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gku academy

Sydney's premier football academy for players & goalkeepers.

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Upcoming events

Holiday Camp - Week 1

Details COMING SOON - JULY HOLIDAYS

Holiday Camp - Week 2

Details COMING SOON - JULY HOLIDAYS

Competitions

Heffron Centre Futsal Competition 2026
Sunday 13th September – Sunday 6th December at Heffron Centre 431R - Bunnerong Rd, Maroubra NSW 2035
If interested in this competition, please complete the EOI form below:

Expression of Interest

PCYC Futsal Competition 2026
September - December at PCYC Marrickville - 531 Illawarra Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204
If interested in this competition, please complete the EOI form below:

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Diamond Cup 11v11 Off Season Liga 2026
17th October - 5th December 2026 at Sky Park - 158B Talavera Rd, Macquarie Park NSW 2113
If interested in this competition, please complete the EOI form below:

Expression of Interest

Sydney International Cup 2026
Sydney International Cup 2026 will be held at the Sydney Academy of Sport & Recreation, Narrabeen, NSW
from 28–30 September 2026 (SIC 11) and 2–5 October 2026 (SIC 7),
bringing together teams from across Australia and overseas in one of the country's premier youth football tournaments.

Expression of Interest

Sydney Premier League Competition 2026
U7's, U8's, U9's (7 a side) - From 9th October - 13th December at Apia Leichhardt FC - Lambert Park
U10's, U11's, U12's (9 a side) - From 9th October to 13th December at Blacktown City SC - Blacktown Football Park, Gate B, Eastern Road
U13's (11 a side) - From 9th October to 13th December at Blacktown City SC - Blacktown Football Park, Gate B, Eastern Road
(VENUE TO BE CONFIRMED)
If interested in this competition, please complete the EOI form below:

Expression of Interest

why choose gku

We are more than just a football academy. We are a facilitator of education for all students of the game.

Holistic approach

We focus on all developmental areas including physical, psychological and cognitive domains.

Student centered learning

Specific methods and practices that cater for the individual.

Fun and safe environment

We train in safe and secure environments which promote happiness and well-being.

Player Experiences

Skill development and academy training programs that cater to all ages, abilities and positions.

Player Academy

Skill development and academy training programs that cater to all ages, abilities and positions.

Individual or small group training that promote specific focus on the emerging talents of the individual.

Private Training

Individual or small group training that promote specific focus on the emerging talents of the individual.

Our specialised goalkeeper training environment that focuses on the Goalkeepers of the GK Union.

Goalkeeper Academy

Our specialised goalkeeper training environment that focuses on the Goalkeepers of the GK Union.

A stimulating and fun way to keep the kids active and busy during the school holidays and develop their skills.

Holiday Camps

A stimulating and fun way to keep the kids active and busy during the school holidays and develop their skills.

Futsal is a dynamic, fast-paced sport played indoors on a smaller, hard court. Learn new and improve skills that can be translated directly to outdoor football.

Futsal Academy

Futsal is a dynamic, fast-paced sport played indoors on a smaller, hard court. Learn new and improve skills that can be translated directly to outdoor football.

A program which allows easy-access for kids to develop their skills in a before or after school setting.

School Program

A program which allows easy-access for kids to develop their skills in a before or after school setting.

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Our core focus is our A.C.T approach

We developed our coaching philosophy based on a style that has been tested and implemented by our coaches for years. In this way, the session can be seamlessly transferred from any GKU coach hosting it.

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what our clients say about us

"Chris isn't just trying to make another dollar. He cares, has a great passion for the game and knows that kids are the future of football, which is why they are at the forefront of what he does."

Maty Ryan

Socceroo's Goalkeeper

"Highly recommend The GK Union for the extremely professional yet personally-tailored approach to players of all ages."

Susan Marr

Parent

"Chris is a great coach who puts his players first in every situation, he is very passionate and creates an enjoyable environment that is easy to learn in."

Tyler Mccann

Student

"No doubt the greatest! We are really happy with the kids improvement, and most importantly they are enjoying playing soccer more because they have gained more skills. Thank you."

Lila Ma

Parent

"I can't thank Chris enough for everything he does for Jordy. He jumped in the car after training and was buzzing and saying Chris is the best keeper coach in the world."

Emaid Dib

Parent

"My 6 year olds have been training at GKU for 12 months. It’s been amazing to see their confidence, ball skills and understanding of the game develop. Chris runs an excellent skills program challenging the kids, providing variety in training and keeping it fun."

Daniela Pintabona

Parent

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