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Netball Wellington Centre

Low Impact (Fast Walking) Netball

 It's never too late to try something new!

This adapted version of netball was introduced in England and is aimed at ladies and gents aged 18+ who love netball yet may like to try a quick-paced yet not-so-hard-on-the-joints version of the game.  Perhaps you're recovering from injury, just had a baby, last played at primary school or college and want to ease back in, wish to learn to play for the first time, would like to stay active in a high-tempo yet low-impact way, get a bit fitter, remain mobile or just come along to meet new friends and have a laugh. Whatever your "why", we're happy to fill your need!

In this modified game timing, ball-placement, pass selection and space is crucial.  You'll be forced to rethink tactics given you can't just simply out-run or out-jump your opponent.  Great dodges and thoughtful positioning become your go-to tools instead.  Don't let the name fool you... you'll soon work up a sweat!

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Rules are:

  • Participants must be over 18 years of age
  • No running or jumping - one foot must be on the ground at all times
  • Player can hold the ball for up to 4 seconds
  • When in competitive-mode, maximum of three males on courts at any one time - one in the defence circle area, one in the mid-court area and one in the shooting circle area.  Otherwise all-play, any position available.
  • All other standard netball rules apply

No uniforms necessary & bibs are supplied. 
Teams are compiled on the night so just turn up!
Short games/quarters of no more than 10 minutes with rolling subs allowed as required.
Flexibility vital as depending on numbers on the night means there may be more playing periods for shorter time.
​​​​​​​All genders, all ability and disability most welcome.
Come and try as a wee taster - with any luck you'll get hooked! 

When: Monday nights during Terms 1 & 4, Friday nights during Terms 2 & 3 (due to court availability)  
Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Where: Ākau Tangi Sports Centre, 72 Kemp Street, Kilbirnie

2024 dates & times below...

Term 1
Monday 15 January 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Not held Monday 22 January (Wellington Anniversary observed)
Monday 29 January 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Monday 5 February 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Monday 12 February 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Monday 19 February 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Monday 26 February 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Monday 4 March 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Monday 11 March 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Monday 18 March 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Monday 25 March 7pm to 8pm
Not held ​​​​​​​Monday 1 April (Easter)
Monday 8 April 6pm to 7pm

Mid-Term Break - not held 15, 22 or 29 April

Term 2
Friday 3 May 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Friday 10 May 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Friday 17 May 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Friday 24 May 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Not held Friday 31 May (Monarch's Birthday Weekend)
Friday 7 June 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Friday 14 June 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Friday 21 June 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Not held Friday 28 June (Matariki observed)
Friday 5 July 6.00pm to 7.00pm

Mid-Term Break - not held 12 July or 19 July

Term 3
Friday 26 July 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Friday 2 August 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Friday 9 August 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Friday 16 August 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Friday 23 August 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Friday 30 August 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Not held Friday 6 September
Friday 13 September 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Not held Friday 20 September
Friday 27 September 6.00pm to 7.00pm

Mid-Term Break - not held 4 October, 7 October or 11 October

Term 4
Monday 14 October 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Monday 21 October 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Not held Monday 28 October (Labour Day observed)
Monday 4 November 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Monday 11 November 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Monday 18 November 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Monday 25 November 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Monday 2 December 6.30pm to 7.30pm

2025 dates to come... 

Cost: $5 per person paid in cash on the night.  Exact change much appreciated.

How to register
To register please email John at [email protected].
Please also click "Interested" in the event on our Netball Wellington Centre Facebook page found @netballwellingtoncentre and don't forget to show up on the day!

Individuals and groups most welcome!  Teams made up on the day.

For more info...
Check out the videos down the right hand side to see what all the fuss is about!