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football in schools
Sport has great potential to help young people develop important values that will help them be successful, well rounded, and contributing members of society.
Inspiring the Next Generation Through Fun, Movement, and Skill
Christchurch United FC is proud to deliver one of the most trusted and impactful Football in Schools programs in Christchurch and the wider Canterbury region. Tailored for both early learning centres and primary schools, our program has positively influenced thousands of children by combining fun, engaging sessions with a research-backed approach that supports physical, cognitive, and social development.
Christchurch United FC is proud to deliver one of the most trusted and impactful Football in Schools programs in Christchurch and the wider Canterbury region. Tailored for both early learning centres and primary schools, our program has positively influenced thousands of children by combining fun, engaging sessions with a research-backed approach that supports physical, cognitive, and social development.
A Philosophy That Puts Every Child at the Centre
At the heart of our program is a simple but powerful principle: “1 player – 1 ball.”
This ensures every child is constantly engaged, receiving maximum time on the ball to build coordination, confidence, and individual skill.
At the heart of our program is a simple but powerful principle: “1 player – 1 ball.”
This ensures every child is constantly engaged, receiving maximum time on the ball to build coordination, confidence, and individual skill.
Our sessions blend age-appropriate football games with valuable life lessons—teamwork, resilience, focus, and a lifelong love of movement. They're delivered by our trained and experienced CUFC coaching staff and follow best practices in child development, earning widespread praise from educators and families alike.
Programmes
Primary Schools Program (Ages 5–12)
Format:
Delivered once per week during school hours. Each 90-minute visit includes three 25-minute sessions, allowing multiple classes and age groups to participate.
Cost:
Delivered once per week during school hours. Each 90-minute visit includes three 25-minute sessions, allowing multiple classes and age groups to participate.
Cost:
- Full-term package (10 sessions): $750 per term
- Individual visit: $100 per visit
- Custom annual programs can be designed in collaboration with each school.
Early Learning Centres Program (Ages 2–5)
Format:
Weekly 60-minute sessions designed to support early-stage skill development, balance, and discovery-based learning through creative, ball-focused play.
Cost:
Weekly 60-minute sessions designed to support early-stage skill development, balance, and discovery-based learning through creative, ball-focused play.
Cost:
- Full-term package (10 sessions): $500 per term
- Individual visit: $75 per visit
- Custom annual programs available upon request.
After-School Football Programs
Hosted on school grounds, our after-school programs are open to all students. These fun and inclusive sessions extend learning beyond the classroom and encourage ongoing football development in a relaxed environment.
Cost:
Cost:
- Full-term package (10 sessions): $750 per term
- Individual visit: $100 per visit
- Tailored annual programs available for interested schools.
Sponsorship Support Package
We believe all children should have access to quality football education. Our Sponsorship Support Package connects schools with local businesses, community partners, and generous families to help fund Football in Schools programs.
This programme is sponsored by the Christchurch United Trust, a group which invests in youth development in Christchurch, particularly in the sports scene.
We thank the Christchurch United Trust for supporting this programme!
We thank the Christchurch United Trust for supporting this programme!
