Walking Football

The national Walking Football programs are designed and run as a social, small-sided and sustainable version of football that has been modified for older Australians. 

Designed in partnership with Active Ageing and member federations, the game focuses on passing rather than speed or running. The playing formats are flexible and accessible to new or community players. 

What is Walking Football?

It is a low-impact, team-based exercise where players always have at least one foot on the ground. Aside from following the Laws of the Game, other aspects include:

• Walking is mandatory  
• The ball cannot be kicked above head-height
• No heading of the ball
• The focus is on fun and making friends
• Matches are played with modified formats of 5 or 6 a-side on smaller pitches with shortened game time
• Facilitators lead the games in line with laws of football in the “spirit of the game”

Who is it for?

• Men and women
• Aimed at ages 50+ but open to all
• Anyone looking for slow-paced exercise

Where can you play?

If Walking Football sounds like something you want to get involved in, and you can’t find a location near you below, click here to express your interest.  

Events and come and try days

Not sure if Walking Football is for you? Come and have a one-off try at one of our events near you.