/ WHO ARE WE?
D1 Football Development is a private football academy built on the philosophy of Brasilian football — creativity, confidence, technique, and love for the game.
We support players aged 5 to seniors through small-group sessions, personalised coaching, and structured technical training designed to develop skillful and expressive footballers.
Founded by Paolo Dominguez, a former professional footballer and licensed coach. D1 brings together professional coaching standards with the flair and passionate spirit that have made Brasil famous around the world.
/ THE D1 DIFFERENCE
Most young players train in overcrowded sessions with little structure, minimal feedback, and no real development plan. At D1 Football Development, we do things differently:
Small group sizes of up to 10 players
Players grouped by ability
Every drill has a purpose:
Led by a licensed, ex-player and professional coach
Our training is for players who love soccer and want to improve. It’s not for beginners, casuals, or unmotivated players.
WORKING WITH PLAYERS FROM
/ OUR PHILOSOPHY
Individual growth creates exceptional players. We believe in small group, high quality training that focuses on each player's unique strengths, mindset, and technique. By combining elite coaching with a supportive environment, we help young athletes build confidence, resilience, and a deep love for the game. Every session is designed to develop not just great footballers, but great people.
/ OUR FRAMEWORK
BALL MASTERY
Develop precise control and confidence on the ball
1V1 DUELS
Build skills and mindset to beat defenders and win the ball
FOOTWORK
Improve agility, balance, and coordination
DRIBBLING
Move with the ball, change direction, stay calm under pressure
PASSING
Master accurate, purposeful passing to build play
POSITIONING
Create space, defend smartly, and make an impact on the pitch
/ TRAINING PROGRAMS
SMALL GROUPS
Train in dynamic groups of 6-10 players, sorted by age and ability. These sessions build confidence, teamwork, and match-play skills through technical drills and small-sided games.
1 ON 1 TRAINING
Our most personalised training option. Perfect for players who want focused attention and rapid improvement. Sessions are tailored to the player’s goals, with detailed feedback and constant coaching.
2 ON 1 TRAINING
Train with a friend, sibling, or teammate for a competitive edge. Players push each other while still receiving individual feedback and personalised skill work.
3 AMIGOS
High-intensity sessions designed for 3 players who want to sharpen their technique in a small, focused environment. Ideal for friends or teammates looking to improve fast, with maximum ball contact and coaching attention.
TEAM TRAINING / COMPETITIONS
Custom sessions for clubs, schools, or academy teams preparing for tournaments or seasonal play. We help teams improve cohesion, tactical understanding, and game-day performance.
FUTSAL PICK UP GAMES
Train Futsal with D1. Covering Ball Mastery, Footwork, and Dribbling. Each session is structured, progressive, and designed to build core skills in a dynamic Futsal environment.
/ SCHEDULE
TERM 2
Monday
(20th April -
22nd June)
U10 - U12 (Mixed abilities)
10 sessions / 4.30 pm - 5.30 pm | Dendy Park
5.40 pm - 6.50 pm
Private Training
TRAINING
SCHEDULE
Tuesday
(21st April -
23rd June)
Wednesdays
(22nd April -
24th June)
Private Training / 1:1 Session
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
U11 - U13 (Intermediate - Advanced abilities)
10 Sessions / 5 pm - 6 pm | Dendy Park
Thursdays
(23rd April -
25th June)
Private Training / 1:1 Session
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Fridays
(24th April -
26th June)
Saturdays
(25th April -
27th June
U8 - U12 (Mixed abilities)
10 sessions / 10:00 am - 11:00 am | East Caulfield Reserve
Private Session / 1:1
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sundays
(26th April -
28th June)
/ MEET YOUR COACH
Paolo Dominguez is the founder and head coach of D1 Football Development. With experience as an ex-pro footballer in Latin America, and 10+ years of experience in youth football and a full-time focus on D1, Paolo brings a professional, no-nonsense approach to coaching.
He’s worked with players who have gone on to join top clubs and academies. Every session is designed and delivered by Paolo himself. No rotating staff or generic drills. Just high-quality, intentional coaching.
