What is First Kicks?
First Kicks is our popular introduction to football, run at Wainoni Park for boys and girls aged 4–7 (for the 2026 season, those born between January 2019 and December 2021). The programme focuses on learning basic football skills in a fun, positive, and supportive environment.
What is the cost?
Our 2026 registration fee is $125 for the full season; a discount of $30 from last season. We also offer a discount for two or more players in the same family.
When does it start?
The season starts on May 2. Prior to that we will hold a 'Have A Go Muster', which is an opportunity for players to come together in their teams and collect uniforms. Details will be sent to all registered players and published on the website.
What is the time commitment?
For our U5s it is just one hour on a Saturday morning, training followed by games.
For U6s and U7s there is one hour of training on Wednesdays and an hour of games on Saturdays from 8am. The season runs from April to September, with breaks during school holidays.
What format do the games take?
All games are 10-minutes. They are played 3v3 using size 3 balls, small pitches and mini goals. There are no goalkeepers, no corners, and the retreating line is at halfway. This is in line with NZF Whole of Football 2.0.
Do children need experience to take part?
Absolutely not! First Kicks is all about learning, building confidence, and having fun. The emphasis is on participation rather than winning.
Do we need any special kit?
As part of registration, your child will receive a Greenhithe FC shirt and shorts for the season.
You will need to supply:
- Green socks (available at the pre-season Muster event and here)
- Shin pads
- Football boots
All players must bring a drink bottle to both training and game days.
Who will be training my child?
Our First Kicks programme is run by passionate volunteers. Coaches and team managers play a huge role in creating a fun, positive environment; and we’d encourage you to consider putting your hand up.
- Coaching: You don’t need previous experience — we provide training plans, drills, and full support to help you run sessions confidently.
- Team managing: Liaise with families, monitor attendance for game day, coordinate on Player of the Day awards and half time oranges as well as the end of season events
Beyond that, we are a community club, and parents are expected to be active participants. Setting up of pitches will be on a team by team rotation, and parents will be involved in clearing away team eqipment at the end of training and games. We also encourage families to get involved in our fundraising activities and events.
Can my daughter play in a girls-only team?
At First Kicks age groups, teams are mixed. From Grade 8 and above, girls-only teams are available.
If you’re interested in a girls-only programme at a younger age, we also run Fantails in Terms 1 and 4 — see here for more details.
What if I have questions as the season goes on?
In the U5-U7 grades, you will have a team manager and coach, who will be your main point of contact.
The First Kicks coordinator is Sjaan Evans. For all club contacts, see here.
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