Kids Dodgeball Melbourne
Clinics for kids and teens aged 6–17
Generation Dodgeball is launching dedicated kids dodgeball clinics across Melbourne, built by the coach behind Australia's national team. We're choosing our first locations now, and the families who register interest get to shape where and when we start.
Dodgeball clinics for kids and teens
Generation Dodgeball is preparing to launch dedicated kids dodgeball clinics in Melbourne for children and teenagers aged 6 to 17.
We're currently exploring locations across Melbourne and want to hear from parents and families interested in joining us. Register your interest below and let us know your preferred location, age group and availability. Your feedback will decide where and when our first kids dodgeball programs run, and we'll contact registered families as soon as clinic dates and locations are announced.
Our Age Groups
Little Dodgers
Ages 6–11
A fun introduction to dodgeball
Focused on movement, coordination, confidence and learning the fundamentals of the sport, in a way that's fun, safe and age-appropriate.
- Movement and coordination first
- Dodgeball fundamentals through games
- Confidence building
- Safe, supervised sessions
- Social skills development
Mighty Dodgers
Ages 12–17
Advanced development for teens
More advanced dodgeball development incorporating throwing technique, movement, teamwork, game awareness and strategy.
- Throwing technique and accuracy
- Game awareness and strategy
- Teamwork and communication
- Decision-making challenges
- Live gameplay scenarios
What Do Kids Learn?
Our kids dodgeball sessions develop both dodgeball skills and general athletic ability in a fun, supportive environment. Players learn:
- How to play dodgeball safely and confidently
- Throwing technique and accuracy
- Dodging, movement and defensive skills
- Blocking and catching techniques
- Coordination, balance and agility
- Game awareness and decision-making
- Dodgeball strategy and pattern recognition
- Team communication and coordination
Sessions are run by experienced dodgeball coaches and adapted to suit the age and ability of each group. No previous dodgeball experience is required.
Why Play Dodgeball?
Dodgeball is fast, social and easy to start, but there's much more happening than simply throwing a ball.
Movement & Athleticism
Players accelerate, stop, change direction, duck, jump and move laterally while reacting to everything around them, developing agility, coordination, balance and body awareness.
Spatial Awareness
Unlike many traditional sports, several balls can be in play at once. Players learn to scan the court, track teammates and opponents, recognise incoming throws and decide where to move next.
Decision-Making & Game Awareness
Dodgeball is highly tactical. Players learn to recognise patterns, decide when to attack or defend, and adapt quickly as the game changes around them.
Teamwork & Communication
Successful teams work together. Kids learn to communicate, coordinate throws, support teammates and contribute to a shared strategy.
Confidence
Learning to dodge, catch, throw and defend gives players a clear sense of progression, with the excitement of a competitive team sport and no player-to-player contact.
Why Generation Dodgeball?
Generation Dodgeball has been delivering dodgeball programs, leagues, competitions and events in Melbourne for more than a decade. Our kids program is built from years of coaching and competing from grassroots through to international level.
The Generation Dodgeball Kids development syllabus was created by Niko Seneviratne, Australian Men's National Dodgeball Team coach and international Australian representative.
- Australian Men's National Team coach
- International Australian representative with 12+ years of coaching experience
- Silver medal with Australia at the 2022 World Championships as a player
- Athlete development, technical coaching, team strategy and high-performance dodgeball
The goal: take that knowledge and turn it into an age-appropriate program that gives young players better movement, better skills, better game awareness and more confidence.
Most importantly, we want kids to enjoy playing dodgeball.
Help Us Choose Where to Launch
We're planning our first Generation Dodgeball Kids clinics right now, and the answers below decide our locations, days and times. Tell us:
- Your child's age
- Where in Melbourne you're located
- Your preferred days and times
- How far you'd travel for a session
Register below and be the first to hear when Generation Dodgeball Kids launches.
Register Your InterestRegister Your Interest
First locations will be chosen from these responses. Takes about a minute.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do the clinics start?
We're finalising locations and dates now. Registered families will be the first to hear as soon as clinic dates and locations are announced.
Where in Melbourne will clinics run?
That depends on you. We're choosing our first locations based on where interested families are, so tell us your suburb when you register.
Does my child need experience?
No experience is required. Sessions are adapted to suit the age and ability of each group, from complete beginners up.
Is dodgeball safe for children?
Yes. We use soft foam balls and run age-appropriate, coach-supervised games. Dodgeball has the excitement of a competitive team sport without player-to-player contact.
What age groups are available?
Two programs: Little Dodgers for ages 6–11 and Mighty Dodgers for ages 12–17.
How much will it cost?
Pricing will be confirmed with the launch details. Registering your interest doesn't commit you to anything; it just puts you first in line for the announcement.
Can parents stay and watch?
Yes. Parents are welcome to observe from the sidelines.
Who runs the sessions?
Experienced dodgeball coaches, using a development syllabus created by Niko Seneviratne, Australian Men's National Dodgeball Team coach.