Kingston WFC
“A SMALL CLUB WITH A BIG LEGACY”
Still kicking it, but whilst still walking!
Still kicking it, but whilst still walking!
All Over 50+ Welcome!
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ABOUT US
In late 2018, Howard Conder and Brendan Murphy-McVey from BMMSports, started "Training Sessions" for people aged over 50+ at Goals Tolworth, in Surrey. It was known as Kingston Walking Football. Unfortunately, when covid hit, restrictions put a stop to these sessions for a very long time. After covid, the majority of participants decided to re-group again. However, Howard and Brendan could no longer operate these sessions due to their commitments expanding elsewhere. In 2022, "JP" took over the 'Games Sessions' and Chris Beech took on the 'Club Administrator' role.
In 2023, the group became affiliated to the Surrey FA, so that they could compete in FA-sanctioned Tournaments. The group is now known as ‘Kingston Walking Football Club’
It is for ex-football players, who are aged 50+ to over 80 years of age. The Club has almost seventy participants, with a mixture of footballing abilities, but all are united by the love for the beautiful game.
OUR MISSION?
To prove that football is not just for the young and reckless, but also for the slightly creaky and wonderfully friendly.
NOT JUST A CLUB
We are a support group for those who miss their glory days. We offer a safe and supportive environment where you can relive your football memories and to create new ones.
SIMPLE VALUES
Stay active, have fun and maintain skills.
MORE THAN A SPORT
A way to stay connected, make new friends, and improve your well-being.
So, if you are looking for a way to get back into the game, or just want to avoid becoming a couch potato, come and join us. We promise you will not regret it.
You can catch up with our past and current news by viewing our Facebook Group Page. It is a ‘Public Group’ so anyone can sign-up and join the group. All results and match reports are on ‘facebook’.
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WALKING FOOTBALL RULES
WALKING FOOTBALL?
It is football, but slower. No running allowed. No physical contact.
Think of it as a leisurely stroll with a ball, occasionally interrupted by moments of intense action. It is perfect for those who want to enjoy the game without the risk of collapsing in a heap due to exhaustion.
THE MAIN RULES?
Any offence committed, will result in a free-kick. A penalty can be awarded to the opposition (if offences accumulate).
(1) You must walk. You must always keep one foot on the ground.
(2) Three-touch football. (competitions may vary).
(3) Non-contact.
(4) The ball must always be below head-height.
THE BENEFITS ARE NUMEROUS:
Firstly, you get exercise without feeling like you are actually exercising.
Secondly, you get to relive your footballing dreams without the risk of serious injury.
Thirdly, you get to socialise with like-minded individuals who are also in denial about their age.
It is a win-win-win situation, unless you are really bad at walking!
S0, WHY WALKING FOOTBALL?
(1) Because we are not getting any younger.
(2) Because it is a fantastic way to stay active and have fun.
(3) Prove that you can still kick a ball in the intended direction. (4) Plus, the post-match banter is legendary.
“Just do not expect any Premier League scouts to be watching”
FAQs
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Yes, unless you fancy a stern glare from "JP", our resident referee and speed-walking enthusiast. Think of it as similar to power-walking.
No running, no contact, no diving, just pure, unadulterated strolling with a ball. However, It is harder than it looks, trust us! -
If you can briskly walk to your local pub for a beer or meal, you are probably fit enough to play in the 'Game Sessions'. Walking football is designed for all fitness levels. We have got players who range from competing in triathlons to players who consider walking to the postbox is a cardio workout. All are welcome!
However, selection to play in a Kingston WFC representative squad (in competitive matches arranged with other Clubs, Surrey FA, WFA and WFLA), is strictly based on a player having a good level of footballing ability and fitness. These games are played at a very high-skill level and are at a fast tempo. They are always very competitive and physically demanding.
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We play on a 3g pitch, so to enjoy the event, it is recommended:
(1) You wear a football kit: shirt, shorts and socks.
(2) You wear astro-turf trainers, to avoid slipping and causing injury.
(3) You bring a water bottle, as you will definitely need it!.
(4) You bring a healthy dose of humour. -
We do take our walking football very seriously. Expect tactical formations, strategic passing, and the occasional heated debate over whether that was really running, a foul etc. However, the sessions are always good whereby everyone has a good enjoyable game in a friendly manner.
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Currently, we are over-subscribed due to the pitch facilities available for our session's time-slots, so "JP" operates on an ‘invitation only’ basis via a 'Spond' App at the moment, so as to manage player numbers at each session.
However, all over 50s are welcome, so if you are interested in joining our waiting list for our sessions, it is recommended that you first, just come and watch a session, to see if it is something you want to join in, in the future.
If you turn up at one of our sessions to watch, speak to “JP” at the end of the session, as he is the one who runs the 'Game Sessions'. He will answer any questions you may have. You will find us on the biggest pitch, at the far end of the venue.We are a friendly bunch. Check our schedule for game times and location (shown above). Be prepared to be welcomed with open arms (no contact!), questionable jokes, and the distinct possibility of becoming addicted to walking football. You have been warned!