Term 1 (2025) Registrations are now OPEN.

Please see the information below for dates, times and how to register.

We're excited to offer Ruahine AFC Fusion, a program designed to provide the opportunity for players to participate in Junior & Youth Football Games and Development all year round... one term at a time.

Ruahine AFC Fusion is a 'fusion' of Futsal and Football. It is a form of 'training' predominantly supported by competetive small games; with the ultimate objective of seeing young players increase their love of football. Run and facilitated professionally by Ben Mathews, (with the support of other coaches), young players are encouraged to experiment with their skill to solve different problems within games, and making mistakes won't be frowned upon. 

Spaces are limited for the programme, so we are calling for serious expressions of interest to help us put grops together. You have a choice of participating in both 'football' and/or 'futsal'... please indicate below which programs you wish to participate in. Invoices will follow once groups and participants are confirmed.


Please note that these programmes are faciliated by Ruahine AFC only, and are completely separate from the normal outdoor winter footballl program afilliated to Central Football. Here's what you need to know:

INDOOR FUTSAL
*To register please use the form at the bottom of the page.

  • This is an 8 week program - which allows for any cancelations due to unforseen circumstances arising for the coaches
  • Futsal is a fast & furious version of the game, played inside on wooden floors (basketball sized court) with a heavier & slightly smaller ball.
  • Players love improving their own individual skills & improved decision making, as well as learning what it means to work together as a team to create many goal scoring opportunites which is what all players enjoy the most.
  • Spaces are limited so please only register your interest if you're serious about commiting for the term.
  • Dedicated futsal shoes will give more grip and control however any indoor shoes can be worn. Shin pads are recommended.
  • Fees for each term are $120 ($15.00 per session). If registering for both Futsal and Football the fees will be reduced to $108 per programme (i.e. $13.50 per session equating to $192 for the term).
  • If you would like to try a session before committing please make contact via email.


U11 (players turning 10 and 11 in 2025) 
**Registrations for this GROUP are initially offered to continuing players - please email for other options or to join the waiting list for a new group.
Tuesdays during TERM 1
Time: 4:00-5:05pm
Venue: Ross Intermediate School Gym (Freyberg St)
Dates: Starting 4th February 2025 (8 Weeks)


U13 (players turning 12 and 13 in 2025)
Tuesdays during TERM 1
Time: 5:10-6:20pm
Venue: Ross Intermediate School Gym (Freyberg St)
Dates: Starting 4th February 2025 (8 Weeks)


U15 (players turning 13-15 in 2025)
Wednesdays during TERM 1
Time: 4:00-5:10pm
Venue: Seventh Day Adventist Church (257 Ferguson St)
Dates: Starting 5th February 2025 (8 Weeks)

U10/11 (players turning 9, 10 & 11 in 2025)
Wednesdays during TERM 1
Time: 5:10-6:20pm
Venue: Seventh Day Adventist Church (257 Ferguson St)
Dates: Starting 5th February 2025 (8 Weeks)

FOOTBALL
*To register, please use the form at the bottom of the page.

  • This is an 8 week program - which allows for any cancelations due to weather or unforseen circumstances arising for the coaches
  • Play is fast & competetive, with lots of short passing, mixed with plenty of opportunities to improve both 1v1 and group attacking skills in larger spaces. 
  • Spaces are limited so please only register your interest if you're serious about commiting for the term.
  • Training will take place on the grass at Wallance Park. Shin pads are recommended.
  • Fees for each term are $120 ($15.00 per session). If registering for both Futsal and Football the fees will be reduced to $108 per programme (i.e. $13.50 per session equating to $192 for the term).
  • If you would like to try a session before committing please make contact via email.


U10 - U13 (players turning 10-13 in 2025)

Thursday's during TERM 1
Time: 4:00-5:15pm
Venue: Wallace Park.
Dates: Starting 6th February 2025 (8 Weeks)

Note: Please talk to us (email accounts@ruahineafc.co.nz or fusion@ruahineafc.co.nz) if money is a barrier.