.

2. Possession-Based Football – Playing together and keeping the ball as a team.

3. Attacking Transitions – Quick reactions when winning the ball back.

4. Shooting & Reactions – Finishing skills and decision-making under pressure.

5. Small-Sided Games – Applying skills in realistic match situations.

From week 6 onwards, our training will begin with a quick warm-up followed by games or mini-tournaments, depending on player numbers on the day. These sessions will be competitive, fun, and inclusive – ensuring that all players are actively involved and leave with a smile.

Thank you for your ongoing support. We are excited about the term ahead and look forward to seeing the kids on the field enjoying their football.

Kind regards,
Leo Villa

Dates and Times for Term 1 2026

2026 Pre-season training - all sessions are open to all players in these grades, you do not need to have played for IBU this season to attend.

U5 - U8:

Location: Wakefield Park Artificial
Day: Fridays
Times: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Duration: 13 Feb - 27 Mar
Cost: $70​

U9:

For all players turning 9 in 2026
Location: Wakefield Park Artificial
Day: Mondays
Times: 3:30PM – 4:30 PM
Duration: 9 Feb - 30 Mar
Cost: $100​

U10:

For all players turning 10 in 2026
Location: Wakefield Park Artificial
Day: Mondays
Times: 3:30PM – 4:30 PM
Duration: 9 Feb - 30 Mar
Cost: $100​

U11:

Location: Wakefield Park Artificial
Day: Tuesdays (option to add Thursdays if they’d like to train twice a week)
Times: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Duration: 10 Feb - 31 Mar
Cost: $100​ (or $200 if training twice a week)

U12:

Location: Wakefield Park Artificial
Day: Thursdays (option to add Tuesdays if they’d like to train twice a week)
Times: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Duration: 10 Feb - 31 Mar
Cost: $100​ (or $200 if training twice a week)

How to register

Simply follow the link to the registration page here (green for current member or blue for new)

• at the top right of the page click the blue [Register Now] button

• click the [Skills Centre] button

• select the appropriate grade for your player in the [Choose Team] section of the form and complete registration from there

For more information email our club administrator