How do I learn to play?
If you want to learn to play
freestyle, you should do the following (we know all are not possible, but do your best!):
- read the freestyle section of the FAQ;
- study the on-line move list;
- get a footbag designed for freestyle (see the footbag guide);
- buy a copy of Tricks of
the Trade, an instructional videotape available from the
WFA;
- get a pair of Rod Laver tennis shoes (perfectly suited to this sport -- most good players wear them);
- find the club nearest you and see if there are any
advanced freestylers who can teach you;
- go to as many events as you can;
- join the Footbag Forum to talk to other players (start in the "Newbie" section); and
- skool hard!
If you want to learn to play net, here are some ideas:
- get a footbag designed for net (see the footbag net section);
- use a good pair of running or cross-training shoes (but be sure they have flat insides, i.e., no gap or gnobbies in the "sweet spot")
- find the club nearest you and see if they have
a regular pick-up net game;
- get a footbag net set designed by footbag players for footbag players;
- go to as many events as you can;
- join the Footbag Forum;
- drill those basic kicks, preferably with a friend; and finally,
- convince us to write the footbag net training guide!
Entry last updated by Steve Goldberg on 6-Feb-2005.