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A Walk In The Park
Did you know that walking football was first played in Chesterfield!
Words: Simon Paterson & Keith Arrowsmith
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Images: Keith Arrowsmith
Walking football is a modified version of traditional football that is played at a slower pace, primarily aimed at older adults or those with mobility issues. The game follows the same rules as regular football, but there are a few key differences.
Participants must walk instead of run, and physical contact is minimized to reduce the risk of injury. It provides a more accessible and inclusive form of the sport, allowing people who might not be able to play the traditional version to still enjoy the game and it was first played in Chesterfield!
Walking football, now worldwide, originated in Chesterfield in 2009 and Chesterfield's sister club at Hasland started up in 2011 at the invitation of Eastwood Park community committee, who supply outdoor pitches and pavilion facilities for a small fee.
Hasland’s over 50’s Walking Football Club are seeking new members to join them.
"Membership has dropped slightly of late due to retirees and people with long term illness. Sadly, one of our members Graham “Fuzz” Fairs was diagnosed with terminal cancer and passed away in April. He vowed he would carry on playing his walking football for 52 more weeks. He achieved 53 before he died,” says Keith proudly.
“Walking football has always been predominantly played by men over 50 but ladies and younger disabled persons are more than welcome,” says Keith.
Sessions start at 10am every Thursday following a fifteen-minute warm-up, with the first session free and then just £2 per week.
“We are a friendly bunch of around 20 and there is free tea, coffee biscuits and cakes plus banter after every session and we would love to meet you,” smiles Keith.
If you wish to try out walking football call: 07891 485797 or just turn up on the day.
Thursdays 9:30am to 11am
Eastwood Park, Hasland Chesterfield S41 0BD
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