Whether you're preparing for the new season, keeping match fitness up during the winter months or making the most of your weekly court session, indoor training is an important part of every netball team's routine.
From developing passing accuracy and sharpening footwork to improving communication and building team confidence, having the right equipment can make every training session more productive. But what does your team actually need? Whether you're a coach putting together your club's equipment bag or a player looking to upgrade your training kit, we've rounded up the indoor training essentials every netball team should have.
1. A reliable selection of training netballs
No indoor training session is complete without a good selection of netballs. Having enough balls available means players can spend less time waiting around and more time practising their skills.
For indoor sessions, training balls should offer consistent grip, feel and control, allowing players to work on everything from short, sharp passing drills to longer attacking movements.
It's worth investing in a mixture of training balls so that players can practise in smaller groups, rotate through drills and work on individual skills.
Explore the Gilbert Training Netball collection to find balls suited to regular club and team training.
Top tip: Keep a pump in your equipment bag and check ball pressure before each session. A properly inflated ball helps players develop consistent passing and catching techniques.
2. Netball bibs for team drills
Bibs are one of the simplest but most important pieces of equipment for any netball training session.
Whether you're practising attacking patterns, defensive positioning or small-sided games, clearly marked bibs make it easier for players to identify teammates and opponents.
Having multiple sets of bibs in different colours is particularly useful when splitting a squad into smaller groups or rotating positions during drills. Gilbert's Netball Bibs are a practical addition to any club's equipment collection, helping keep training organised and players ready for every exercise.
3. Marking cones and court markers
Want to make the most of your indoor court time? Marking cones and court markers are brilliant for creating structured training drills.
They can be used to mark out passing zones, create footwork patterns, set up agility exercises and establish boundaries for small-sided games. For example, coaches can use cones to create a series of stations focusing on different skills, allowing players to rotate around the court and work on multiple areas of their game.
A few simple markers can make a big difference to the variety of drills you can introduce. Take a look at Gilbert's training accessories to find useful additions for your team's equipment bag.
4. The right indoor netball trainers
Footwork is at the heart of netball. From quick changes of direction and sharp turns to explosive take-offs and controlled landings, players need footwear that supports the demands of the game.
Indoor courts can be slippery, particularly during busy training sessions, so choosing suitable court footwear is essential. Look for trainers that offer good grip, stability, comfort and support for lateral movement. It's also important to check your venue's footwear requirements and make sure your trainers are suitable for the playing surface.
Explore the Gilbert Netball footwear collection to find trainers designed with netball players in mind.
Remember: Your training shoes should feel secure and comfortable, allowing you to move confidently throughout the session.
5. Comfortable training clothing
The right training clothing can make all the difference when you're moving around the court for a full session.
Choose lightweight, breathable clothing that allows you to move freely, whether you're working through high-intensity drills, practising shooting or playing a full-court game. It's also worth keeping an extra layer in your kit bag for before and after training, particularly during the colder months.
Explore Gilbert Training Wear for comfortable clothing and layers to wear throughout the season.
Make every training session count with Gilbert Netball
The best training sessions aren't necessarily the ones with the most equipment. They're the ones where players have the tools, structure and confidence to improve together.
From reliable training netballs and practical coaching accessories to netball-specific footwear and training wear, having the right essentials makes it easier to create engaging, productive sessions throughout the season.
Whether you're refreshing your club's equipment or preparing for your next indoor session, explore the full Gilbert Netball collection and get your team ready to make every moment on court count.
