Collingwood and the Fitzroy Activity and Sport Tuesday Afternoon (FASTA) program will return to Atherton Reserve on 3 February.
Atherton Reserve, 165 Napier St, Fitzroy VIC 3065
When
Between 4-5pm, every Tuesday during February and March.
Session one – 3 February
Session two - 10 February
Session three - 17 February
Session four - 24 February
Session five - 3 March
Session six - 10 March
Session seven - 17 March
Session eight - 24 March
Final session: 31 March
Supported by the Collingwood Football Club since 2023, the nine-week kids clinic invites primary school students (age 6-12) of all skill levels to build self-confidence and connections through sport - at no cost to the families involved.
In 2025, 66 local children participated in the free program which features skill sessions, giveaways, mentorship from Collingwood staff and Magpies Sport & Business students, and surprise visits from athletes like Bri Davey, Violet Patterson and Beau McCreery.
The after-school clinic specifically supports children in the City of Yarra, with most participants residing in local social housing.
The aim is to help spark long-term motivation for kids to engage with school and to develop positive relationships within the local community.
It’s all about creating a welcoming space where children can meet after school, get active and have fun.
The program is made possible by its foundation partners the Australian Catholic University, the GR8M8S Foundation and the City of Yarra.
