Your Football Days Aren't Over
For a lot of men, football was always the thread that held things together. Sunday mornings. Five-a-side after work. The banter, the fitness, the feeling of being part of something. But somewhere along the way, it stopped. Life got in the way. The knees got older. The group disbanded.
And then one day you realise you miss it. Not just the game — but everything that came with it.
This page has all the information you need about the new Potters Bar group — what it is, how it works, and what it costs. There's also an FAQ section at the bottom. When you're ready, hit the WhatsApp button below to reserve your place and get registered.
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Message Me on WhatsApp"Across all our venues, members tell us it's improved their fitness, their mental health, and their social lives all at once. Some say it's the highlight of their week. A few have told us it's changed their lives."
Men who thought their football days were behind them
Don't just take our word for it
"Unlimited play is incredible value! I'm playing 3–4 times a week and loving every minute. Great way to stay fit."— Dean, 55
"As someone diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2020, I have used football as my primary source of exercise. I do not hide behind Parkinson's — I think playing football at full speed has helped me to maintain my physicality and mental health. The club is a welcoming place and I am very happy to be part of the teams! If you think you can't play, you won't, so my advice is be positive and get playing."— Andy, 60
"The guys are brilliant. No egos, just pure enjoyment. I can always find a game — couldn't recommend it more."— Russell, 53
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about joining
Sessions run every Wednesday at 8:00pm, starting 6th May 2026. Register now and we'll be in touch with everything you need to know beforehand.
The £10 registration secures your place in the Potters Bar launch group. No monthly charge until sessions begin.
We use an app called Spond for session bookings. Once you're registered we'll add you to the Potters Bar group — you'll get an invite for each session and just confirm whether you're attending. Simple as that.
If for any reason we don't go ahead with Potters Bar, we'll give you your £10 back in full. No questions asked.
No — you'll be playing normal football games. You move at your own pace whether that be running, walking or jogging.
No — many players hadn't played football for years before joining. The sessions are mixed ability and the focus is on enjoying the game, not fitness levels.
Mixed ability — players of all standards are welcome. The focus is firmly on enjoying the game rather than results.
£25 per month from May. That gives you unlimited play at all our venues — not just Potters Bar. Cancel anytime.
After registering you'll receive full details on WhatsApp. Just bring suitable football footwear and come along — everyone is welcoming to new players. No one turns up to their first session not knowing what to do.
Sessions are for men aged 50 and over. If you're 48 or 49, you're close enough — come and join us.
Acceptable: Moulded studs · Plastic studs or screw-in studs of less than 15mm · Astro turf trainers
Not permitted: Dimpled shoes such as specialist hockey shoes · Blades or boots with metal or metal-tipped studs · Flat soled shoes such as trainers
We play on floodlit 3G all-weather pitches so sessions go ahead rain or shine. Only severe weather would ever cause a cancellation and you'd be notified via WhatsApp.
We're Not
Finished Yet.
50 is not the end of anything. It's just a different kind of beginning.
Message Me on WhatsApp I'll get back to you, reserve your place and sort out registration.