Real Futbol Institute was founded in 2012 by a group of families and a coach, Carlos Drechsler. The motivation to start RFI was driven by the realisation that in Melbourne at the time there were no football institutions in which coaches and young players could find a supportive and nurturing environment in which to work and develop.
RFI was set up to provide a high quality development program for young players with potential and passion. Every idea and principle was designed to protect and enhance player development objectives.
We took the shape as a not for profit, standalone association, working with partner clubs. This enabled us to have access to facilities and competition, while staying away from club politics or limitations. Through these arrangements, RFI operated it’s well-known Development Program, the full-year team-based scheme for young players, and the Initiation Program, for players between 4 and 7.
Over the years, RFI has seen both its players and coaches progress and achieve beyond expectations. While their accomplishments have given us much pride and joy, our biggest reward has always been the appreciation from our players and families, and the certainty that we keep contributing to a better youth football environment and a better community.
