What is Futsal?

. Originated in South America in the '30s

. It's the only form of small-sided football recognised by FIFA and UEFA

. It's played on a small pitch with a hard surface

. It uses a smaller ball with 30% less bounce

. Futsal encourages close controland greater skill levels than traditional 5-a-side

.Robinho, like many other footballing greats, learnt his skills through Futsal

. The only five-a-side game where you can represent England at International level plus there is a Futsal World Cup and European Championships.

The Brazilian Kickers Academy currenty run Futsal session at Aylesford School, Towers School, Spires Academy, Westlands School and Thurrock Tigers F.C.