Sports groups in Glasgow

Below you'll find every sports group we know of in Glasgow, as well as people looking to join one.

Glasgow South Social Tag Rugby

Rugby

This group runs mixed tag rugby leagues, events and taster sessions in South Glasgow during the year. It is open to people with no rugby background and to those who have not played sport for a while, with free taster sessions available. Sessions are social as well as active, and the group finishes with a drink and chat at a partner pub each week.

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The Glasgow Walking and Hillwalking Club

Walking

The Glasgow Walking and Hillwalking Club arranges walking and hillwalking outings in the Scottish outdoors. It says children and dogs are welcome on suitable walks and climbs, with dogs kept under control and on a lead where needed. The club notes that its organisers are volunteers rather than qualified guides, and they provide the meeting place, timing and route details for each outing.

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Rambling Readers

Walking

Rambling Readers is a Glasgow book club that combines reading with walks. Members meet for a hike and talk about their latest book while out on the trail.

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Walking Scotland with a Camera

Walking

This Glasgow walking group combines countryside walks with regular stops for photography, as well as pauses for lunch, snacks or rest. It focuses on enjoying the route and the outdoors rather than keeping to a schedule, and reaching a destination is not the main aim. It is for people who like walking, seeing new places and taking photos.

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Scotstoun - 6 a side football ( mixed )

Football

This Glasgow group runs outdoor six-a-side football at Scotstoun Glasgow Life Facility, using the all-weather 3G pitch. Games take place every Monday and Thursday from 6pm to 7pm, plus Saturday mornings from 10am to 11am, and players pay £6.50 per game before they play. It is open to men and women aged 18 to 60, and welcomes all abilities.

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Glasgow Loves Football

Football

Glasgow Loves Football is an inclusive football meetup group that also covers East Kilbride. It says it is running Tuesday games at present, with Saturday matches paused until there is more demand. The group welcomes people from all backgrounds and aims to bring members together for sport, volunteering and social connection.

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Women's Recreational 5-a-side Football in Glasgow (only £4)

Football

This women’s recreational football group runs casual 5-a-side games on outdoor pitches in Scotstoun, Glasgow. Sessions take place on Wednesdays from 7pm to 8pm, and players can attend whichever dates they are able to make. It charges £4 per person each session, and all levels are welcome.

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Casual Football Glasgow ⚽

Football

This Glasgow football group organises regular games across the city, including five-a-side, seven-a-side and eleven-a-side matches. It is open to anyone, with a typical age range of 21 to 50, and there is no need to attend every week. People can join whenever it suits them and play for fun or to get back into regular football.

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CTC Glasgow / Cycling UK Glasgow

Cycling

CTC Glasgow is a volunteer-led Cycling UK member group for the Greater Glasgow and Lanarkshire areas, offering friendly group cycling for riders of all abilities. Its rides are usually moderate-paced day outings, with some leisurely or faster options depending on members’ needs, and it also runs occasional cycling weekends. Non-members may join for up to three rides before needing Cycling UK membership to continue.

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Play Football in Corkerhill at Nethercraigs Sports Complex. Weekly group looking for a new player

Football

This Glasgow football group meets at Nethercraigs Sports Complex in Corkerhill for casual friendly games. It plays every Thursday at 7pm for around an hour, usually as 6-a-side or 7-a-side depending on numbers. The group is open to new players and says all abilities are welcome.

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6 a side mixed FOOTBALL ( Scotstoun, Glasgow )

Football

This is a mixed six-a-side outdoor football group in Scotstoun, Glasgow. It costs £6.50 per game, paid before playing, and places are offered on a first come, first served basis. Players who take part keep their spot for the following week.

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Recruiting players

Football

This Glasgow football side is looking for new players to add to the squad. It is based in the west end of the city, with matches on Saturday mornings at 10am and training on Wednesday evenings from 7pm to 8.30pm.

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Play women's football in Glasgow at The Pitches - Shawlands. Weekly group looking for new players

Football

This women’s football group plays casual, friendly matches at The Pitches in Shawlands, Glasgow. It meets every Thursday at 7:00pm for around an hour, with four-a-side or five-a-side games depending on numbers, and welcomes new players of all abilities.

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Play Football at Goals Glasgow South. Weekly casual group looking for a new player

Football

This Glasgow football group plays casual friendly five-a-side matches at Goals Glasgow South. Sessions run for one hour on Tuesdays at 7pm, and on Thursdays and Fridays at 6:30pm, with an additional Friday game at 7:30pm. It welcomes new players and says all abilities are welcome.

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Casual games at Super Soccer. Looking for a new player to join our weekly group

Football

This Glasgow football group plays casual friendly games at Super Soccer in Tradeston every Friday at 6:30pm. Sessions last an hour and are either 5-a-side or 4-a-side, depending on how many players are available. The group is looking for a new player and says all abilities are welcome.

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Play Football in Glasgow at Dennis Donnely Park. Weekly group looking for a new player

Football

This Glasgow football group plays casual friendly matches at Dennis Donnely Park, usually on Monday evenings at 7pm for around an hour. The games are 5-a-side or 6-a-side depending on numbers, and players of all abilities are welcome. The group is looking for new people to join so the games can continue.

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New player needed for a casual kickabout at Goals Glasgow South

Football

This Glasgow football group runs casual friendly kickabouts at Goals Glasgow South and is looking for new players to help keep the games going. Sessions take place on Mondays and Fridays at 6:30pm, Tuesdays at 7pm and 8pm, Wednesdays at 7:30pm, and Sundays at 11am. The games last one hour and are played as 5-a-side.

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Kickabouts at Toryglen Football Centre. Weekly group looking for a new player

Football

A Glasgow football group plays casual friendly matches at Toryglen Football Centre on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7pm. The games last an hour and are played as 7-a-side or 8-a-side depending on numbers, and the group welcomes players of all abilities.

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Glasgow Young Walkers Group

Walking

This Glasgow Ramblers group organises regular walks in the local area and further afield, giving members a chance to enjoy the outdoors and discover new places. Walks are led by experienced volunteers and aim to provide a safe, friendly setting with a welcoming atmosphere for people who enjoy walking with others.

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Glasgow Group

Walking

The Glasgow walking group arranges countryside and city walks for people of all ages who enjoy walking with others. It offers routes for different levels of experience and fitness. Most walks take place at weekends, with occasional mid-week outings, and weekend walks are usually 15 to 20 km while mid-week walks are generally 5 to 10 km.

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