APL & Academy Programme Guide

This guide outlines the structure, purpose, commitments, and pricing for RD Academy and the Academy Premier League (APL).
It is designed to provide clarity so families can make informed decisions and to ensure consistency across our programmes.

  • Purpose
    RD Academy is our long-term learning environment, focused on player development, consistency, and growth over time.

    What’s included

    • 1 × Academy training session per week

    • Structured learning environment

    • Ongoing coaching support

    Pricing

    • $259 per term

    • Minimum 3-term commitment

    • Mandatory one-time $79 admin & kit fee

    Commitment expectations

    • Term-based, ongoing participation

    • Designed for families seeking consistency across the year

    • No games or competition included by default

    Important notes

    1. Subscription pricing is linked to long-term commitment

    2. Players joining Academy later in the year may:

      • Join on pay-per-term pricing, or

      • Start a new 3-term subscription from that point.

  • Purpose
    APL is a select, short-term competitive extension, designed to provide structured match exposure during the off-season.

    What’s included

    • Saturday morning APL team training

    • Sunday APL games

    • Squad planning, registration, and match-day coaching

    Pricing

    • $275 per player (Term 1 or Term 4 only)

    • Fixed 7-week competition block

    • Mandatory one-time $79 admin & kit fee
      (only paid once if already enrolled in RD Academy)

    Commitment expectations

    • Full-season commitment required

    • No casual or drop-in participation

    • No session swapping or substitutions

    Important notes

    • APL training sessions cannot be replaced with Academy sessions

    • APL is not discounted or pro-rated for missed sessions

  • Yes. Families may choose the option that best suits them.

    Option 1 – RD Academy only

    • $259 per term

    • Long-term learning pathway

    • No competition

    Option 2 – APL only

    • $275 for the APL season

    • Competition-focused, short-term

    • Does not provide automatic access to Academy subscription pricing later

    Option 3 – RD Academy + APL

    • Academy: $259 per term

    • APL: $275

    • Total: $534 (Charged seperately)

    Please note

    • Academy and APL are separate programmes

    • We do not offer bundled or discounted pricing for doing both

    • Each programme is priced based on its own structure and costs

  • All players enrolling in RD Academy and/or APL are required to pay a one-time $79 admin & kit fee.

    This includes:

    • Programme administration

    • Shirt

    • Shorts

    • Socks

    • Sock sleeves

    • Waterproof string bag

    This ensures consistency, identity, and a professional standard across all programmes.

  • To maintain a high-quality and sustainable environment:

    • Academy sessions and APL sessions are not interchangeable

    • No casual drop-ins

    • No refunds or discounts for missed sessions

    • APL runs as a fixed competition block with fixed costs

    • Academy subscription pricing is reserved for families committing long-term

    These boundaries allow us to plan properly, support coaches, and provide a consistent experience for players.

  • Our goal is to offer clarity, consistency, and choice, without compromising the learning environment or programme sustainability.

    Not every programme will be the right fit for every term, and that’s completely okay.
    Families are welcome to take part in the pathways that best suit them.

    If you have questions after reading this guide, please reach out. We’re always happy to clarify.