Multi-Sport Development Programs

Playmaker Nation Programs

Train Smarter. Play Harder. Lead Stronger.

Whether you're just starting out or chasing elite pathways, Playmaker Nation has a program designed to help you build skills, confidence, game sense and leadership — whatever your sport.

6Programs
100+Missions
8–18Age Range
AFL & AFLWFocused

Development Programs

Three age-based programs designed to take you from your first kick to elite-level performance.

Program 1Ages 8–10

Playmaker Starter

Build the foundations of great sport.

Features

  • Fundamental sport skills
  • Fun challenges
  • Weekly missions
  • Character-based learning
  • Confidence building

Focus Areas

KickingPassingCatchingMovementTeamwork
Start Your Journey
01
Starter
Program 2Ages 11–14

Playmaker Development

Develop your skills, game sense and consistency.

Features

  • Structured training plans
  • Weekly challenges
  • Position-specific drills
  • Game sense lessons
  • Progress tracking

Focus Areas

Skills under pressureDecision makingAgilityMatch preparationSport IQ
Level Up Your Game
02
Development
Program 3Ages 15–18

Playmaker Performance

Train like a serious athlete.

Features

  • Advanced training programs
  • Position-specific development
  • Match analysis
  • Performance tracking
  • Leadership development

Focus Areas

Elite skill executionGame awarenessLeadershipStrength & conditioningPerformance mindset
Train Like An Elite Player
03
Performance

Position Masterclasses

Program 4

Specialised training for every position. Master your role and dominate your zone.

Attacking Masterclass

  • Creating space
  • Finishing
  • Ball control

Playmaking Masterclass

  • Vision
  • Decision making
  • Passing range

Defensive Masterclass

  • Positioning
  • Intercepts
  • Shutdown skills

Athletic Masterclass

  • Speed & power
  • Body positioning
  • Contest work
Explore Masterclasses
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Program 5

Leadership Academy

Become the teammate everyone wants beside them. Led by Ace, captain of the Playmaker Crew.

LeadershipCommunicationConfidenceResilienceTeam Culture
Become A Leader

More Than Football

The Leadership Academy develops the skills that make great footballers — and great people. Communication, confidence, resilience and the ability to lift those around you.

Lead By Example

Set the standard in training and on game day.

Build Team Culture

Create an environment where everyone thrives.

Develop Resilience

Bounce back stronger from setbacks and adversity.

Program 6 — Free Starter Program

The 7-Day Playmaker Challenge

Start your Playmaker Nation journey for free. Seven days of skill challenges, character missions and rewards — and discover which Playmaker Crew character you are.

Daily Skill Challenges

Character Missions

Rewards & Badges

Progress Tracking

Intro To Playmaker Nation

Discover Your Playmaker Character

Blaze
Effort & Determination
Dash
Speed & Agility
Ace
Leadership & Confidence
Scout
Game Sense & Decision Making
Unity
Teamwork & Respect

The Playmaker Pathway

A clear progression from your first kick to elite-level performance and leadership.

Starter
Ages 8–10
Foundations & fun
Development
Ages 11–14
Skills & game sense
Performance
Ages 15–18
Elite training
Leadership Academy
Ages All ages
Lead the team

Join The Nation

Multi-Sport Development
Skills & Game Sense
Challenges & Rewards
Leadership & Confidence