2026 Junior Football at Takapuna FC


At Takapuna Football Club, there is a place for every young player, whether they are chasing performance goals or simply playing for the love of the game.

As we head into 2026, we are proud to continue building a strong, inclusive, and player-focused environment for our Takapuna community, supporting players from their first experience with football through to youth competition. Our programmes are designed to promote enjoyment, development, and long-term participation, with a clear and progressive pathway aligned with Football 2.0 principles.

For children aged 9 to 12, junior match days are held on Saturdays, with home games played at Taharoto Park and away fixtures across the northern region against other local North Shore clubs. Matches are typically scheduled between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., providing a fun and engaging match-day experience for players and families.

Alongside weekly matches, our Junior Development Training programme offers structured, age-appropriate training for players of all abilities, from those new to football through to those looking to further their development. Delivered in a supportive, group-based environment, sessions focus on technical skills and game-based learning, while also emphasising holistic development. We place strong value on building confidence, teamwork, respect, and resilience, in line with Takapuna FC’s core values. This programme complements regular team football and supports each player’s progression through the Takapuna pathway.

We foster a positive, fun learning environment where players can grow, build confidence, and develop their skills — all while being part of the Takapuna FC family.

Grade 9 – Football 2.0 Transition

  •       Game Format: 5 vs 5
  •       Squad Size: 7 players
  •       Competition Format: Hybrid between in-house and Inter-club competitions.
  •       Training Day: Tuesdays at 4:00pm (separate paid sign-up programme)

Takapuna FC is working closely with other clubs to deliver appropriate inter-club competitions for Grade 9 players. Further details will be shared closer to the season.

Junior Development Training (Grades 10, 11 & 12)

Junior Development Training is overseen by:

  • Michael Howard – Junior Director of Football
  • Daniel Semp – Director of Football

Together, they ensure:

  • A clear development pathway
  • Consistent coaching standards
  • Strong alignment between junior and youth programmes

Inclusive and Accessible for All

Junior Development Training is:

  • Open to all players, regardless of team level
  • Available to players from outside the club who want to experience the Takapuna FC environment

We believe developing as many players as possible strengthens both our teams and our club culture.

High-Quality Training Environment

In 2026, players can expect:

  • High-quality coaching
  • Excellent facilities
  • Best-practice training environments

  Sessions focused on:

  • Technical development
  • Game understanding
  • Confidence and enjoyment