Back Thursday 26 November 2026!
Free Football Lessons
Our free football lessons are for women and non-binary folk aged 18+ who want to learn football in a welcoming, low-pressure environment.
Whether you’ve never kicked a ball before, you’re getting back into the game, or you just want to build your confidence and skills, come as you are and learn at your own pace.
Thursdays from 26 Nov 2026 - 11 Feb 2027
(except 24 Dec & 31 Dec)
6:30pm - 8:00PM
arrive at 6:20pm, we begin at exactly 6:30pm
📍Wellington, Aotearoa New Zealand
When you arrive for your first session, you'll be greeted by our lovely Women's Football Centre team, and we'll ask you to sign in using a QR.
Once you sign in you'll gain access to our documents that explain how football works in the greater Wellington region and some other football-related information.
Please note: Our first session on Thursday 26 November will have one level/stream only, and there won’t be a dedicated goalkeeper lesson. However for those interested in goalkeeping, we’ll ask you to come and see us towards the end of the session. 💙
Wat happens when you turn up?
Not sure where to go when you arrive?
Go to the blue outlined "Free Football Lessons" area
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Warm Up
We do a group warm up, following proper FIFA 11 Warm Up guides.
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Skills & Drills
The coach will teach you some fun and easy skills to try out and practice.
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Choose Your Level
Choose which level you're ready to jump into and split off into small groups.
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Small-Sided Games
Play small sided games with your peers, led and supported by the coach.
3
Introductions & Stretch
Introduce yourself to a small group, and share a highlight of the week whilst stretching.
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Sharing & Reflection
Share something you learnt or are stoked about from the session.
Goalkeeper Training
Goalkeeper-specific training will occur during the Small-Sided Games
1. WARM UP
We begin each session as a group following FIFA 11 warm ups led and demonstrated by our coaches.
These are simple movements to get your body ready and your brain switched on, including skipping, dynamic stretching and a little bit of running.
Why is warming up so important?
2. CHOOSE YOUR LEVEL
Pick what level feels right for you that day.
Every week (except the first week of the season) we will have 1-3 group levels to choose from at the start of the session.
There will always be a group ready for those have never played before or want to brush up on the absolute basics.
There are new drills and skills to learn every week! So keep coming back!
3. INTRODUCTIONS & STRETCH
We will split off into smaller groups and introduce ourselves.
Everyone shares their name, and optionally pronouns and a highlight of their week in a small group.
It’s a low-pressure way to ease in, and a great way to get to know each other.
This is part of how we build connection and community. It’s a no-pressure space. You can say as much or as little as you want. Even just saying your name is more than enough.
4. SKILLS & DRILLS
In your group, coaches lead you through skills tailored to your level.
Everything is broken down step-by-step with no pressure to ‘get it right’. We change up the skills each session, so there’s always something new to try.
5. SMALL-SIDED GAMES or
GOALKEEPER TRAINING
We finish with some fun game play in a chill, supportive and inclusive environment.
If you don't know the rules, that's no worries. All you need to do is kick the ball towards your goal, and the coaches will guide you during the game.
If you're not ready to join in, just let the coach of your group know, and just cheer on your fellow footballers!
Goalkeeper Training
We also provide Goalkeeper-specific Training for anyone interested in learning how to be a keeper or wants to develop their keeper skills. This is introductory training that covers the basics in how to be a goalkeeper.
6. SHARING & REFLECTION
We wrap up as small groups again. Everyone shares something they learned, enjoyed, or are proud of. It’s short, sweet, and meaningful.
We wrap up together in a circle. Everyone is invited to share one thing they learned, enjoyed, or feel proud of. You can say as little or as much as you want, and it's totally fine if you repeat something already said! Even saying you had fun or you enjoyed being outside with other wāhine is more than enough!
We find this a great way to positively close out and connect as a group.
HAVE QUESTIONS/PĀTAI?
Extra Time with Coaches
After the session finishes, the coaches will hang around for another half hour to answer any questions you might have including:
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providing information on women's football playing opportunities
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guidance or extra help with kicking, dribbling techniques or other skills
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answer absolutely anything you want to ask about football