Walking Football for Women Over 40

Walking football is becoming increasingly popular with women over 40 looking for a fun, social and supportive way to stay active. At Luton Town WFC Ladies, we provide welcoming walking football sessions, designed for women of all fitness levels and experience and abilities. Whether you are completely new to football or returning after many years, our club offers a safe and enjoyable environment where everyone can participate.

What If I'm Under 40?

Well, provided you are an adult female, then you are welcome to our women's walking football training and play sessions. The only stipulation is that because the game was created for older adults, many with mobility or medical issues, we have a 'duty of care' to ensure that younger, stronger, fitter players are not putting these older members at risk. So you are more than welcome - but honestly, if you can still run, jump, tackle and shoot, you'll be better off sticking to standard football while you can.

Fitness Benefits of Walking Football

Walking football is a fantastic way for women over 40 to improve overall health and wellbeing. It provides an exciting alternative to solo gym sessions and exercise classes. This slower, no-contact version of the game is ideal for those returning to team sport and those who were never considered good enough or lacked the confidence.

Just a Few of The Benefits:

Improved cardiovascular fitness
Better mobility
Improved balance
Weight management supporting a calorie controlled diet
Impact of steps help promote good bone strength
Aid to good mental health

Because running is not allowed, walking football is easier on the joints while still providing an excellent, fun and rewarding workout.

The Social Side of Walking Football

One of the biggest benefits of women’s walking football (and to be honest most team sports) is the sense of community. Interaction with others helps improve social isolation while on the field decision making during play provides cognitive stimulation, an important facet in preventing dementia. At Luton Town Walking Football Club Ladies, we also offer 'off the field' activities to maintain this community and social engagement.

Many women join looking for:

Friendship
Social connections
Confidence
New experience
Group activities
Improved health

Beginner Friendly Sessions

You do not need to be a footballer to join. The range of footballing experience and abilities at Luton Town WFC Ladies is varied, from retired competitive players returning, because the slower nature of walking football provides an extended playing opportunity, to those that played casually and others that have never played any form of football before.

Our walking football club welcomes:

Complete beginners
Women returning to sport
Women looking to improve their fitness
Women looking for new team sport experiences
Women looking for a new physical activity

Sessions are supportive, relaxed and focused on enjoyment.

Mental Wellbeing and Confidence

Regular physical activity within a group can have a positive impact on mental health and emotional wellbeing. When exercising your body produces hormones which help lift your mood and can provide a sense of accomplishment.

Walking Football Can Help:

Reduce stress
Improve mood
Build confidence
Combat loneliness
Encourage social engagement

The combination of exercise, teamwork and laughter creates a positive and uplifting environment.

Why Join Luton Town WFC Ladies?

We are proud to offer one of the most welcoming women’s walking football communities in Luton, Bedfordshire which focuses on:

Inclusivity
Fitness
Fun
Friendship
Support
Wellbeing

Luton Town WFC Ladies welcomes women over 40 from across Luton, Bedfordshire or surrounding areas, we would love to welcome you. So Contact Luton Town WFC Ladies today, to learn more about our womens walking football sessions and how to get involved.

*Data drawn from: Census 2021, ONS, Luton JSNA, OHID and Diabetes UK