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Receive academic support through subject-specific volunteer tutors, computer and internet access, all in a quiet, contemporary study space. Receive academic support through subject-specific volunteer tutors, computer and internet access, all in a quiet, contemporary study space. DSC05098.jpg DSC05105.jpg DSC05090.jpg DSC05098.jpg 1/4 Study Squad is a safe space for young people aged 10-25 years to learn, grow and belong while receiving academic support. The program offers subject-specific volunteer tutors, computers, and internet access, as well as a study space, at no cost to participants. Study Squad runs across two locations: NORTH MELBOURNE When: Every Monday during the school term Time: 3.30pm – 6.30pm Where: The Huddle North Melbourne, 204-206 Arden St, North Melbourne 3051 TARNEIT When: Every Thursday during the school term Time: 4.00pm – 6.00pm Where: Penrose Community Centre, 83 Penrose Promenade, Tarneit 3029 REGISTER I can’t believe it; the renovation (at Arden St) is so cool. I want to be a part of The Huddle forever. I have been coming here for so long, I love this new space. It looks so cool... This is such a nice place to do homework. Year 10 participant Previous Next

Comprehensive learning program featuring a board game and curriculum that motivates students to learn fundamental maths skills through the game of basketball. Comprehensive learning program featuring a board game and curriculum that motivates students to learn fundamental maths skills through the game of basketball. Thomas with MH game.jpg 2019 Nationals_1.jpg Philosophy_New.jpg Thomas with MH game.jpg 1/5 NBA Math Hoops is an online and in-person board game and curriculum, aligned to the Victorian and Australian Curriculum, that engages students across Levels 4-7 in fundamental mathematics through the game of basketball. To view a video on NBA Math Hoops, click here . FIND OUT MORE I would definitely recommend NBA Math Hoops both in the school setting but also at home. I had the chance to play it with younger students who were just as keen as the Year 5 students and willing to have a go at multiplication with hands-on materials to help. Great game and great lessons. Mel - Classroom Teacher, Torquay College Previous Next

School holiday program that promotes a happy and healthy lifestyle and provides young people with a range of experiences each term. School holiday program that promotes a happy and healthy lifestyle and provides young people with a range of experiences each term. DSC04711.jpg DSC04851.JPG DSC04700.jpg DSC04711.jpg 1/5 Each term we offer Junior and Senior Huddle Holidays programs: Junior (8 - 12 years) This school holiday program promotes happy and healthy lifestyles to local children, of all cultural backgrounds. It includes a range of excursions and activities that rotate each school holidays, such as trips to the beach, sport clinics, and art activities. To be eligible, your child must live, go to school, pray or play in the City of Melbourne, Moonee Valley or the City of Wyndham. We are unable to accept children aged 7 and under. Senior (13 - 18 years) This school holiday program provides local young people from the City of Melbourne, Moonee Valley and City of Wyndham with opportunities to develop skills in leadership, education, careers and caring for their community. The program includes a range of activities that change each term, such as sports tournaments, career-ready courses like first aid and barista training, and arts activities. More Information Registrations for Huddle Holidays Summer 2026 will open soon. If you would like further information or to join our email list to be notified when we launch, please email huddle@nmfc.com.au . FIND OUT MORE My kids love this trip to the beach. We only go to local beaches... This is my children’s favourite Huddle Holiday activity. Parent, Surf Trip Previous Next

All your questions answered about the Game Day excursion. Game Day is an immersive AFL-themed excursion, aligned to the Victorian Curriculum, that engages Levels 5 and 6 in STEM through cutting-edge technology. ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us. In partnership with

Fun and innovative sports-themed Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics lessons, aligned with the Victorian & Australian Curriculum, and NSW Syllabus. Fun and innovative sports-themed Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics lessons, aligned with the Victorian & Australian Curriculum, and NSW Syllabus. Screen Shot 2023-03-29 at 11.34.25 am.png Screen Shot 2023-03-03 at 9.34.42 am.png Screen Shot 2023-03-03 at 9.35.38 am.png Screen Shot 2023-03-29 at 11.34.25 am.png 1/5 GOAL! is a series of sport-themed STEM lessons designed by teachers for teachers. There are three GOAL! series including six football (soccer) and six basketball inspired STEM lessons for students working at Levels 3-6. The six Motorport themed lessons are for students working at Levels 5-8. Each lesson is aligned to the Victorian and Australian Curriculum (the Motorsport version is also linked to the NSW Syllabus) and includes easily downloadable student and teacher resources, with each using a different football, basketball or Motorsport element. Each lesson also includes a video to engage and excite students using athletes and from Melbourne City FC, the National Basketball League and Motorsport Australia. FIND OUT MORE It was high student engagement - peers communicating, using mathematical language, comparing, reasoning, measuring, justifying, analysing… Jane - Learning Specialist, Eagle Point Primary School Previous Next

Empower students to discover who they are, by developing an understanding of how their values and attributes shape their identity.  Empower students to discover who they are, by developing an understanding of how their values and attributes shape their identity. DSC01332.jpg Screenshot 2024-01-25 at 10.56.53 am.png DSC01341.jpg DSC01332.jpg 1/8 True North workshops empower young people to discover who they are. Participants reflect upon and share their story, developing an understanding of how their values and attributes shape their identity and future pathways. Teachers at schools in the North Melbourne and Wyndham areas in Levels 5-12* can engage The Huddle to facilitate workshops for their students across four consecutive weeks. Note: due to zoning agreements, your school MUST be in the City of Melbourne, Moonee Valley or Wyndham to be eligible to participate. Not in those zones? Get in touch with us via the expression of interest below to be first to hear about future opportunities. The program comprises two core packages, My True North and Our True North, plus an introductory package for Level 4 students called Team True North. ‘My’ True North is a transformative program that empowers students to cultivate their intrapersonal skills, equipping them with skills to navigate challenges, embrace change, and foster a growth mindset. Students partake in these workshops: - Grit - Values - Mindset - Identity ‘Our’ True North is designed to empower students by nurturing their collaborative abilities and fostering empathy with their classmates. Students partake in these workshops: - Connections - Emotional Intelligence - Teamwork - Leadership 'Team’ True North is a Level Four specific program, designed as an introduction to the social and emotional skills that students will develop throughout their True North journey. Students partake in these workshops: - Similarities and Differences - Emotions - Conflict - Collaboration *This content is best suited to students in upper primary, however can be adapted to suit older students. Many students who attend local primary and high schools will have completed some sessions in year five and/or six. FIND OUT MORE The True North program was able to give me the confidence to better understand those around me, but more importantly myself. I loved being involved and it was so much fun Ivan, True North participant Previous Next

Embedding social sport and active reaction in Community Hubs Nation Wide for women. Embedding social sport and active reaction in Community Hubs Nation Wide for women. 20251111_Community Hubs_Netball Gala-36.jpg 20251111_Community Hubs_Netball Gala-35.jpg 20251111_Community Hubs_Netball Gala-33.jpg 20251111_Community Hubs_Netball Gala-36.jpg 1/9 Huddle Up! in Community hubs is a program embedding social sport and active reaction in Community Hubs, aimed at women from Migrant and First Nations to get active in a safe and inclusive environment. Register for VIC "Since its recent introduction, the Huddle Up sports program has already created meaningful change to the women in our community by promoting health, connection, and empowerment. The program gives them a rare space to move freely, laugh, compete, develop skills and express themselves outside their family responsibilities...all in a safe and inclusive space." Kristina Medak - Hub Leader, Parramatta West Public School Previous Next

A multi-sport program to learn fundamental skills and access to try a variety of sports. A multi-sport program to learn fundamental skills and access to try a variety of sports. 20250909_HUJ_Docklands_Baseball-49.jpg 20251112_HUJ_Trug-35.jpg 20251028_HUJ_Melbourne Victory-18.jpg 20250909_HUJ_Docklands_Baseball-49.jpg 1/4 Huddle Up! Junior encompasses Sport and Recreation programs for juniors from 5-12 years. Huddle Up! Junior offers young people the opportunity to get involved and get active through social games of basketball, touch rugby, soccer, and hockey as well as health and fitness classes delivered in a safe and inclusive environment. Huddle Up! Junior is facilitated during the school term only. Delivered across various locations throughout North Melbourne and Wyndham, there is a sport and recreation program for everyone. Get involved and get active today! REGISTER I enjoy having somewhere free to go after school to have fun and play sports with my mates Amar, Huddle Up! Junior participant Previous Next

The Huddle works with young people aged 8 to 25. Our programs are FREE for schools and all members of the community. Each program offers a safe and inclusive environment that empowers all young people to learn, grow, and belong. Programs in schools Fun and innovative sports-themed STEM lessons, aligned with the Australian & Victorian Curriculum, and NSW Syllabus. Levels 3-8 FIND OUT MORE An immersive AFL-themed Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics excursion with cutting-edge technology. Levels 5-6 FIND OUT MORE Empower students to discover who they are, by developing an understanding of how their values and attributes shape their identity. Levels 5-VCAL FIND OUT MORE Programs in the community School holiday program to promote a happy and healthy lifestyle and includes a range of activities. Ages 8-18 FIND OUT MORE Embedding social sport and active reaction in Community Hubs Nation Wide for women. Women Only FIND OUT MORE Receive academic support through subject-specific volunteer tutors, computer and internet access, and study space access. Ages 10-25 FIND OUT MORE A multi-sport program to learn fundamental skills and access to try a variety of sports. Ages 5-12 FIND OUT MORE An introduction to AFL to learn the rules, have a go at the skills and attend a live North Melbourne Football Club match. All ages FIND OUT MORE Creating a welcoming and inclusive space where young people feel supported and motivated to stay active. Ages 16-25 FIND OUT MORE A multi-sport program to get active through social games of sport, such as basketball, soccer, and volleyball. Ages 12-25 FIND OUT MORE A careers program to develop and showcase transferable skills through workshops, coaching, and supported employment experiences. Ages 15-25 FIND OUT MORE

An immersive AFL-themed Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics excursion with cutting-edge technology. An immersive AFL-themed Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics excursion with cutting-edge technology. Screenshot 2023-11-01 at 2.40.46 pm.jpg DSC08075.jpg NMFC Dec 2022_009.jpg Screenshot 2023-11-01 at 2.40.46 pm.jpg 1/6 Taking place in our brand new, state-of-the-art facility, students can expect a fun and memorable day where they are required to think critically and work collaboratively to achieve Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics challenges, such as building a pendulum to kick a ball through the goals. Students will explore concepts such as artificial and emotional intelligence, grit, and mindset as well as identify their own characteristics that will support students to 'win’ throughout life. What does it cost schools to participate in Game Day? Game Day is FREE for schools. What year levels is Game Day suitable for? Game Day is aimed at students in grades 5 and 6. Where is Game Day? Game Day is located in The Huddle, which is based at the North Melbourne Football Club. 204-206 Arden St, North Melbourne VIC 3051. Is Game Day aligned to the Victorian Curriculum? Yes, Game Day is aligned to content descriptors within Mathematics, Science, and Design and Technologies Learning Areas, along with the Critical and Creative Thinking and Personal and Social Capability Curriculum. FIND OUT MORE I liked that we got to work as a team to build the Shinboners skills and stats. It was fun to learn about North Melbourne and I got to build lots of different things using the technology and materials. Student, Ascot Vale West Primary School Previous Next

When volunteering at The Huddle, you play a key role in fostering a safe and inclusive environment for all young people to learn, grow, and belong. When volunteering at The Huddle, you play a key role in fostering a safe and inclusive environment for all young people to learn, grow, and belong. Volunteers play a huge role in our work here at The Huddle. Since its inception, 1,000 volunteers have engaged over 120,000 young people from over 160 different cultures across Australia. They have donated more than 20,000 hours of their time, enabling The Huddle to deliver high-quality programs and invest over $23M back into the community. When volunteering at The Huddle, you play a key role in fostering a safe and inclusive environment for all young people to learn, grow, and belong. For your chance to create meaningful change in your community and positively impact the lives of young people, please enquire below. LEARN MORE ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us.

Thank you to all of our partners. Your contributions allow us to continue to provide free resources to help young people learn, grow and belong. Thank you to our partners Founding Partners North Melbourne Football Club Scanlon Foundation Australian Multicultural Foundation Corporate Partners Intrepid Empowered Women In Trades Scalzo 13cabs Victorian Trades Hall Council Bendigo Bank Hoka Rodine Dulux Kookaburra Electrical Trades Union Mazda Government Partners Victoria State Government City of Melbourne Wyndham City Council Trusts & Foundations The Baker Foundation Sports Partners Australian Football League Melbourne City Football Club AFL Victoria Australian Institute of Sport AFL Tasmania National Basketball League Education Partners The Mathematical Association of Victoria Learn Fresh SEDA College Community Partners YMCA Victoria Our Community Tennis Australia Wyndham City Youth Services Community Hubs Victoria Police Hockey Victoria Ultimate Victoria Australian Communities Foundation Werribee Football Club Ubuntu Project Beyond Sport Cricket Victoria Westgate Basketball