Glen Katherine Auskick is a sports club located in Melbourne that is affiliated with the NAB AFL Auskick programme. As Australia's leading participation programme, Auskick aims to help kids get active and develop lasting friendships while introducing them to Australian Football and teaching them invaluable life skills.
At Glen Katherine Auskick, the focus is on game-based activities that children love, making learning fun and disguised as playing. The club welcomes kids of all skill levels, and children can start Auskick in the calendar year they turn 5, even if they have no prior experience with Aussie Rules.
The experience at Glen Katherine Auskick is described as “organised chaos” but perfect fun. The club believes that game-based activities contribute to more active and confident kids. To ensure fair and safe play, Auskickers are divided into age groups, and optional all-girls groups are also available. Through these sessions, kids will become comfortable on the footy field while laughing and learning along the way.
Each session runs for one hour per week, and there is no need for expensive kit - Auskickers can wear whatever they feel comfortable in.
In addition to forming friendships and developing life skills, Glen Katherine Auskickers enjoy several exclusive benefits. They receive a unique pack of footy goodies, an Auskick Junior Club Membership for the AFL club of their choice (including access to games! And the opportunity to play halftime at AFL and AFLW elite matches alongside their footy heroes.
Parents have an important role to play at Glen Katherine Auskick. They can get involved by coordinating activities, participating themselves, or simply encouraging their child. The club emphasises the importance of a fun and inclusive environment, and families are encouraged to ask the local Auskick coordinator how they can contribute.
For those who want to take their involvement to the next level, there is an opportunity to join Team NAB AFL Auskick. Registered Auskickers can enter a competition to win a spot on the team. Winners receive a Grand Final Week experience, the chance to present a medal to their footy heroes at the Grand Final, and $5,000 spending money for the team captain.
To join Glen Katherine Auskick and experience all the benefits and fun that come with it, interested individuals can register to play on the club's website. The website also provides information on home activities, ways to help the club, safety and inclusion policies, and frequently asked questions.
Glen Katherine Auskick is committed to providing a positive and engaging experience for kids and their families, and they encourage anyone interested in joining or learning more to contact the club through their website or social media channels.