Australian Rules Football Academy
“Creating a state leading government school specialist football program, at Charles Campbell College”.
Charles Campbell College is recognised among educators, industry professionals, and the wider community for the quality of sporting programs delivered through the school. We provide a specialised course – the Australian Rules Football Academy (ARFA) for Girls & Boys in years 7-10.
Charles Campbell College is recognised among educators, industry professionals, and the wider community for the quality of sporting programs delivered through the school. We provide a specialised course – the Australian Rules Football Academy (ARFA) for Girls & Boys in years 7-10.
Program Overview
The Australian Rules Football Academy is more than a kick and a catch, but a comprehensive football program developed to maximise the ability of students to engage, develop, and enjoy themselves. The ARFA program not only focuses on the physical skills and athletic qualities required to play football, but also looks to develop the mental skills and knowledge of its participants for the betterment of both their football and general well-being as an individual. Students who join the Academy in year 7 will experience an extra 500 hours of instruction in the skills, strategies and fitness demands of the game by the time they reach the end of semester 1 of year 10. The program aims to compliment the work and training undertaken outside of school through the students involvement - or goal to be involved - with their local club football, SANFL development team, or underage squads.
A number of key areas are addressed throughout the program:
A number of key areas are addressed throughout the program:
- Skill development
- Strength and Conditioning
- Tactics and game knowledge
- Nutrition
- Injuries and prevention
- Well-being
- Rules and officiating
- Coaching
- Sports Administration
- Career pathways in sport
Community Partnership
Students involved within ARFA will be subject to some unique and industry leading experiences in order to provide them with the best learning opportunities available. Through a productive community partnership with the Norwood Football Club, students will participate in sessions each term with Norwood players and coaches to help further their development.
These sessions will have themes each term and consist of:
Students will hear from AFL and SANFL players and be given an insight into the elite level of football, their experiences, and ideas around how the students can get the best out of themselves throughout their time in the program.
These sessions will have themes each term and consist of:
- Skill Development/Elite Standards
- Nutrition
- Injury Management and Prevention
- Strength and Conditioning
Students will hear from AFL and SANFL players and be given an insight into the elite level of football, their experiences, and ideas around how the students can get the best out of themselves throughout their time in the program.
Students involved with the ARFA will be given priority involvement within the school football teams throughout the year including weekly Vista and Knockout competition.
As the program is selected entry, students will be expected to uphold the school values of Learning, Respect and Excellence throughout the duration of their time within the program. Students will be noticed through a unique ARFA training top that will be worn for practical sessions, and will help set an example for their peers within the school.
As the program is selected entry, students will be expected to uphold the school values of Learning, Respect and Excellence throughout the duration of their time within the program. Students will be noticed through a unique ARFA training top that will be worn for practical sessions, and will help set an example for their peers within the school.
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ARFA Apparel
The students involved in ARFA from years 7-10 were able to hear from Mr Muggleton (HPE Coordinator) about the inception of the program back in 2012, and the progression that has been made over the years from a number of dedicated staff to become what it is today. He highlighted the numerous benefits of being ionvolved within the program and the planned direction moving forward to continue to create a superior learning environment and experience.
With the design of a new logo to help distinguish the students involved in the ARFA program at Charles Campbell College, students were presented with a new shirt and hat as part of being members of the program, a benefit to be enjoyed at the beginning of each year when involved in ARFA. These tops will be able to be worn during practical ARFA sessions, PE classes, and school sport events. Students will be able to wear the hats during these same sessions, as well as anytime outside of the classroom.
The new tops have a number of key components –
With the design of a new logo to help distinguish the students involved in the ARFA program at Charles Campbell College, students were presented with a new shirt and hat as part of being members of the program, a benefit to be enjoyed at the beginning of each year when involved in ARFA. These tops will be able to be worn during practical ARFA sessions, PE classes, and school sport events. Students will be able to wear the hats during these same sessions, as well as anytime outside of the classroom.
The new tops have a number of key components –
- New ARFA logo on the front.
- Community partner NFC logo on the front.
- School and program name across the back.
- Colour scheme to match school colours.
- Lightweight, breathable material, to help with practical sessions.
The presentation of the apparel coincided with a visit from a representative, Ben Mesisca, from our community partner, Norwood Football Club. Along with presenting the apparel to the students, Ben conducted an interactive nutrition, health and well-being presentation. The presentation focused on a number of key areas of nutrition, along with tips and strategies for students to give themselves the best chance to succeed and perform at their sport, schooling, and for the betterment of their health in general. This was an excellent opportunity for students to continue to develop and grow their knowledge around health and well-being, giving them practical solutions for making changes into the future. Ben was able to provide some insight into the expectations and standards that elite SANFL athletes face, and the priority that nutrtion takes to get the most out of physical performance.
Selection Criteria & Costs
Tryouts for ARFA will take place at selected times throughout the year, for the following years class intake. Opportunity to try out is available for both boys and girls, and includes three components that comprise of basic fitness testing, modified-game play and activities, as well as an interview/discussion.
We believe that the ARFA program is most suited to:
We believe that the ARFA program is most suited to:
- Club footballers – both boys and girls.
- Athletic young people keen to learn the game, but who have limited exposure.
- Students with a determination and desire to apply and improve themselves with their sport.
As part of the cost to help faciliate and run the numerous components of the ARFA program, there is an annual fee for each participant. Each school year ARFA students from years 7-12 will receive an exclusive new training shirt, as well as a cap or beanie to recognise their involvement within the program, and for wear during practical sessions and school sport. Students will get the added benefit of hearing from guest speakers throughout the course of the year, and have the opportunity to attend football specific excursions. Representative school football including Knockout, Vista Weekly, and Vista Day Carnivals will also be free for ARFA students, whereas students not involved within the program will participate in these activities at a cost.
Cost of the ARFA Program:
- Year 7-9 - $150 per year (full year ARFA PE subject)
- Year 10 - $100 per year (semester ARFA PE subject)
- Year 11-12 - $50 per year
Future Pathways
Charles Campbell College offers Certificate III in Sport & Recreation. This qualification reflects the multi-skilled role of individuals in operational and customer support positions in the sport or community recreation industry. This course will enable students to work in such locations as fitness centres, sporting grounds or complexes, leisure and aquatics centres, and community recreation centres. This is an ideal pathway for students in STAGE 1 & STAGE 2, and those aspiring to a career in the Sporting Industry.
About Us
Charles Campbell College has a dedicated team of professionals highly committed to the implementation of this unique curriculum. Students’ learning outcomes and ability to succeed are enhanced through the opportunity to work with professionals and specialists with significant industry experience. Students involved within the program are encouraged and supported to balance their academic and co-curricular commitments to not just develop as an athlete, but a rounded individual achieving excellent results overall.
