Goalball UK Taster Sessions
If you’re new to goalball and wish to experience the game firsthand, our Taster Sessions are the perfect starting point.
Led by experienced coaches, these sessions offer an interactive and supportive environment for you to learn the basics, hone your skills, and get a taste of what makes goalball such a fun and accessible sport.
Check out the upcoming taster sessions listed below!
Sheffield Strikers Goalball Club are looking for more players to join their team.
So, if you are aged 14 or over, come along to their free taster sessions to have some fun and learn all about this exciting Paralympic sport for blind and partially sighted people.
Dates:
Sunday 14th December
Sunday 18th January
Time:
11am to 1pm
Venue:
Concord Sports Centre, Shiregreen Lane, Sheffield, S5 6AE
For more information:
Contact Kathryn Fielding
Tel. 07795 263642
Email Kathryn.Fielding@goalballuk.com
West Wales Vipers Academy Aspire Day
West Wales Vipers Goalball Club, in partnership with Goalball UK are holding a free Academy Aspire Day as part of our Goalball Academy programme for young blind or partially sighted people aged 11-18 years old. This day is perfect for people who would like to play goalball for the first time, or for people who would like to learn more about explore opportunities to progress within our Performance Pathway.
But for all, come along to have some fun and learn all about this exciting Paralympic sport!
Date: Saturday 17th January
Time: 11am-4:00pm
Venue: Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Bro Myrddin, Croesyceiliog, Carmarthen SA32 8DN
For more information and to confirm your place please complete our Goalball Academy self-nomination form.
If you would like to find out any further information about the day, please contact Alex Cockerham
Tel. 07975 893 924
Email alex.cockerham@goalballuk.com
Give Goalball a Go at Our First Taster Session – Saturday 7th of February 2026
Are you in Surrey (or the surrounding area) and looking for a new hobby? Perhaps goalball is for you!
Surrey Goalball Club (SGC) is happy to announce we will be holding our first Taster Session on Saturday 7th of February 2026. This session, where you’ll get to try out this great sport, will be perfect for anyone looking to get into playing at SGC.
Any experience level is welcome, so it doesn’t matter whether you’re a pro or just starting out. Anyone is welcome!
The session will consist of various activities to get you used to throwing and defending, followed by some games to put it into practice and get the full feel of it. We’ll share more details about this closer to the time. You can read about how goalball works on our What Is Goalball page.
Session Details:
Date: Saturday 7th of February 2026
Time: Arrive by 09:45 for a 10:00 start, finishing at 12:00
Location: Woking High School, Morton Road, Horsell, Woking, GU21 4TJ
What to Bring?
• A water bottle
• Eyeshades and pads if you own your own (we have spares if you don’t)
• A small snack if you want one
• Suitable clothing for physical activity – e.g. tracksuit bottoms or leggings, t-shirt, and non-marking trainers
• Any medication you need
It’s completely free to attend. So why not come along and give goalball a go? To sign up, fill out this form or send us an email.
