Korfball is the exciting mixed team sport that is increasing in popularity throughout the world.
The word 'Korf' is simply Dutch for 'basket' and quite sensibly was not translated to English to avoid confusion with the American basketball.

Promoted by the International Korfball Federation, the sport has spread it's roots throughout the globe and is increasing in popularity in many countries worldwide.

Described by London's Evening Standard as 'the sport for the new millennium' Korfball is an exciting and accessible sport for both young and old presenting unique sponsorship opportunities to businesses looking for a new approach.

How is it played

There are 8 players in a Korfball team, 4 men and 4 women. The 40m x 20m court is split into 2 halves and to start the game the team is split into 2 groups of 4 (2 male and 2 female) in each end of the court. One of the 2 groups of 4 sets out in the teams attack zone whilst the other in the defence zone, matched against the attack and defence of the opposing team. The groups switch ends and roles after 2 goals are scored require players to have both attacking and defending skills.

Korfball courts are available for booking from 0820 every morning, with the last booking being taken at 2140.

*Plus 60p entrance fee for Pay and Play customers

For detailed information on Korfball contact Philip Buttinger on (01603) 592110.

Term and Conditions

1) No open topped drinks are allowed in the Barclays Arena. Please use closed containers.
2) Wear correct sports clothing – no jeans.
3) Do not wear marking shoes or high heels on the Arena floor.
4) Do not chew gum.
5) Please use lockers provided in changing rooms.
6) Use the changing rooms to change and not the Arena or stores.
7) Do not consume food in the Arena.
8) Don’t leave children unattended.
9) Be courteous to other users and wait outside for your activity to begin.
10) Make sure that jumpers/t-shirts are kept on at all times.
11) Setting up and taking down of equipment is included in the booking time of 40 minutes.
12) The Sportspark reserves the right to terminate your activity if you do not comply with the above rules.