Walking football is provided by Ayr United Football Academy for men and women aged over 50 who want to keep active, be competitive and have a ‘kick of the ball’ without worrying about strains and is also a great way to meet new people at our sessions in Ayr, Prestwick and Troon.

The rules of walking football are simple: players will concede a free-kick if they break into a run. Slide tackling and kicking the ball above head height are also forbidden. These rules prevent players from picking up an injury while the exercise walking football provides allows players to stay healthy and acts as an alternative to the gym.

By playing 1 hour a week for 3 months, it enables players to cover 30 miles and burns 4,200 calories.

All games are organised and refereed by coaches from AUFA although rules are relaxed and there is plenty of good-natured banter among players and the coaches will make the games as fair and fun as possible for all in attendance.