Walking Football
Walking football is a variant of football that is aimed at keeping people aged over-50 involved with football.
- See Also:
- Football
An Overview of Walking Football
Though based on football, the key difference in the rules, from standard football, is that if a player runs then they concede a free kick to the other side. This restriction, together with a ban on slide tackles, is aimed at avoiding injuries.
Benefits
The manner in which the sport is played promotes cardiovascular fitness whilst producing the least stress on the body. It also assists participants maintain an active lifestyle.
Involvement
Visit your local FA page to find your nearest club.
Adaptations and Equipment
When played indoors, a size 4 futsal ball is used. Outdoor games involve a traditional football.
Find Walking Football Clubs/Groups Near You
Use the search below to find local organisations near you.
Daily Boost
This Girl Can
National Governing Bodies
The Football Association
- Contact Name
- General Information
- Contact Telephone
- 0800 169 1863
Leicester City Football Club Community Trust
Leicester City in the Community (LCitC) is an independent, registered charity. LCitC harnesses the power of football to inspire individuals to achieve their full potential.
Leicester Learning Disabilities Sports Club
multi sports learning disabilities sports club where we deliver multiple different sports sessions weekly with sessions aim at being active, fun, engaging and friendly
We are looking to gain new members to join our membership core we already have this
Active Leicester: Braunstone And Rowley Fields
The Active Leicester: BRF project offers residents of the Braunstone and Rowley Fields ward of Leicester City aged 14+ the opportunity to take part in free sport and physical activity sessions; all delivered locally by supportive 'Activators'.
Metcalf Multisports
Metcalf Multisports is a sports company with over 15 years experience in primary schools, coaching a variety of sports. We have an approachable and punctual manner and are able to adapt to any environment.
CEL SPORTS
professional yet affordable for all offering our multi sports coaching working in the city & county, based Leicestershire and across the Midlands. We aim to offer a variety of sports coaching sessions for schools, clubs, holiday camps, birthday party’s,
Enderby Leisure & Golf Centre
You can choose between a huge variety of different activities here at Enderby.
Leicestershire & Rutland County FA
The role of the governing body is to administer and develop football throughout the County, and to ensure that there are no barriers to participation, so that we can continue to grow our national sport at all levels of the game.
Shuttlewood Clarke Foundation
Providing support for those in the community, to help improve physical and mental wellbeing, reduce isolation through a portfolio of wellbeing activities.
AMBITION Sports Coaching Ltd
AMBITION stands for Achieving More By Identifying Talent In Ourselves Now and we are a Sports Coaching and Academic Support company that specialises in but is not limited to working with children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Social,
Kibworth Town Football Club
Community Football Club, Ages 5 through to senior, veteran and walking football.
Active Charnwood
Active Charnwood is a network of sport & physical activity partners who work collaboratively to advocate and develop inclusive sport and active recreation opportunities for all within the Borough of Charnwood.
Midlands Roller Arena
Based in the south of the county, we are a purpose built roller skating arena for all forms of roller skating, disco's and parties, roller hockey and roller derby as well as multi sports/fitness for both children and adults.
Hinckley Walking Football Club
We are an over 50s walking football team based at Green Towers youth club in Hinckley, Leicestershire.
Active Hinckley & Bosworth
Active Hinckley and Bosworth are a team of individuals delivering, promoting and supporting all things sport and physical activity across the borough.
Lutterworth Sports Centre
Lutterworth Leisure Centre has everything you need to enjoy getting active. Following an extensive recent refurbishment, the centre now boasts some of the best facilities in the area, helping you get the most out of your visits.
Asfordby Amateurs Ladies, Girls & Inclusive Football Club
We offer football to all ages, regardless of age or ability.
Melton Healthy and Active Communities Team
Providing Sport, Physical Activity and Health Opportunities for individuals and groups in and around the Melton Borough.
Ashby Leisure Centre & Lido
Ashby's outdoor lido swimming pool will be open again for Summer 2025, but for you now you can still enjoy the rest of the leisure centre's great facilities.
Catmose Sports Centre
Catmose Sports Centre offers a wide range of activities for all ages and abilities
Active Rutland
Rutland Local Sport Alliance (LSA) commonly known as Active Rutland acts as a key group in enabling key partners in sport, active recreation, health and physical activity in Rutland
Walking Football
Walking Football is a small-sided game of 5-7 players, following similar rules as Football, but played at a walking pace. The game is suitable for everyone from over 50’s, to those with health issues and younger players returning from injury.
Women and Girls Football
Opportunities for women and girls of all ages and abilities to play football in female-only sessions and teams.
Melton All Stars Boys and Girls Mixed Football
Opportunities for boys and girls of all ages and abilities to play football in mixed sessions and teams.
Inclusive Football for Tots
Opportunities for players with disabilities of all ages and abilities to play football in inclusive sessions and teams.
Inclusive Football for Juniors, Youth and Adults
Opportunities for players with disabilities of all ages and abilities to play football in inclusive sessions and teams.
http://www.leicestershirefa.com/players/walking-football
Leicestershire & Rutland County FA
0116 286 7828
info@leicestershirefa.com