#footsal

For those people, there’s a system that allows you to join futsal games solo!

In many places, beginners and experienced players are separated into different matches, which is a great point—it allows both groups to play comfortably without any pressure.

I joined as a complete beginner, and it was absolutely amazing. The ball didn’t stick to my feet as much as I’d hoped, and I hilariously missed some critical shots in front of the goal, like something out of a comic. But even so, I was excited the entire time.

During the game, you run a lot. But it’s so much fun! I couldn’t help but wonder, “Is it even okay for something to be this enjoyable?” It was genuinely that good. Even during breaks, I was so tired yet itching to get back on the field and move again.

A single futsal match, played in two 20-minute halves, is said to burn approximately 500–700 calories. Over the course of an hour, depending on your weight and intensity level, futsal can burn between 400–600 calories.

While it’s not the easiest sport to casually get into, I found it to be an incredibly rewarding activity overall.