Have you tried Walking Football?
Walking Football is a small-sided, low-impact, modified version of the game, suitable for all levels of ability and fitness, from people who are returning to sport after a break or those who have never played before.
After a long stretch of isolation and reduced activity in Victoria, now is the perfect time to give it a go!
Walking Football aims to provide participants physical & mental health benefits, social contentedness and promotion of the benefits of ongoing physical activity. Our Walking Football program caters for individuals of all ages with a focus on men and women aged over 55 years - and there are programs running at venues across the state.
How is Walking Football played?
- Matches are played with modified formats (5v5/6v6) on smaller pitches with shortened game times
- Running is not allowed. A participant always has to have one foot on the ground.
- It is a non-contact version of the game.
- The ball cannot be kicked above head height.
- There is no heading of the ball.
- There are no ‘referees’ as such and the competitive angle is kept to a minimum.
- The focus is on fun and making friends.
Learn more about Walking Football
Looking to Join a walking Football Hub?
Alternatively, you can reach out to our friendly team who will be able to provide further assistance walkingfootball@footballvictoria.com.au.
Wanting to join your local Walking Football Hub?
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