Be active through sport

Last updated:
20 Jan 2021

Be active and connect to your local community through sport.

Sometimes it's difficult to know if you're going to enjoy a new sport or activity especially if you're returning to exercise after a break. You might not have played team sports since your school days. Associations run the competitions and will assist you find a club near you. Sporting clubs welcome new members throughout the year and host 'come and try' events, season registration days and may offer free introductory sessions.

Locally based associations in the region.

AFL Qld Sunshine Coast Juniors

QFA Wide Bay Sunshine Coast Region

Rugby League Sunshine Coast

Sunshine Coast Cricket Association

Sunshine Coast Churches Soccer Association

Sunshine Coast Football

Sunshine Coast Hockey Association

What to try traditional sports but with a twist?

For people who want to remain active, at a more moderate or gentle pace, yet still want to enjoy the social and competitive environment, check out these affordable indoor options run by local clubs.

Walking Netball is a gentle version of the game; it is netball but at a walking pace. The game has been designed so anyone can play, regardless of age, gender, ability or fitness level. It's affordable weekly fun for men and women. To find out more visit Walking Netball Queensland or contact a local club near you.

Caloundra
Day: Wednesdays
Time: Mornings 10.00am
Regular Cost: $12.00 per game - come & try first game free
Location: Caloundra Indoor Stadium, North Street, Golden Beach
Contact the organiser before attending: phone Sally Nixon on 0419 540 202 or snix4551@gmail.com

Maroochydore
Day: Tuesdays
Time: Evenings 6.30pm
Location: Maroochydore Multisport Complex, Fishermans Road, Maroochydore
Booking Enquiries: Phone 07 3426 9524 or email walkingnetball@netballq.org.au

Nambour (Woombye)
Day: Saturdays
Time: Mornings 8.00am
Location: Victory Park, Laidley Street, Woombye
Booking Enquiries: Phone 07 3426 9524 or email walkingnetball@netballq.org.au

Walking Football

Walking Football is low-impact, team based exercise specifically non-contact with players and always having one foot on the ground. There are defined Walking Football Rules and Formats and matches are played with modified formats so everyone can enjoy playing. The game focusses on passing rather than speed and running and is played on smaller pitches with shortened game times.

Run by Baringa Football Club, this affordable sport aims to promote health, wellbeing and the social benefits of regular football especially for older people.

Baringa (Caloundra West)

Day: Wednesdays
Time: Evenings 5.00pm
Regular cost: $5.00 per week - pay as you go
Come & Try first game free with $15 annual registration fee
Location: Baringa Football Club/ Baringa Sports Complex
Address: 30 Baringa Drive, Caloundra West
Enquiries: Contact secretary@baringafc.co.au

For more information visit the walking football page Sunshine Coast Football
You can register to play at Play Football