The FootGolf Namibia Federation will host an Open Day on 28 February 2026 at the Rossmund Golf Course in Swakopmund to introduce and promote the sport to the coastal community, while also creating awareness about the newly established federation, which was launched in early July last year.
The federation, officially registered with the Namibia Sports Commission and affiliated with the African FootGolf Association and the Federation for International FootGolf (FIFG), aims to build a structured and nationally recognised sport.
According to Allan Kake, general secretary of FootGolf Namibia, the Open Day serves as an entry point for new players, golf clubs, schools and corporate partners to experience the sport firsthand and become part of its growth in Namibia.
The event will be open to everyone, regardless of experience level and no prior footgolf experience is required. “The Open Day is specifically designed to attract beginners and introduce them to the fundamentals of the sport in a welcoming and structured environment. Participation is free of charge; however, RSVP is strictly required by 24 February 2026 to allow for proper planning,” said Kake. By hosting the Open Day in Swakopmund, the federation expects between 30 and 50 participants and hopes to expand its footprint by building relationships with coastal golf clubs and communities.
FootGolf, a precision sport that combines elements of football and golf, requires players to kick a size 5 football into specially designed 21-inch diameter cups on a golf course, aiming to complete each hole in the fewest possible kicks.
Unlike traditional football, footgolf is non-contact and does not require teams or advanced technical skills. Compared to golf, it is more accessible and requires less equipment. “Participants can expect a formal introduction and presentation by the FootGolf Namibia executive committee, a rules and format briefing session, practical demonstrations of tee-offs, fairway play and putting techniques, as well as networking opportunities,” Kake explained.
The Open Day forms part of the federation’s broader development strategy to host at least two FootGolf Namibia events per quarter.
“Some will be corporate-focused to build commercial sustainability, while others will be developmental events targeting youth and grassroots participation,” Kake added.
As part of its long-term goals, the federation aims to collaborate with the Namibia Schools Sport Union as part of its youth development pathway. It also plans to travel across the country to engage golf courses, clubs and prospective players, with the objective of establishing formal footgolf layouts nationwide.
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