The Melbourne Football Club held it's AFL Community Camp in Canberra from Monday 4th February until Friday 8th February, 2008. There were several activities at Ainslie Oval.
Melbourne Demons at Ainslie senior training
Nine Melbourne Demons players and Assistant Coach, Paul Williams attended Ainslie's senior training on Monday, 4th February. Many junior players came along to chat to the players and watch our seniors in action. It was fantastic to watch - fast speed, great skills and much enthusiasm.
School Visits
Ainslie's Development Manager, Linda Muir, arranged school visits for Melbourne Demons players. Brindabella Christian College, St Thomas More's, St Joseph's, Lyneham High School, Dickson College, Emmaus College and Turner Primary School all were included in these special visits. The players conveyed positive messages to the students about healthy diet and lifestyle, goal setting etc.
Youth Forum @ Ainslie
Many young men & women from a range of sporting backgrounds met & interacted with some Melbourne players, including Demons Captain David Neitz! ACT's U15 and U16 AFL representative players were privileged to be coached and addressed by some AFL Stars! These stars spoke of many things including the importance of a good diet, appropriate training and a good lifestyle.
Ainslie Oval - Tuesday 5 February; 6:00-7:00pm
Coaches Practical Forum @ Ainslie
Demons Coach Dean Bailey addressed a large group of dedicated local coaches. Topics included: Coaching Philosophies, Planning Tactical
preparation, Planning your year, Recruiting talent & Communication with Players.
Trainers Forum @ Ainslie
Melbourne Football Club Conditioning & Medical Staff conducted a forum on a wide range of topics pertaining to conditioning and medical techniques and studies.
In addition to the Forums and many school visits, the Melbourne Demons conducted their skill training sessions on beautiful Ainslie Oval. It was great to watch them in action - so skilful, fit and fast! Ainslie junior, Nelson Foley, had a great opportunity by meeting his hero David Neitz and the rest of the players...he then got to run the water for the team during their practice match! You could not wipe the smile of his face.
All in all, the Community Camp was a huge success and the Ainslie Football Club extends it's thanks to the Melbourne Football Club for it's professionalism and friendliness - it was a pleasure to work with all of their staff.
Last Modified on 23/12/2008 17:19