Future Firsts

Future Firsts Academy

U15–U17 Junior Development Program

Chelsea FC Australia’s Future Firsts Academy is designed for Under-15, Under-16 and Under-17 boys and girls who want more from their football. It’s for players who are committed, enjoy working hard, and want to keep pushing themselves in a stronger training and playing environment while staying connected to a community club.

The program runs across a full 38-week season and gives players the chance to train and compete in an environment that better prepares them for senior football. Players train three nights per week, work with experienced coaches, compete in A or B level competitions, and take part in athletic development and preseason tournaments throughout the year.

Future Firsts was created to help bridge the gap between junior and senior football. The focus is on improving good habits, confidence, consistency, and understanding of the game, while giving players exposure to a more demanding football environment. The aim is simple — to help young players develop within the club and create a stronger pathway into Chelsea FC senior men’s and women’s football.

At Chelsea FC Australia, we want our juniors to feel connected to the wider club, not separated from it. Future Firsts is another step in building that pathway and giving players the opportunity to keep developing in a familiar and supportive environment.