The AFLNT junior development program has a number of key focus areas which include participation, talent identification, umpiring, coaching and school programs. Talent identification and development programs are conducted from grass roots through to elite level, culminating with the NAB AFL U16 and U18 Championships.
The AFLNT Game Development team deliver umpiring and coaching courses which include information regarding educational courses and resources, coaching and training, fitness and diet and skills and drills. The AFL has produced a range of quality resources to integrate Australian Football activities into the school curriculum, including activities for early, middle and adolescent years which enhance students learning in Northern Territory schools.

Our Programs:

NAB AFL Auskick - for children aged 5 - 8 
AFL Juniors - for children aged 9 - 15![]()
AFL CA Youth - progression from AFL Juniors to AFL CA
Qantas AFL Kickstart - a healthy lifestyle program for children in remote areas
To find out more about each of our junior development programs click on one of the programs above!
There are currently over 600,000 men, women and children participating in Australian Football all over the country. Play AFL is the ultimate resource for players and their parents providing all the information needed to participate in our great game. Whether aiming to be the next Chris Judd or simply playing for recreation and fun - Play AFL will set you on your way to kicking goals. Click here to be directed to the AFL website for further information.
Want to know how to progress within football in the Northern Territory? Click on the document link below.