Schools
Both primary and secondary schools can get involved in the NFL Flag schools programme either by directly expressing their interest in a training day or through their School Games Organiser (SGO) or Active Partnership (AP). Schools expressing interest will be contacted directly when a course is available in their area. SGOs and APs will provide information through their own communication channels.
On completing a free NFL Flag training day and returning a School Agreement Form, schools are provided with a curriculum resource, an equipment pack and access to direct support. Participating schools complete a short survey before and after a terms delivery block and on completion of surveys become an NFL Flag UK school, eligible for tournament pathway and a range of opportunities including London Games activities, additional resources, events and competitions.
Schools play NFL Flag, a developmental version of the game promoting the core values of Respect, Integrity, Resilience and Responsibility to Team through structured training and game play rules adapted for maximum learning and opportunity for all
British American Football – Youth
Teams across the country participate in the British American Football Association (BAFA) leagues. These leagues provide a further development opportunity for players in both flag and contact football. The rules and structures of BAFA Flag Football follow on from NFL Flag to incorporate elements such as blitzing, working towards the version of the game seen in international competition at events such as the World Games and hopefully the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
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British American Football – Senior
Flag and contact football are played the length and breadth of the United Kingdom, from the Highland Stags to the Cornwall Monarchs and Belfast Trojans.
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Coaching
The ever-increasing popularity of football as a participation sport in the UK has led to huge demand and opportunity for coaches. If you are interested in coaching, you can apply for our Introduction to NFL Flag Football Course, or visit the British American Football Coaching Association for level 1 to 3 coaching course information.
