About us
Our approach
Aish Football Academy develops young footballers through elite skill coaching, strong values and long-term athlete development.
Passion
Determination
Integrity
Teamwork
Honesty
Who we are
Aish Football Academy was founded by Michael and Jesse Aish to provide high-level football development for young players across Adelaide and Sydney.
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Football has always been deeply embedded within the Aish family. Since retiring from professional football in 1992, Michael Aish, alongside his wife Pam and children Karl, Jesse, Joel and Georgia, has remained heavily involved in the game through coaching, development and football pathways.
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In 2016, Michael recognised a gap in specialised skill development for talented junior footballers and believed strong fundamentals and elite-level skill execution were critical for long-term success. Combined with Jesse’s experience within elite football environments, the academy was created to help develop the next generation of players through structured coaching and high-performance training.
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Today, Aish Football Academy focuses on technical skill, game awareness, strong fundamentals and long-term player growth within a supportive, family-driven environment.
Where we train
Aish Football Academy runs programs across Adelaide and Sydney, using quality football, indoor and strength training environments to support skill development, athletic performance and game education.
Every parent loves to see their child succeed. Our goal is to foster a high standard on and off the field. We have an opportunity to play a game we love, but we all need to give something back.
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Michael Aish
Director and Head Coach
Specialist coaches
Aish Football Academy is supported by experienced coaches and specialist staff across football skill development, strength and conditioning, physiotherapy, AFL testing and athlete performance.
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Our team brings together playing, coaching, education and high performance experience to help players improve in a structured environment.