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Free STEM Lessons GOAL! is a series of fun and innovative sports-themed STEM lessons, aligned with Victorian & Australian Curriculum, and NSW Syllabus. Designed for Levels 3-8 FREE SIGN UP ACCESS LESSONS How GOAL! Lessons Work 3 Lessons To Get You Started VIEW LESSON Goal Accuracy Can your students use data to help the Kangaroos find the best location to kick goals? VIEW LESSON Goalie Reaction Experiment Can your students conduct experiments to see if they have faster reactions than Goalies? VIEW LESSON A Chance At Victory Can your students build a Supercars Championship team using a set budget? DESIGNED BY TEACHERS As former teachers, we get the sweat and magic that goes into crafting a great lesson! All our GOAL! lessons are created by teachers and tested in real classrooms to make sure students can dive in, explore, explain, elaborate, and evaluate together. We make it super easy for you to plug and play with detailed lesson plans and all the fun resources students need. CURRICULUM LINKED Mapping lessons to the curriculum is crucial but can be a real headache. We've done the heavy lifting so you can focus on bringing these lessons to life in the classroom. Plus, we'll stay on top of any curriculum changes to ensure you can keep using these lessons with new classes without a hitch. EXCITING SPORT STARS Just like us, students love sports stars, so each of our GOAL! lessons includes a video featuring a sports star who introduces the lesson and helps draw the connection between the STEM-based activity and their sport. Play this at the start of the lesson to get your students buzzing! PLAY / SPORT THEMED Sport and play are powerful vehicles in Education. Introducing a sports context in learning improves attitudes towards abstract concepts and brings them into the real world. While integrating sports and play into lessons is beneficial, it demands precious time and energy, which are often scarce for teachers. That's why we created GOAL! FREE SIGN UP ACCESS LESSONS Get A Taste Of The Lessons FREE SIGN UP

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Download free sports themed STEM lessons to celebrate National Science Week < Back Celebrate National Science Week 31 July 2024 Download free sports themed STEM lessons to celebrate National Science Week Celebrate National Science Week (10-18 August) by experimenting with our free Science lessons that blend sport and STEM. Lesson #1 - Goalie Reaction Experiment Suitable for Levels 3-6 (mapped to Australian and Victorian Curriculum) The game of football requires sharp reactions. No player knows this more than the goalkeeper! They need to be nimble and quick to react. The Melbourne City goalkeepers (Sally James and Melissa Barbieri) challenge your students to a reaction test. Students work in pairs to conduct three simple experiments, each designed to test their reaction times and concentration. Students work like scientists to predict, collect, analyse, interpret, represent and discuss their data. Students will enjoy the 2v2 challenge to see if they can beat the two goalies’ reaction times. LEARN MORE Lesson #2 – Protecting Eggbert Suitable for Levels 5-7 (mapped to Australian, Victorian Curriculum and NSW Syllabus) In this lesson, students are challenged to design and prototype a helmet that can be used to keep a driver safe, learning and then applying the force formula in context. Students will receive a race driving egg named Eggbert to protect with their helmet. They will design, test, and evaluate their helmets to see who can successfully protect Eggbert on the track. LEARN MORE Previous Next

The Huddle is the perfect space for teams of up to 30 people to feel engaged, be inspired, connect with each other, and explore the future of possibilities. ENGAGE AND EMPOWER YOUR TEAM WITH US The Huddl e is the perfect space for teams of up to 30 people to feel engaged, be inspired, connect with each other, and explore the future of possibilities. NMFC Dec 2022_009 DSC05787 NMFC Dec 2022 016 NMFC Dec 2022_009 1/5 BOOK ONLINE Bookings are limited . Book Now BROCHURE Benefits and inclusions . FIND OUT MORE FOOD MENU Cat ering your day . FIND OUT MORE

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 Spirit of Tasmania Bendigo Bank Rodine Dulux Electrical Trades Union Mazda Scalzo Government Partners Victoria State Government City of Melbourne Wyndham City Council Trusts & Foundations PMF Foundation 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 Cricket Victoria Westgate Basketball Our Community Tennis Australia Wyndham City Youth Services Victoria Police Hockey Victoria Ultimate Victoria Werribee Football Club Ubuntu Project

How mentorship and experience helped Moukhtar grow into a community leader. < Back From Game Changer to Community Leader John King 31 Jan 2025 How mentorship and experience helped Moukhtar grow into a community leader. Moukhtar Dahir participated in our first Game Changers cohort in Spring 2023, working as a casual to support the development of an Alumni program at The Huddle as part of his Employment Experience. In March 2024, Moukhtar successfully applied for a Multicultural Development Officer role through the Bachar Houli Foundation, housed with the Sports & Recreation Team at The Huddle and would support delivery of our Huddle Up, Welcome to AFL, Huddle Holidays and AFL Victoria programs in a part-time capacity, while he completed his studies. “Moukhtar has been an incredible asset to our team, he brings a passion, dedication, and most importantly a genuine connection to the community. His ability to engage with young people and create meaningful connections with them has had a lasting impact, empowering them and fostering a sense of belonging,” said Xavier Smith, Head of Sport & Recreation of Moukhtar’s contribution to the team. “Not only did working part-time with The Huddle provide me with the flexibility to manage my studies but I was also mentored throughout the role helping me develop experience in the workforce, build up my confidence, improve communication skills and learn how to deal with uncomfortable situations head on.” Moukhtar said. In October 2024, a role within The Huddle’s Community Development team became available and Moukhtar was encouraged to apply. He was appointed to the full-time position of Coordinator Community Engagement, which focuses on developing and implementing initiatives that foster interaction, participation, and a sense of belonging among our community members, stakeholders, and the broader organisation, primarily with the Somali community in the Cities of Melbourne and Wyndham. “Because of the skills, knowledge, and confidence I had developed in the part-time role, it allowed me to grow and be in a position where I was encouraged to apply for and appointed for the Coordinator Community Engagement role, which was only possible because of the valuable work the Game Changers program does for young people,” Moukhtar said. Moukhtar’s journey from Game Changers participant to Community Engagement Coordinator shows the power of mentorship, experience, and opportunity. His story highlights how programs like Game Changers empower young people, build confidence, and create meaningful career pathways. Previous Next

Game Day is an immersive AFL-themed excursion, aligned to the Victorian Curriculum, that engages Levels 5 and 6 in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through cutting-edge technology. Game Day 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. Book Online Secure your Game Day class excursion! PLEASE NOTE: Bookings can only be made for up to 30 students or less due to the size of the classroom. BOOK NOW Watch Now Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied FAQs Everything you need to know ahead of your Game Day excursion. VIEW Curriculum See how Game Day links to the Victorian Curriculum by clicking below. DOWNLOAD What to expect A detailed breakdown of what the day looks like for you and your students. DOWNLOAD All 105 of our Grade 6 students had an incredible time at The Huddle's Game Day program. It challenged them to think critically and collaborate on STEM tasks, from building pendulums to kick a ball through for a goal to devising a solution for rolling a marble through from the 50-meter line and navigating Sphero courses using technology. Exploration of concepts like artificial and emotional intelligence, grit, and mindset not only enriched their education but also empowered them to identify personal characteristics crucial for lifelong success. Chris Baba, St Christopher's Primary School In partnership with

Huddle Holidays concludes with an exhilarating day of bouldering at Climb West Melbourne < Back Bouldering Back To School 13 July 2024 Huddle Holidays concludes with an exhilarating day of bouldering at Climb West Melbourne As Huddle Holidays come to a close, we capped off the holidays with an exhilarating bouldering session at Climb West Melbourne. Coach Josh guided us through the fundamentals and coached us through challenging climbs. Although Huddle Holidays has concluded for now, keep an eye on our page for updates on next term's exciting holiday programs! 📅 A big thank you to The Victorian State Government and Community Bank Seddon for their support in making these enriching experiences possible. 🙌 Previous Next

2023 Spring Huddle Holiday's Program < Back Sanhae's Spring Emily Phu 31 Oct 2023 2023 Spring Huddle Holiday's Program Huddle Holidays is a free school holiday program that provides young people with opportunities to try new experiences and develop their skills and capacity across social inclusion, health, emotional wellbeing, and leadership. Throughout this Spring School Holiday program at The Huddle, Senior participants had the opportunity to go to Strike Bowling & Laser Tag, Bounce, and to compete in the Huddle’s Basketball Slam, offering a diverse range of activities to keep them engaged and excited. School holidays can be a period where young people may disengage from safe social activities. The Huddle aims to contribute to the reduction of anti-social behaviour by providing activities to engage young people throughout the school break. Further, with the rising cost of living, young people may face financial barriers to access engaging activities, making Huddle Holidays a free option for both the youth and their families. “Huddle Holidays was very fun, very inspiring, and very convenient because you brought us there and brought us back.” Sanhae has attended Huddle programs over 60 times (including Huddle Holidays and Huddle Up!) since joining in 2021. He initially attended Huddle Holidays for the sports tournaments but attended every Senior program this time round. “I had a lot of fun hanging out with the staff members who did Bowling with us and played Dodgeball at Bounce with us.” When asked why Sanhae chose to come to Huddle Holidays for the first time, they shared that “…we are getting older, so there’s not a lot of opportunities left. I also don’t have anything else to do on the holidays. With costs and transport covered, I just had to show up - so it was fun! It was also nice to hang out with friends and make new friends too.” Sanhae will continue to engage in the Huddle’s program, including Huddle Up! at Werribee Secondary College and Huddle Holidays. He is more interested in attending future Huddle Holidays to experience different activities during their school holidays, which speaks to the program's long-lasting impact and appeal to the young people of the North Melbourne, Flemington, and Wyndham communities. Previous Next

Game Changers: Linking Participants with Professionals < Back Diving into the deep end of the networking pool Maddy Ware and John King 21 Mar 2023 Game Changers: Linking Participants with Professionals Networking continues to be a core part of the employment experience. Young people from Multicultural backgrounds who have been successful in gaining sustainable employment note the importance of strong professional and peer networks ( Meet Me in the Middle Report , Victorian Multicultural Commission p. 21, 2020). However, gaining access to strong professional networks can be difficult for young people from diverse backgrounds. The objective of The Huddle’s Game Changers program is to bridge the gap between young people and employers. Through partnerships and collaboration with other like-minded organisations, young people who engage with The Huddle can network with operations and groups that want to see them develop and thrive in their career journey. Arsema is a 17-year-old female from Tarneit. Arsema and was referred by partnering organisation, Ubuntu Project, to Game Changers, and has since taken part in The Huddle’s Study Squad and True North programs. Arsema attended Game Changers workshops during the September school holidays in 2022. The workshops were comprised of employability skill development, community project ideation and professional networking opportunities. In a recent interview with The Huddle, Arsema advised that a highlight of Game Changers was learning about different industries and the skills required to be a successful candidate and employee. On the first day of workshops, a representative from the YMCA was present and discussed the professional and community benefits of becoming a swim teacher. The discussion between the YMCA representative and the participants was informal but effective. The comfortable nature in which Game Changers presented industry professionals gave Arsema the confidence to approach the YMCA representative and inquire further about becominga swim teacher. Not long after the connection was made, Arsema took the steps needed to become a qualified swim teacher and has begun working for the YMCA at Carlton Baths. By prioritising networking as a core component of the program, Game Changers provides young people from multicultural backgrounds the opportunity to safely network with industry professionals in a way that is not intimidating or overbearing. In the employment landscape, the old saying of, ‘it is not what you know but who you know’ still rings true. By providing avenues for young people to link into and build their own professional networks, Game Changers is supporting participants to become more confident and, importantly, independent, when moving through and, eventually out of the program. Arsema has now been working as a swim teacher for several months and advised that her new role has “…allowed me to become more financially independent…” Through a combination of formal presentations and informal networking components, Game Changers will provide participants with a chance to connect with industry leaders and professionals. This affords young people with opportunities to not only grow their knowledge and networks, but also build their own confidence, as they meet new people who can provide advice and support along their career journey. Arsema plans to continue helping people in the future and advised that “…After high school, I’m hoping to continue swim teaching at Carlton Baths throughout university, and slowly make my way into either social work or healthcare.” Are you interested in taking part in Game Changers this school holidays? Please click here to sign up. Previous Next

Huddle Up! Junior - The Hub @ Docklands < Back Energising Young Minds Mariam Taleb 19 July 2023 Huddle Up! Junior - The Hub @ Docklands Huddle Up! Junior, a multi-sport program designed for young people aged 5-12 in the City of Melbourne, offers a range of engaging activities at the Hub in Docklands. In collaboration with external sporting organizations, this program delivers one-hour sessions over four weeks, focusing on teaching fundamental sports skills, enhancing physical activity, promoting social connections, and fostering a sense of belonging within the community. One of the program's key objectives is to provide opportunities for young people to engage in safe and social activities after school. By offering a structured and supportive environment, Huddle Up! Junior provides participants with the chance to actively participate, learn new skills, and interact with their friends, fostering a positive after-school experience. This program attempts to remove barriers that can sometimes appear for young children trying to participate in sport. "We like learning and getting better at sports. I have so much fun on Tuesdays, I always smile when I’m at the program" - Participant. Beyond skill development, the program is a catalyst for building connections and forging relationships among young people of all ages. Inside and outside the program, lasting social interactions are formed. Many participants continue their engagement with The Huddle through our other programs, including the exciting Multi-Sport Super Clinics during Huddle Holidays. This year, one of the standout factors was our collaboration with the AFL Men's program. North Melbourne Kangaroos players joined our sessions throughout the year and helped take part in an incredible Huddle Day at Marvel Stadium. This event gave our participants a front-row seat to an AFL match and an opportunity to engage in thrilling pre-game activities like crafts, games, and footy skills practice with the players. The young people and their families received free tickets and took part of the Guard of Honour, lining up on the field to welcome the North Melbourne players. For some, it was their very first AFL match. "I felt like one of them." - Huddle Up! participant on participating in the Guard of Honour From the beginning of 2023, Huddle Up! Junior has had 45 registrations and 113 attendances, with an average of 10 young people per session. These young people also represent 12 different cultural backgrounds, fostering an inclusive environment that encourages cross-cultural connections, understanding, and acceptance. The programs are really well run! It’s such a fantastic weekly opportunity for them to experience a variety of different sports in an age-appropriate environment. We’re appreciative of North Melbourne footy club and The Huddle running these sessions.” - Parent of Participant Huddle Up! Junior Docklands runs every Tuesday from 4-5pm at The Hub, Docklands. To register click here . Previous Next