Casual AFL Footy Kickaround - Amsterdam

Beatrixpark (west lawn area) | Saturday 11:00 AM | 60 minutes

What’s this about?

Just a casual AFL/Aussie Rules football kickaround for guys who want to practice their kicking, get some fresh air, and maybe meet some decent local humans while doing it.

I’m organising this because I want to improve my (frankly terrible) kicking during the off-season, and figured it’d be more fun with other people than standing in a park by myself. No coaching, no drills, no pressure - just kicking a footy around. I am trying to follow Josh Growden's (Kicking Consultant) kicking drills - we can give those a try but I won't play a coach! :D

Who’s this for?

• Dudes who want to practice footy skills in an inclusive, super casual and friendly setting

• People looking for casual exercise that isn’t gym or running

• Anyone who finds big organised clubs a bit much

• Introverts welcome - the football does half the socialising for you

• All skill levels (including “The fuck is this thing? I’ve never kicked one before.”)

• Ages roughly 10+ (younger kids welcome with a parent) - the idea is to foster inter-generational connection, from a teen who's fed up with TikTok to an 80 year old guy who wants an escape from the stuck up tennis club vibe or annoying missus, and everyone inbetween!

If you’re looking for structured training or competitive play, this isn’t it. If you want to kick a ball around with some friendly people and maybe have a chat, you’re in the right place.

What to expect (see FAQs for further details)

Bring:

• Yourself

• A footy if you have one (I’ll bring one regardless)

• Water/drinks (sharing is caring, alcohol-free)

• Weather-appropriate gear

The vibe:

• Show up when you can (11ish), leave when you need to (I'm aiming for an hour)

• No attendance requirements or commitment

• Mix of kicking practice, handball, maybe some mark practice (maybe)

• Chat while we kick around - or don’t, that’s fine too

• Open-minded, unpretentious, friendly atmosphere

If you’re good at kicking: Your wisdom is welcome! Feel free to share tips or techniques if people are interested. No coaching obligations, just mates helping mates.

Language:

We’ll be chatting in English.

More practical stuff

Location:

Beatrixpark - the large open lawn on the west side of the park (near the Beethovenstraat entrance). Look for people (or just me) with a red oval footy!

Weather:

We’ll go ahead unless it’s raining. Check here for any last-minute cancellations (up to 1h before event!).

First timer?

Me too, as the organizer. This is a trial run to see if there’s interest. If it works, we’ll make it a regular fortnightly thing.