Overview

Our community

GFC is proud to serve Greenhithe and surrounding areas, including Upper Harbour, Hobsonville and Whenuapai, with access to pitches beyond Wainoni Park and Greenhithe War Memorial. We welcome players and families from outside the area who are drawn to our values, culture, and approach to football.

At our core, GFC is about:

• Strong family involvement
• Efficient use of subscriptions
• High-quality, affordable facilities and coaching
• Respect and sportsmanship
• Attractive, skill-based football
• Joy in playing the game

A junior club at heart

GFC was founded as a junior-focused club, and that commitment remains central to who we are. While senior teams have always been part of the club where they align with our values, our priority has consistently been creating the best possible environment for junior and youth players.

As the club has grown, so has our pathway. The development of our own youth teams — and now our mens and womens First Teams — means GFC offers a complete player pathway, from First Kicks through to senior football, including opportunities to compete at higher levels in the NRF competitions.

This growth allows junior and youth players to see what’s possible, while ensuring junior and youth fees continue to directly support our youngest players’ development.

How we play

GFC encourages attractive, skill-based football, with the right balance of teamwork and individual expression. In line with Whole of Football 2.0, we believe players should learn to play before playing to win.

That environment starts at First Kicks and junior grades, where fun, confidence, and ball mastery come first — and continues all the way through to youth and senior football.

Player pathways: community and competitive

GFC aims to support every player, whether they enjoy football at a community level or aspire to compete more competitively.

• Our Skills Centre development opportunities are for all players who show enthusiasm and dedication, regardless of skill and experience.
• Through our Open Training Sessions, we identify players, from grade 8 and upwards, who we believe would benefit from our Development and Academy programme. These players have the opportunity for further training and opportunities
• Our coaches form representative teams for tournaments and other playing experiences

Our focus is on helping players find their level — and enjoy the journey.

A true family club

GFC has long been known as a family club, and we see family involvement as a real strength.

Parent coaches are encouraged, supported, and developed by the club — both on the sideline and at home. This approach allows us to cater for players of all abilities, from social teams through to highly competitive squads.

The annual end-of-season Football Fiesta captures this spirit perfectly — kids of all ages and abilities form mixed teams for a fun, inclusive tournament, complete with skills challenges, prizes, and food. Wainoni Park transforms into a relaxed, picnic-style hub of football and community.

Girls’ football

GFC is deeply committed to the growth of girls’ and women’s football.

We actively support female players through:

• Girls’ teams at junior and youth levels
• Participation in NFF talent programmes
• Club representative teams where appropriate

With the establishment of Women’s First and Second Teams, GFC now offers a complete female pathway, and we are proud to field girls’ or women’s teams at most age groups.

Football for all

GFC believes in “saying yes to football.”

We work hard to include players of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Flexible payment options and partnerships with government agencies help support families who need assistance with fees.

We also partner with local schools and community groups, providing coaches, equipment, and resources to help grow football and support community initiatives.

Fees and value

GFC prides itself on the efficient and transparent use of members’ fees. Our focus is on delivering:

• Quality coaching
• Well-run programmes
• Strong teams
• Affordable fees