Training equipment for football clubs

What is training equipment for a football club?

Training equipment includes the gear used outside of matches, during sessions: goals, hurdles, bibs, cones, markers, hoops, and safety nets. These are the tools that allow a coach to set up an exercise, define a playing area, or differentiate between two teams during a training match. This page brings together all these items, from small marking accessories to complete goals.

Football goal: which model to choose based on use

The choice of a football goal largely depends on the available space and the type of session planned. For a full training or a small-sided match, a standard-sized goal like the Avento or Get & Go® models is suitable for regular outdoor use. For finishing exercises, shooting drills, or smaller spaces, portable mini goals and foldable mini nets are quick to set up and store, making them easy to transport from one pitch to another. The SKLZ Trainer Solo is aimed at more individual use, allowing players to practice precision on their own or with one other person. Accessories such as fixing ears or ground anchoring kits help stabilize a goal during the session.

Bibs, hurdles, and accessories to structure training sessions

Training bibs are used to quickly distinguish two groups during an exercise or match. The catalog offers reversible bibs, which are handy for changing team colors without needing extra gear, as well as children's sizes from Errea and Proact for youth categories. The brands PowerShot, Uhlsport, Hummel, and Softee are featured in this selection, with models to choose from based on the number of players to equip. For coordination and footwork training, adjustable hurdles at various heights and foldable agility hurdles allow exercises to be adapted to the group's skill level, from younger to more experienced players.

Cones, markers, and hoops: the marking equipment

Cones, markers, and hoops are used to define areas, paths, or checkpoints during an exercise. A coloured marker kit with a stand allows for quick setup of a course or playing area, while training cones from Kuebler Sport or marking discs from Sporti are suitable for running and change-of-direction drills. Pitchmarker implants offer a fixed alternative for marking durable references on a training pitch. Finally, the safety net is designed to secure the edges of a pitch or limit ball exits during shooting practice.

When to take advantage of the best prices on training equipment?

Prices for training equipment change according to key sales periods on the site. The best times to watch for deals are, in order: Black Friday, the holiday season, the winter sales, then the spring French Days and summer sales. Outside of these periods, the Deals page and the Clearance page help spot discounted items year-round. If you want to equip your club quickly, the Shipped in 24h page includes items available for fast delivery, and the New arrivals page showcases the latest items added to the catalog. The Special offers page completes these sections with occasional promotions.

Other pages in the Club Space to check out

The training equipment is part of the Club Space, which includes several useful pages for equipping a team:

• The Packs, for finding sets of equipment designed to outfit a group all at once.
• The Care, for medical and first aid supplies to have pitchside.
• The Pitch Equipment, for everything related to pitch setup itself.
• The selection Uhlsport, a brand known for bibs and training accessories.
• The selection Macron, a brand for technical clothing for clubs.
• The selection Select, focused on playing equipment.
• The selection Erima, another brand available to equip a team.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size goal should be chosen for a small-sided training session?

For a small-sided training session, a foldable mini goal or a portable mini cage is more than sufficient and easy to transport between pitches. This format is suitable for finishing drills and small matches with four to six players. Standard-sized goals are reserved for full training sessions or training matches.

How many bibs should be provided for a training group?

The number of bibs depends on the number of players present at the session, but it's common to have a reversible set that allows for creating two teams of different colors with just one lot. Reversible models avoid the need to store twice as much gear. This logic applies to both adult and children's bibs.

Does marking equipment like markers wear out quickly?

Markers, cones, and hoops are designed for repeated outdoor use and typically withstand regular training. Their lifespan mainly depends on the frequency of use and storage between sessions. Kits with stands facilitate their storage and limit degradation.

Can a safety net be installed on any pitch?

A safety net can be adapted to most training pitches, provided there is a sturdy fixing point on each side. It is mainly used to limit ball exits near a shooting area or access to the pitch. The choice of size depends on the area to be covered.

Where can I find the cheapest training equipment at Foot-Store?

The Deals and Clearance pages hold discounted items across the entire catalog, including training equipment. During major sales periods like Black Friday or the sales, these sections are particularly worth watching.