No. AFL regulations only permit Academy participation for athletes residing within the SUNS Academy catchment zone.

Yes. Athletes may attend trials, however cannot be selected until officially residing within the SUNS Academy boundary.

No. We welcome talented athletes from all sporting backgrounds.

Program fees vary depending on age group and program level.

Complete an expression of interest form and our Talent ID team will review your circumstances.

*Completing an expression of interest does not guarantee selection, an invitation to trial, or appointment to a coaching position.

Complete the Coaching Expression of Interest form.*

*Completing an expression of interest does not guarantee selection, an invitation to trial, or appointment to a coaching position.

Complete the Player Expression of Interest form.

*Completing an expression of interest does not guarantee selection, an invitation to trial, or appointment to a coaching position.

At the Academy we work hard to ensure that young players manage their health and are not physically overloaded.

Too many training sessions at a young age can lead to injury, and physical and mental burnout.

Each year we ask players and parents to assess their physical load and consult with us if they have concerns.

We do not believe young players should be training every day. Our coaches can help you discuss these issues with club and school coaches to ensure your training load is well planned and managed.

For example, some of our players don't do a full club or school training session, but instead help out coaches with drills and skills.

We strongly advise that players manage their physical training load so that they're in peak condition for playing Academy, club and school competitive games.

Please speak to your local coach if you have any questions about this issue.

We fully understand that our players are involved in numerous activities and that there will be clashes.

If you are going to miss a training session, please alert the Academy to assist us with planning and management. This can be done via email to coaches and coordinators.

Unfortunately, football grounds in Gold Coast, Northern Rivers and regional QLD can be closed by local councils if it has been raining, or if rain is forecast. These closures are completely out of our control.

You will be contacted via Email to notify you of any changes to specific training sessions. We will aim to give you the earliest possible advice on the day. 

You can also check for urgent updates on Academy social media channels.