WALKING NETBALL
Do you think you are "too old for netball"?
Have you suffered an injury which stopped you playing netball?
STOP those sad thoughts we have just the thing for you!! WALKING NETBALL.
Walking Netball has evolved from a growing demand for walking sports. Often, one of netball’s strengths is that people never forget playing the sport and the memories as well as the love for the game never leave.
Walking Netball is a slower version of the game; it is netball, but at a walking pace. The game has been designed so that anyone can play it regardless of age or fitness level.
From those who have dropped out of the sport they love due to serious injury, to those who believed they had hung up their netball trainers many years ago, it really is for everyone.
Women the length of the country have begun playing the game of Walking Netball for the fun, laughter and camaraderie the social session brings, as much as the health benefits on offer. It can give those who feel isolated an outlet, provide an activity for those who don’t deem themselves fit enough to run anymore and offer a stepping stone for those looking for a pathway back into netball.
If you are interested in delivering Walking Netball, we’re looking for friendly, chatty, approachable people with a great sense of humour to become Walking Netball Hosts. To find out more about being a Walking Netball Host, click here.
Have you suffered an injury which stopped you playing netball?
STOP those sad thoughts we have just the thing for you!! WALKING NETBALL.
Walking Netball has evolved from a growing demand for walking sports. Often, one of netball’s strengths is that people never forget playing the sport and the memories as well as the love for the game never leave.
Walking Netball is a slower version of the game; it is netball, but at a walking pace. The game has been designed so that anyone can play it regardless of age or fitness level.
From those who have dropped out of the sport they love due to serious injury, to those who believed they had hung up their netball trainers many years ago, it really is for everyone.
Women the length of the country have begun playing the game of Walking Netball for the fun, laughter and camaraderie the social session brings, as much as the health benefits on offer. It can give those who feel isolated an outlet, provide an activity for those who don’t deem themselves fit enough to run anymore and offer a stepping stone for those looking for a pathway back into netball.
If you are interested in delivering Walking Netball, we’re looking for friendly, chatty, approachable people with a great sense of humour to become Walking Netball Hosts. To find out more about being a Walking Netball Host, click here.
Walking Netball Rules:
To play Walking Netball some rules need to be adapted to ensure that the game is played appropriately. If you’re playing a game competitively, these rules become important.
England Netball has recommended the adaptations below. If you’re not playing a competitive game it’s really important to deliver a fun and flexible session, therefore, how closely you adhere to the rule adaptations is dependent on your group.
One rule, which must be enforced in all Walking Netball sessions is to ensure that everyone is WALKING:
“A player must have at least part of one foot in contact with the court at all times.”
During the game, an extra step maybe taken once a player has received the ball, which reduces the impact on landing and improves the momentum of the game.
“A player may receive the ball with one foot grounded and then take two steps while in possession of the ball before it must be thrown or shoot.”
An extra second has been allowed to increase the decision making time whilst in possession of the ball, which should encourage improved ball placement.
‘A player may throw the ball within four (4) seconds of receiving the ball.’
For further information on the rules of netball, please refer to the International Netball Federation Official Rules of Netball.
To play Walking Netball some rules need to be adapted to ensure that the game is played appropriately. If you’re playing a game competitively, these rules become important.
England Netball has recommended the adaptations below. If you’re not playing a competitive game it’s really important to deliver a fun and flexible session, therefore, how closely you adhere to the rule adaptations is dependent on your group.
One rule, which must be enforced in all Walking Netball sessions is to ensure that everyone is WALKING:
“A player must have at least part of one foot in contact with the court at all times.”
During the game, an extra step maybe taken once a player has received the ball, which reduces the impact on landing and improves the momentum of the game.
“A player may receive the ball with one foot grounded and then take two steps while in possession of the ball before it must be thrown or shoot.”
An extra second has been allowed to increase the decision making time whilst in possession of the ball, which should encourage improved ball placement.
‘A player may throw the ball within four (4) seconds of receiving the ball.’
For further information on the rules of netball, please refer to the International Netball Federation Official Rules of Netball.
