At Tauranga City AFC (TCAFC), we strive to keep football accessible. While the average cost to the club per player each season is $350 for Junior/Youth and $600 for Community Seniors and $900 for National League, our membership fees are kept lower thanks to the support of our volunteers, sponsors, and grant funding.

Membership fees contribute to our essential operational costs, including clubrooms, field maintenance and some paid staff. It is important to note that 50% of your fees are immediately payable to our governing bodies, WaiBOP Football and New Zealand Football (NZF).

In 2027, our operational costs will increase agai due to a 15% rise in governing body fees and higher facility and ground charges from the Tauranga City Council (260% increase). We continue to work hard to absorb as many of these costs as possible to keep football an affordable seasonal sport.

Membership Fees

• Mini Blues (U4–U7): $125

• Junior & Youth (U8–U19): $180

• Youth Federation: $200

• U23 Youth: $600

• Senior (Full Season): $325

• Senior Casual: $160*

• Sunday League: $125

*After 10 games, casual players will be required to pay an additional $165 (equal to a full season fee).

🏫 Mount Maunganui College: Fees will be set and invoiced directly to players once teams have been formed.

🤝 Fee Assistance & Hardship

We believe no one should be sidelined due to financial barriers.

• Payment Plans: We can arrange flexible schedules to spread the cost.

• Hardship Fund: A limited fund is available for those in need.

• External Funding: Many members use charities like Variety Children’s Charity or Make It Happen. We can provide the necessary quotes and invoices for your applications.

📧 Confidential Enquiries: [email protected]

👕 Playing Kits

Before the season kicks off, please visit our Winter Football page to see the specific gear requirements for your grade.

🚀 Pathways: FCTM vs. TCAFC

FC Tauranga Moana (FCTM) Academy: FCTM holds ID Phases for pre-Academy and Academy teams in late February or early March.

• Important: If you are attending the FCTM ID Phases, please wait until teams are announced before registering for TCAFC.

• TCAFC will not form community teams until the FCTM ID Phase is complete.

⚽ Junior & Youth Development

Looking to take your skills to the next level?

• Skills Hub: Visit our Skills Hub page for extra term-based training.

• Term 4: All post-season development programmes are operated by FC Tauranga Moana.

🌟 Want to Sponsor?

As we face rising council and governing body costs, your support is more vital than ever. Help us keep fees down by supporting the club.

📧 To volunteer or sponsor, email us at: [email protected]

Are you a local business owner looking to support the community?

We are always looking for partners to help keep our programs accessible and high-quality. Various options are available to suit your budget.

We’d love to discuss how we can promote your business to our football family.