Walking Football A Smash Hit In Brimbank

Brimbank council has locals looking for a way to stay fit and have fun covered, with its weekly walking football event.

Walking football is a fun and inclusive way to stay active, and an opportunity for community members to enjoy a modified version of soccer offering a low-impact way to engage with the sport.

The program emphasises enjoyment over competition and encourages participants to reap the physical and mental health benefits of staying active.

Designed for individuals over 50, though open to all ages, Football Victoria’s walking football program invites everyone to join in the fun.

Brimbank council has locals looking for a way to stay fit and have fun covered, with its weekly walking football event.
Walking football is a fun and inclusive way to stay active, and an opportunity for community members to enjoy a modified version of soccer offering a low-impact way to engage with the sport.
The program emphasises enjoyment over competition and encourages participants to reap the physical and mental health benefits of staying active.
Designed for individuals over 50, though open to all ages, Football Victoria’s walking football program invites everyone to join in the fun. — Walking football fun at Keilor Stadium Pic credit: Damjan Janevski

The game’s rules ensure safety and comfort, with a focus on keeping one foot on the ground at all times, maintaining a non-contact environment, and avoiding high kicks or heading the ball.

The walking football program takes place every Wednesday at the Keilor Basketball Netball Stadium, 135 Stadium Drive, Keilor Park, from 1-2pm.

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