Description
Formed in 2012, UoB Futsal is one of the newest additions to Bristol University sport and it has started with a bang! Futsal is one of the fastest growing sports on the planet and our club is following the same trend. Since 2021 we have competed in the highest domestic level in the BUCS Southern Premier, seeing us finish 4th, 2nd, 4th and 3rd respectively.
In 2022/23 we finished as a Top 4 UK university team for futsal, finishing 2nd in the league and reaching the semi-finals of the national cup, qualifying us to represent Great Britain at The European Universities Sports Association (EUSA) futsal championships in Split, Croatia.
In 2023/24 we were again national cup semifinalists, which qualified us to represent Great Britain at EUSA – although unfortunately we were unable to attend.
In 2024/25 we secured a 3rd-place league finish and progressed to the national quarterfinals, continuing our consistent record as one of the country’s leading university futsal programmes.
We currently have two competing teams in BUCS competitions.
This year we are excited to launch a number of new opportunities to make futsal more accessible than ever at Bristol:
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Women’s Membership: This year we’re offering a dedicated women’s membership. It includes access to UoB Women’s Futsal friendly matches against other universities, training sessions with Futsal 360, and all the perks of being part of the tight-knit futsal community – from socials to events and more!
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Bristol Unis League: A brand new weekly competition between UoB and UWE. Alongside our BUCS 1s and 2s, we’ll be creating three additional UoB teams, coached by senior men’s players, to compete in a 6-team league across the season. It’s a fun but competitive opportunity that makes futsal more accessible for a wider range of players.
This club is dedicated to making futsal available to every student. Whether you’ve never played before or you’ve been competing for years, UoB Futsal is for you!
So, what is it?
Futsal is an indoor, small-sided version of football originating from South America but growing in popularity across the world. Futsal comes from the words 'futbol' and 'sala' meaning football and hall respectively. It's a fast-paced game similar to 5 aside football, ideal for developing your skill, technique, creativity, and problem solving. If you're looking to improve your 11 a side chances then this is exactly the sport for you- some of the best players in the world attribute their skill development to futsal including Messi, Ronaldinho, and Neymar.
What do we offer:
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Weekly training and great socials.
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Competitive games twice a week in BUCS leagues and Futsoul's Bristol Futsal League.
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Access to the new Bristol Unis League for more players.
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Friendlies and training opportunities for women through our new membership.
Membership:
We have a number of membership options:
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25/26 Men’s Futsal BUCS Membership (£135)
A full-year membership for players selected into the University squads to compete in BUCS competitions and in the Bristol Futsal 360 League. -
25/26 Men’s Futsal Bristol Unis League Membership (£60)
A full-year membership for players selected for our new Bristol Unis League teams, competing weekly against each other and against UWE. Includes access to socials, events, and our close-knit futsal community. -
25/26 Women’s Futsal Membership (£10):
Our women’s membership includes access to friendlies against other BUCS women’s teams, Futsal 360 women’s training sessions, and all club socials and events. It also creates a pathway towards forming a University of Bristol Women’s BUCS squad for the 26/27 season — something we’re building towards together.
In addition, weekly B:Active futsal sessions are open for free through the program’s app. Delivered by our futsal coach and committee, these sessions provide consistent training throughout the year and are the perfect complement to the membership - helping you develop your skills, gain match experience and be part of the club’s growth.
Contact:
**Please note that if you have been asked to purchase a membership for the 25/26 team, the SEH Access Pass will be automatically applied. This pass provides access to UoB facilities for club training sessions and matches.
If futsal has grabbed your attention, follow our Instagram @uobfutsal for the latest updates.
If you have questions or want more information feel free to message us on Instagram or email us at uq24227@bristol.ac.uk
Terms and conditions
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Membership Fee Inclusions
Prior to signing up to a Club or Society speak to the Committee to find out what your membership includes and if there are any further expenses throughout the year.
Service Standards
All Club or Society members can expect to receive:
- The opportunity to attend regular meetings, events, activities, trips and socials as arranged.
- The opportunity to stand for a committee position or vote in their elections (Bristol students only).
- For Sports Club – to attend regular training sessions and have the opportunity to be selected for the teams.
Code of Conduct
When joining a club or society you are agreeing to abide by the constitution, general rules, regulations and policies of University of Bristol Students’ Union and also the Club or Society Code of Conduct which sets out the level of behaviour & discipline expected of all Club & Society members.
Refund Policy
Any customer who pays for a membership subscription to a Bristol SU Society, Sports Club, Student Media and initiatives has a 14 day cooling off period from the time and date of purchase during which they have the right to cancel the subscription and receive a full refund. If you do decide to cancel within the 14 days, Bristol SU will refund your payment within a further 30 days of the cancellation. To request a refund please email: bristolsu@bristol.ac.uk
Data sharing (Sports Club members only)
Please be aware that Bristol SU may share data relating to the members of its sports clubs with the Centre for Sport, Exercise and Health (a department of the University). This information may be used for the purposes of communicating direct with these members and/or to cross-reference against SEH's Sports Pass membership records.
As part of Bristol SU's membership of British Universities & Colleges Sports (BUCS) Bristol SU may have to share data on to its sports clubs members so BUCS can, from time to time, communicate with these members.
Data sharing (Societies members only)
If you're joining one of the societies listed below please be aware that your name and email address will be shared with Bristol Hub for the purpose of keeping you up to date with their activities through their email “The Week”:
AIESEC Bristol, AMICUS Bristol, Anti-Slavery Society, Bristol Feminists, Bristol Friends of MSF, Bristol Marrow, Bristol Social Enterprise Society, Bristol Student Action for Refugees, Bristol University Amnesty International, Conservation Group, Bristol University Oxfam Group, Bristol University Sustainability Team, Bristol Volunteers for Development Abroad, Engineers Without Borders, Howard League for Penal Reform Student Society, International Affairs Society, Medsin Bristol, Model United Nations, and Vegetarian and Vegan Society.
For more information on Bristol Hub visit: http://www.bristolhub.org.
If you do not want your details shared with the Hub please email: bristolsu@bristol.ac.uk.
These terms shall be governed by English law and are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts. Nothing in these terms shall exclude liability for fraudulent misrepresentation.
