What is Freestyle Football?

Freestyle Football is the sport (and art form) of performing creative tricks and routines with a soccer ball. Inspired by icons such as Diego Maradona and Ronaldinho, the discipline has grown into a global movement with professional athletes, international events, and World Championships held annually featuring the best freestylers from around the world.

What do I bring to Session 1?

Participants in Session 1 will need: a soccer ball (preferably size 5); indoor sports shoes that you feel comfortable juggling a ball in (please do not bring studded boots); a drink bottle to stay hydrated; and lunch & snacks.

Does learning freestyle help with playing the classic 11-a-side game?

We think learning freestyle absolutely does help with the 11-a-side game. While freestyle is its own discipline, players' ball control develops quickly as they learn freestyle.

How much will the first session cost?

The first AFFA session is priced at $135 AUD. This covers the cost of the full academy day.

What are the refund processes?

3+ days before the session: a full refund is available, less any non-refundable third-party booking/payment processing fees. You may also defer your booking to the next session, subject to availability, by emailing us. Less than 48 hours before the session: AFFA does not offer refunds, except where required under Australian Consumer Law or at AFFA's discretion in exceptional circumstances (e.g. if a participant is sick).

Sat 11 July · Sydney

EST. 2026
AUS · SYD

AustralianFreestyleFootballAcademy.

Australia's first dedicated freestyle football academy. Boutique coaching for all skill levels. One full-day workshop: Sydney, July 11.

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▢ About

EST. SYD · 2026

Australia'sFirst FreestyleAcademy.

Based in Sydney for its first edition, AFFA is Australia's first dedicated freestyle football academy - specialised coaching in a boutique, high-quality environment.

Designed to be both elite and accessible, AFFA welcomes all skill levels looking to learn, improve, and express themselves through freestyle football. With a focus on creativity, technique, and community all centred around a ball, AFFA is building the next generation of freestyle footballers in Australia.

▢ THE PILLARS

01Creativity
02Technique
03Community
04The Ball

▢ The Founders

Founded ByAustralia's TopFreestylers.

Two founders. Decades in the game. Together, Jay and Yuki built AFFA to give the Aussie freestyle scene a home.

FOUNDER 01

World Champ

Co-founder · London / Worldwide

Jay Hennicke

Jay is arguably Australia's most accomplished freestyle football athlete of all time. Holding multiple major competition titles, including x1 Freestyle Football World Champion title and x4 Australian Champion titles (among several other titles), Jay has spent years competing at the highest level internationally, earning a place among the world's top-ranked freestylers.

Today, while still competing at the highest level in Europe, he is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Australian freestyle footballers and creating opportunities for young players to build confidence, creativity, and community through the culture.

FOUNDER 02

Top 16 Asia

Co-founder · Sydney

Yuki Tokimoto

Yuki Tokimoto brings over 8 years of freestyle football experience and is widely regarded as one of Australia's leading freestylers. Having competed internationally, including achieving a Top 16 finish at the Asian Championships, Yuki has built a reputation for his unique style, consistency, and deep understanding of the sport. Throughout his career, he has also performed for major global brands and events, including Adidas, TEDx, and FIFA during the World Cup.

Beyond competition and performance, Yuki is passionate about coaching and helping students develop both technical ability and creativity through freestyle football. Known for his calm, encouraging approach and strong attention to detail, Yuki plays an integral role in shaping AFFA's vision, culture, and coaching philosophy.

▢ What You Get

A Day WithThe Ball.

An in-person freestyle workshop. Beginner-friendly. Inspiring for advanced players. Built around four things -

01Coached

Skill.

Specialised technique - tricks, stalls, transitions, control. From the basics up to advanced ball mastery.

02Open Floor

Creativity.

Find your style. Freestyle is expression - combos, rhythm, flow.

03Small Groups

Confidence.

Boutique groups, real coaches, real attention. You leave with new tricks and a sharper game.

04The Scene

Community.

The Aussie freestyle scene meets here.

ALL LEVELS · BEGINNER FRIENDLY · BRING A BALL

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▢ The Coaches

Meetthe coaches.

Three coaches. Decades of combined experience. National titles and world-stage credits - teaching in person.

COACH 01

8 YRS

Co-founder and Coach · Sydney

Yuki Tokimoto

Co-founder of AFFA. A decade in the game and one of Australia's top freestylers. Top 16 at the Asian Championships, with performances for Adidas, TEDx, and FIFA at the World Cup.

COACH 02

2× Champ

Coach · Sydney

Kane Edwards

First-ever Australian Freestyle Champion (2009), and again in 2012. 20+ years in the game, and one of the most experienced 1-on-1 freestyle coaches in the country.

COACH 03

World Stage

Coach · Wollongong

Tom Kentta

2018 Australian Champion. Top 24 at the Red Bull Street Style World Championship in Warsaw. 12 years in the game, coaching since 2017, and brand work with Adidas, Nike, FIFA, Qatar Airways and Optus.

▢ The Day

TheSchedule.

One full day. Coaching, breaks, and a mock battle to close it out. Exact timing flexes on the day.

01Morning
Arrival & Introduction
Students roll in, meet the coaches, and get briefed on the day ahead.
02Late Morning
Fundamentals
Rotating coaching blocks across the core fundamentals — each coach on what they do best.
03Midday
Lunch Break
Refuel, rest, and reset for the afternoon.
04Afternoon
Afternoon Session
More coaching, a coaches' showcase, and free practice to put it all together.
05Late Afternoon
Mock Competition
Close the day with a friendly mock battle — bring everything you learned.

Bring a ball. Bring water. Comfortable clothes.

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▢ First Edition · Sydney

Lock InYour Spot.

One session · Spots are limited

▢ Session 01

Sat 11 Jul

▢ Time

10:00 - 3:30

▢ Location ↗

City of Sydney
Creative Studios

$135AUD

Full day workshop

+Full day coached by Yuki, Kane & Tom
+All levels · beginner-friendly
+All ages · everyone welcome
+Limited to 30 spots

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▢ Q&A

FrequentlyAskedQuestions.

The stuff people ask before locking in their spot. Anything else — get in touch.

▢ 01
What is Freestyle Football?
Freestyle Football is the sport (and art form) of performing creative tricks and routines with a soccer ball. Inspired by icons such as Diego Maradona and Ronaldinho, the discipline has grown into a global movement with professional athletes, international events, and World Championships held annually featuring the best freestylers from around the world. Today, Freestyle Football continues to push the limits of skill, innovation, and performance, all with just a ball.
▢ 02
What do I bring to Session 1?
Participants in Session 1 will need:
- +A soccer ball (preferably size 5)
- +Indoor sports shoes that you feel comfortable juggling a ball in (please do not bring studded boots)
- +A drink bottle to stay hydrated
- +Lunch & snacks
▢ 03
Does learning freestyle help with playing the classic 11-a-side game?
We think learning freestyle absolutely does help with the 11-a-side game. While freestyle is its own discipline, players' ball control develops quickly as they learn freestyle.
▢ 04
How much will the first session cost?
The first AFFA session is priced at $135 AUD. This covers the cost of the full academy day.
▢ 05
What are the refund processes?
▢ #1 · 3+ Days Before The Session
A full refund will be available, less any non-refundable third-party booking/payment processing fees (if applicable).
If you wish to keep your booking for our next session (date TBD), you can let us know via email at info@affafreestyle.com.au, and we can organise for you to defer your booking. This is subject to availability.
▢ #2 · Less Than 48 Hours Before The Session
AFFA does not offer refunds for cancellations made within 48 hours of the session start time, except where:
+It is required under Australian Consumer Law
+At AFFA's discretion in exceptional circumstances (i.e. if a participant is sick)