Saturday 21 November 2026 · Taunton
Mini Footy Discovery Day
A relaxed way for your child to try Mini Footy. Four short sessions, one for each age group, at SCAT Sports Hall, University Centre Somerset. Meet our coaches, join in at your own pace and see what our classes are all about.
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What is Discovery Day?
Discovery Day is a chance for your child to try Mini Footy in a friendly, relaxed setting. There are four 30-minute sessions on the day, each one planned for a different age group and led by our coaches.
Every session is built around imaginative, age-appropriate games. Football is the activity; confidence, listening, teamwork and new friendships are what children take home.
Some children dive straight in, others like to watch for a while first. Both are completely fine.
- 30 minutes, just right for little legs and attention spans
- Friendly coaches who help every child settle
- Parents join in with the two younger groups and watch the two older groups
- Special offers available on the day
Please arrive about 10 minutes before your session so we can check you in before the start.
Book a place
Choose the session for your child’s age. Each session has 18 places.
Astro Tots
12:00 to 12:30
18 months to 2½ years
Parents join in
A first adventure together, with you close by.
Cosmic Kickers
12:40 to 13:10
2½ to 3½ years
Parents join in
Playful activities, little discoveries and growing confidence.
Shooting Stars
13:20 to 13:50
3½ to 5 years
Parents watch
Imagination, movement and learning to play together.
Supernovas
14:00 to 14:30
5 to 8 years
Parents watch
New challenges, teamwork and plenty of football fun.
£5 deposit per child. Special offers available on the day.
How booking works
- Tap the button for your child’s session.
- Sign in to Book That In, or create an account, and add your child’s details.
- Pay the £5 deposit by card.
- You’ll get a confirmation email with your session details.
Booking more than one child? Each child needs their own place, in the session for their age.
Any questions before you book? Email kickoff@minifooty.co.uk or call 03301 336436.
What to wear
Comfy clothes your child can run around in, and trainers suitable for an indoor sports hall. No football boots, please.
Getting there and parking
SCAT Sports Hall, University Centre Somerset, Wellington Road, Taunton TA1 5AX
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Parking is on site at the college. The college currently charges £1 per day. You can pay at the machines in the Heron Drive car park (cash, card or contactless) or with the RingGo app, location code 24708.
There’s a 30-minute free drop-off and collection allowance. Cameras record when cars arrive and leave, and with check-in and a 30-minute session most visits will take longer than that, so please pay for parking if you’re staying.
Toilets are inside the sports hall building. Our venue page has maps showing the right car park and the way to the sports hall entrance.
How your £5 deposit works
Each child’s place has a £5 deposit. It helps us keep places for families who are coming.
- If your child comes to their session and you decide not to join Mini Footy, we’ll refund the £5 deposit within 14 days.
- If your child joins Mini Footy as a member, we’ll take the £5 off your first month’s class fees.
- If you let us know at least 48 hours before your child’s session, the £5 isn’t refunded, but you’re welcome to use it towards a taster session instead.
- If you cancel less than 48 hours before the session, or your child doesn’t come, the £5 deposit isn’t refunded.
If you can’t come, please let us know as soon as you can by emailing kickoff@minifooty.co.uk, so another family can have the place.
Full terms: Terms and Conditions, section 10 (Discovery Days).
Questions parents ask
Who is Discovery Day for?
Children aged 18 months to 8 years who’d like to try Mini Footy, whether they’ve never kicked a ball or already love football.
My child is shy. Will they be OK?
Yes. Lots of children watch for a while before joining in, and our coaches are used to helping little ones settle at their own pace. There’s no pressure.
Do I need to join in?
For Astro Tots and Cosmic Kickers, yes, you play alongside your child. For Shooting Stars and Supernovas, you watch while the children play.
Can I bring brothers or sisters?
If they’d like to take part, book each child their own place in the session for their age.
Is there anything else to pay?
Discovery Day is just the £5 deposit. The college charges £1 per day for parking.
What if I need to cancel?
Please let us know as soon as you can, and at least 48 hours before your child’s session, so another family can have the place. You can see what happens to your deposit in “How your £5 deposit works” above.
What happens after Discovery Day?
If your child enjoyed it, we’ll help you find a regular weekly class that suits you. There’s no obligation to join.
Still have a question? Email kickoff@minifooty.co.uk or call 03301 336436.
Ready for their first kick? ⚽
Choose the session for your child’s age and we’ll see you on Saturday 21 November at SCAT Sports Hall.
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