ABOUT:
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Here at Rānui Swanson FC we align with NZ Football's award-winning
'Whole of Football' programme. This is a grassroots programme designed
to develop young players and help them to  learn the skills they need to
enjoy the game. More information can be found on the 
New Zealand Football website.

GRADES & TEAMS:

The "Whole of the Football" programme comprises of grades 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8.  After 8th grade, players move on to Junior Football.

• First Kicks - Grades 4, 5 and 6

• Fun Football - Grades 7 and 8

At RSFC we place players in the grade relevant to the age they are in the first half of the year, so if they turn 8 in Februray they will be in 8th Grade, but if they don't turn 8 till October, then they will be 7th Grade.  
Our teams are made up depending on how the players want -
Girls, Boys & Mixed Team options. 

TEAMS & COACHES:

Teams are made up of about 5 players for first kicks and 6-9 players for 7th/8thh grade. Teams are usually made up of players based on their age, teams are pretty flexible to start to ensure that everyone is happy and keen to play ball every week!​

Can you help coach? Here at RSFC we value our coaches & the time
they put into our teams. You don't need to have any experience to
begin as we offer FREE coaching courses, help with training plans,
resources AND no fees for your player if you coach! If you want more information email secretary@ranuiswansonfc.co.nz now.

SEASON DATES:

The 2025 season begins in March & finishes in August. Date for the first games of the season are still to be confirmed but will be early April. Generally, there is no football during the middle weekends of the school holidays, however we do play on the first and final weekends. Playing on Public Holidays (ANZAC Day, Matariki, Kings Birthday) will be at the discretion of the club, we usually take this opportunity to continue
games for players who have not gone away. Fun games followed by
​​​​​​​fun activities like discos to keep the kids entertained.

Trainings: Tuesdays 5pm - 6pm [7 & 8th Grade].   We are working on a trainging time for our 4-6yr olds.
Game Day & Time: Friday Nights 5:30pm - 6:30pm for First kicks, Saturday 8am for 7th & 8th Grade [7th grade play at Oratia United and 8th Grade plays at West Auckland Football Club

FEES & UNIFORM:

The cost to register for both First Kicks and Fun Football is $70.00.
This is for the full season.

Players are also required to purchase a playing shirt, we do have some 2nd hand shirts available to purchase, please contact the club secretary if you are interested, or you can purchase a new shirt from our clubs online shop.

Club Uniform: Each player also needs to have black shorts and socks,
as well as boots (NO metal sprigs as they play on turf) and shinpads. 

You can buy items online from the RSFC Online Store, all purchases
made through our official supplier ADIDAS mean funds come back to
the club to be able to purchase items like balls, cones, goals etc.

FURTHER INFORMATION:

Download our full information pack containing everything you need to
know as a parent or caregiver.