Conducted separately from team based training, these curriculum based programs form an integrated education and training matrix, offered to complement and extend beyond team based training. Conducted mainly on separate nights from team training, these optional programs are at no cost to players.

Strength & Conditioning	Designed for the older age groups, this program builds strength and condition before and during the season. This program is offered for players from U14 to U17.
Technical Program U9-U10   U11	This skills based program run throughout the year is for players wishing to improve their technical skills. The program concentrates on individual skills rather than the team play focus of team training. This program is offered for players from U9 to U12, with U12 development incorporated into team training.
Self Development & Nutrition	This program is designed to explore players inner strengths and provide mental strategies to improve performance. This program is offered to players from U11 to U17.
Laws of the Game	Focused on the laws of game, this program explores what the laws mean and how they are interpreted. This program is offered to players from U11 and U12.
Kanga Cup	Two teams from Adelaide City will travel to Canberra to play in the Kanga Cup during July 2008. This experience will be offered at U12 and U14.
Goal Keeper Academy	All Adelaide City goal keepers receive specialist technical training above their team training. This year Adelaide City is offering players from other clubs access to specialist training through the Goal Keeper Academy.
Zebra Foals Academy Under 4 and Under 5 Under 6 and Under 7	Designed to introduce children under the age of 8 years to football in a safe, fun and educational environment. For children aged under 4 and under 5 the Zebra Foals academy commences with registration on Sunday 20 April, while for children under 6 and under 7 the Zebra Foals Academy commences with registration on Sunday 4 May.