WALKING FOOTBALL COACHING & RESOURCES
Walking football is one of the fastest-growing formats of the game in the UK, designed specifically to keep older players active, competitive, and involved in football. By removing running and limiting physical contact, walking football creates a safer, more inclusive version of the sport while still maintaining tactical depth and technical challenge.
Whether you’re a player looking to understand the rules or a coach organising weekly sessions, having clear guidance makes a huge difference. These pages brings together everything you need — from walking football rules and beginner guides to structured training sessions and coaching resources.
Walking Football Rules (UK Guide)
Understanding walking football rules is essential before stepping onto the pitch. While leagues across the UK follow similar principles, there can be slight variations in ball height, goalkeeper restrictions, and competition formats.
Key areas covered include:
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No running rule
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Ball height restrictions
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Tackling and contact rules
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Goalkeeper limitations
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Pitch size and match format
👉 See the complete guide:
[Walking Football Rules (UK)]
How To Play Walking Football
If you’re new to the format, learning how to play walking football properly will help you adapt quickly. Movement, positioning, and quick decision-making become more important when running is removed.
Our beginner guide explains:
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Basic match setup
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Player positioning
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Common mistakes
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Tactical adjustments
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How to organise your first session
👉 Start here:
[How To Play Walking Football] (Coming soon!)
Walking Football Drills & Training Sessions
For coaches and organisers, structured sessions are the difference between a casual kick-about and meaningful player development.
Effective walking football drills focus on:
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Short passing under pressure
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Movement without running
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Positional awareness
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Controlled build-up play
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Small-sided tactical games
Whether you run a grassroots club or community group, having ready-made session plans saves time and improves player engagement.
👉 Explore practical coaching ideas:
[Walking Football Drills & Training Sessions]
Coaching Walking Football – Practical Support for Grassroots Volunteers
Many walking football sessions are run by volunteers, grassroots coaches, or former players stepping into leadership roles. Clear structure, simple organisation, and age-appropriate drills make sessions more enjoyable and effective.
If you’re coaching walking football, consider:
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Clear session structure (warm-up, technical, tactical, game)
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Controlled tempo exercises
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Safe progression of intensity
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Encouraging communication and teamwork
For a complete step-by-step approach, including detailed drills and diagrams, you can explore the dedicated coaching resources available on this site.
👉 View the full coaching course here:
[Coaching Walking Football – Online Course]
Taking Your Walking Football Sessions Further
Walking football isn’t just about slowing the game down — it’s about adapting intelligently. With the right drills and tactical understanding, sessions can remain competitive, engaging, and technically challenging.
Whether you’re:
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A new player
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A returning footballer
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A volunteer coach
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A club organiser
This page provides a structured starting point to help you build confidence and improve performance safely.
Explore the books, course and guides on this website and take the next step in developing your walking football knowledge.