Edinburgh’s football scene invites enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels. Key facilities like World of Football and Powerleague Edinburgh provide pitches for 5-a-side and 7-a-side games, along with casual play options, leagues, and youth competitions.
Community-focused initiatives, such as AR26 Charity Football Sessions, the Edinburgh City FC Community Initiatives, and the Helping Hands program, promote inclusivity and skill development while addressing social barriers. Fun activities like Bubble Soccer Scotland and Foot Golf add unique twists to traditional sports, while local clubs like Hutchison Vale, Lochend Football Academy and Bonnyrigg Rose FC offer competitive and recreational opportunities for players.
World of Football
With two locations in Edinburgh, World of Football features state-of-the-art indoor and outdoor pitches suitable for 5-a-side and 7-a-side games.
They host various leagues, tournaments and casual play opportunities for all ages and skill levels, including women’s leagues and youth competitions, while in addition to traditional matches, they also offers unique experiences such as bubble football.
Powerleague Edinburgh
Specialising in five-a-side football, Powerleague Edinburgh have all-weather pitches equipped with 3G astroturf, ensuring excellent playing conditions year-round.
From their two city locations, they provide opportunities for players of all ages, including adult leagues, kids’ holiday camps and bubble football.
Community Charity Football
Edinburgh hosts many community and charity-based footballing initiatives, making sure that everyone gets equal opportunity around the city – here are just a few:
Founded by Scotland and Liverpool footballer Andy Robertson, AR26 Charity Football Sessions provide free sessions at Wester Hailes High School on Fridays. Open to all ages, these sessions promote inclusivity and provide a platform for young footballers to develop their skills. Edinburgh City FC Community Initiatives runs various community programs, including youth development and outreach initiatives that aim to engage young people in football and promote health and wellbeing.
Running during the summer holidays, and with several sites across Edinburgh, Helping Hands Free Community Football provide free coaching to children aged 8 to16 years old. Supported by UEFA-qualified coaches and former professional players, the initiative focuses on breaking down social and economic barriers, culminating in a Festival of Football where kids from different neighbourhoods come together to celebrate their skills
The Spartans Community Foundation is a charity and social enterprise based in North Edinburgh, dedicated to improving the lives of local residents, especially children and families. Utilising the power of sport and community engagement to create meaningful social impact, their mission encompasses delivering youth work, educational support, and health and wellbeing initiatives, aiming to foster resilience and self-esteem among participants.
Fun football activities
Offering a unique and entertaining twist on traditional football, at Bubble Soccer Scotland participants play in inflatable zorb suits. Choose from a one-hour game to multi-activity sessions.
For a different way to play golf, there’s Foot Golf. Similar to golf, the aim of the game is to get your football in the hole with as few kicks as possible, using just your feet.
Football community clubs
Edinburgh is home to a thriving bunch of community football clubs. Why not pop along to see them at their next home match.
Hutchison Vale Community Sports Club was founded in 1940. With a strong emphasis on community and family values, the club is dedicated to providing enjoyable sporting experiences for children and youth. Lochend Football Academy actively promotes inclusivity by offering various programs, including recreational groups and a dedicated Girls Academy.
In Midlothian, Rosewell based Whitehill Welfare FC were established in 1965, and have achieved significant success, including multiple titles in the East of Scotland Football League and Scottish Qualifying Cup. While Bonnyrigg Rose FC competes in the Scottish League Two and boasts a dedicated youth academy that provides training and competitive opportunities for young players.
For information on more local football clubs go to East of Scotland Football Association & League.
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