Welcome to Watford Goalball Club:
We are an inclusive club and encourage everyone to try goalball. Players need to be able to move independently on court, but please contact us if you would like to discuss access or support before attending.
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What is Goalball?
Goalball is a team sport open to both male and female players. It was originally developed in 1946 to help to rehabilitate servicemen and women who had become visually impaired in the Second World War. More recently, it has developed into a highly popular sport played in many countries and in international competitions including the Paralympic Games.
Because people without visual impairment also play Goalball, all participants wear eyeshades so that all compete on an equal footing.
Players are guided by physical markers on the court and bells in the ball … making effective communication a very important element of the game, as it is in the business environment.
Goalball is very safe and great fun, and always gets highly competitive!
Give Goalball a Go in Watford
We invite you to experience the Paralympic sport of goalball in Watford. Our warm, welcoming and community-focused club is suitable for people looking to meet others, stay active or develop their skills for competition. Our growing team welcomes new participants and offers a supportive community both on and off the court. Come along and discover what goalball has to offer.
Who can play?
Main club sessions are for players aged 14 and over.
Youth sessions are available for players under 15.
Everyone wears eyeshades, so sighted and visually impaired players take part together.
Parents, friends and siblings are welcome to stay and join in too.
Players need to be able to move independently on court. Please contact us before attending if you would like to discuss access or support needs.
When?
We usually train twice each month. Please use the links below to view the latest training dates.
Venue:
Watford Leisure Centre Central, Peace Prospect, Watford, WD17 3HA.
Nearest stations:
Watford Junction mainline station.
Watford Underground Station on the Metropolitan line.
Cost:
£5 per session.
What to bring?
Indoor trainers.
Running leggings or tracksuit bottoms.
A long-sleeved top.
A water bottle.
We provide eyeshades and protective padding for new players.