Batting£35
Playing the Short Ball Workshop
Develop confidence and control when facing short-pitched bowling through improved movement, shot selection and technique.
👥 Up to 10 per session
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Hands-on sessions run by Winn Family Association coaches and volunteers — batting and bowling technique, fielding, fitness, umpiring, scoring and leadership. Free for league members; everyone else pays by card when they book.
133Workshops on offer
28Skill areas
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Batting3
Batting£35
Playing the Yorker Workshop
Learn how to recognise, defend and score against yorkers while improving footwork and bat control.
👥 Up to 10 per session
Batting£30
Sweep Shot Workshop
Learn how to use controlled sweep shots to attack spin bowling and access scoring areas on the leg side.
👥 Up to 10 per session
Bowling6
Bowling£30
Accuracy Bowling Workshop
Improve bowling accuracy by developing consistent line, length, release point and repeatable technique.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Bowling£35
Yorker Bowling Workshop
Develop the ability to bowl accurate yorkers and use them effectively during different match situations.
👥 Up to 10 per session
Bowling£35
Slower Ball Workshop
Learn the principles behind slower deliveries and how to use changes of pace to disrupt attacking batters.
👥 Up to 10 per session
Bowling£40
Bowling Variations Workshop
Build a bowling toolkit by learning how and when to use changes of line, length, pace and movement.
👥 Up to 10 per session
Bowling£35
New-Ball Bowling Workshop
Learn how to maximise the new ball through disciplined lines, movement, field settings and wicket-taking plans.
👥 Up to 10 per session
Bowling£35
Advanced Bowling Variation Workshop
Develop legal, controlled bowling variations appropriate to the bowler’s technique and experience.
👥 Up to 10 per session
Coaching & Player Development6
Coaching & Player Development£35
WFA Batting Development Workshop
Improve batting technique, shot selection and running between the wickets in one complete batting session.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Coaching & Player Development£35
WFA Bowling Development Workshop
Develop bowling accuracy, line, length and variations, with technical coaching for pace and spin.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Coaching & Player Development£25
WFA Fielding Development Workshop
Practise catching, throwing, ground fielding and run-outs in a high-energy team session.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Coaching & Player Development£30
WFA Wicketkeeping Workshop
Learn wicketkeeping technique, positioning standing back and up to the stumps, and fast, clean stumpings.
👥 Up to 8 per session
Coaching & Player Development£35
WFA Cricket Captaincy Workshop
Learn leadership, team selection, field placements and match tactics from the toss to the final over.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Coaching & Player Development£35
WFA T20 Match Strategy Workshop
Understand powerplays, run rates, partnerships and death-over tactics — and how to plan a winning T20 innings.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Cricket Knowledge3
Cricket Knowledge£20
Cricket Ball Knowledge Workshop
Understand cricket balls, seam position, condition, maintenance and how ball condition can affect play.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Cricket Knowledge£20
Cricket Equipment Workshop
Learn what cricket equipment you need, how to use it correctly and how to look after your kit.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Cricket Knowledge£20
Cricket Rules Introduction
Learn the essential rules of cricket, including scoring, dismissals, overs, boundaries and match procedures.
👥 Up to 20 per session
Cricket Skills13
Cricket Skills£30
Fielding Workshop
Catching, ground fielding and throwing — the basics every player needs.
👥 Up to 20 per session
Cricket Skills£30
Batting Fundamentals Workshop
Build a strong batting foundation by learning correct stance, grip, balance, movement and basic shot technique.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Cricket Skills£35
Shot Selection Workshop
Learn how to assess deliveries quickly and choose the right shot based on line, length, field and match situation.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Cricket Skills£30
Front-Foot Batting Workshop
Develop confident front-foot play including drives, defensive strokes and controlled attacking shots.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Cricket Skills£30
Back-Foot Batting Workshop
Improve back-foot movement and learn how to confidently play short, good-length and rising deliveries.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Cricket Skills£40
Power Hitting Workshop
Develop controlled power, clean contact and boundary-hitting techniques for limited-overs cricket.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Cricket Skills£25
Running Between the Wickets Workshop
Improve running speed, communication, turning technique and decision-making between the wickets.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Cricket Skills£35
Batting Against Spin Workshop
Learn how to read spin, use your feet and manipulate the field while maintaining control against spin bowling.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Cricket Skills£30
Bowling Fundamentals Workshop
Learn the fundamentals of bowling including grip, run-up, alignment, release point and follow-through.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Cricket Skills£40
Fast Bowling Workshop
Develop pace, rhythm, accuracy and control while learning the fundamentals of effective fast bowling.
👥 Up to 10 per session
Cricket Skills£35
Swing Bowling Workshop
Learn how seam position, wrist position, movement and conditions can help create effective swing bowling.
👥 Up to 10 per session
Cricket Skills£30
Spin Bowling Workshop
Learn the fundamentals of spin bowling, including grip, revolutions, flight, accuracy and variation.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Cricket Skills£45
Advanced Batting Masterclass
Take your batting to an advanced level through technical refinement, tactical awareness, shot selection and pressure-based scenarios.
👥 Up to 10 per session
Elite Performance1
Elite Performance£50
Academy Elite Performance Workshop
An intensive performance session combining technical skills, tactical decision-making, fitness and competitive match scenarios.
👥 Up to 10 per session
Fielding10
Fielding£25
Fielding Fundamentals Workshop
Build reliable fielding fundamentals including catching, ground fielding, throwing and movement.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Fielding£30
Catching Masterclass
Improve catching technique across close, high, low and reaction catches while developing confidence under pressure.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Fielding£30
Throwing & Direct Hits Workshop
Improve throwing accuracy, release speed and direct-hit ability for run-out opportunities.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Fielding£30
Wicket-Taking Fielding Workshop
Learn how fielders can create wickets through catching, pressure, communication, run-outs and aggressive fielding.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Fielding£30
Slip Fielding Workshop
Develop slip-catching technique, reaction speed, positioning and concentration for close catching opportunities.
👥 Up to 10 per session
Fielding£30
Boundary Fielding Workshop
Improve boundary awareness, catching, sliding, throwing and saving runs in the outfield.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Fielding£30
Inner-Circle Fielding Workshop
Improve close-in fielding, reaction speed, ground work and throwing to create pressure during limited-overs cricket.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Fielding£25
Outfield Fielding Workshop
Develop confidence in the outfield through catching, movement, ground fielding, throwing and boundary awareness.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Fielding£25
Slip and Close-Catching Workshop
Improve reaction time, hand position, catching technique and confidence when fielding close to the batter.
👥 Up to 10 per session
Fielding£25
Direct-Hit Run-Out Workshop
Develop throwing accuracy, quick releases, target awareness and decision-making when attempting run-outs.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Fitness & Performance7
Fitness & Performance£25
Cricket Fitness Workshop
Learn how fitness supports cricket performance through movement, endurance, strength and recovery exercises.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Fitness & Performance£30
Speed & Agility Workshop
Improve acceleration, reaction speed, change of direction and movement for faster cricket performance.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Fitness & Performance£30
Cricket Sprint Workshop
Improve acceleration and sprint technique for faster running between wickets, fielding movement and chasing the ball.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Fitness & Performance£30
Strength for Cricket Workshop
Learn safe cricket-specific strength exercises that support movement, stability, power and overall physical development.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Fitness & Performance£25
Recovery & Mobility Workshop
Learn practical recovery, mobility and preparation techniques to help players stay ready for cricket activity.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Fitness & Performance£15
Agility and Movement Workshop
Develop balance, reaction, footwork and controlled changes of direction.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Fitness & Performance£25
Match Endurance Workshop
Develop the fitness and concentration needed to maintain performance throughout training and longer matchdays.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Ground & Equipment4
Ground & Equipment£25
WFA Cricket Ground Preparation Workshop
Learn how the square, outfield and boundaries are prepared and marked out for a league match.
👥 Up to 10 per session
Ground & Equipment£30
WFA Pitch Care Workshop
Understand pitch rolling, mowing, watering and the basic maintenance that produces a fair, safe pitch.
👥 Up to 10 per session
Ground & Equipment£15
WFA Cricket Equipment Safety Workshop
Learn how to check bats, helmets, pads, stumps and other equipment so everyone plays safely.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Ground & Equipment£30
WFA Ground Staff Development Workshop
Develop matchday preparation, equipment storage and ground maintenance skills as part of the WFA ground team.
👥 Up to 10 per session
Junior Cricket1
Junior Cricket£15
Junior Mini-Match Workshop
Use short, simplified matches to practise skills, learn the rules and experience batting, bowling and fielding.
👥 Up to 20 per session
Leadership3
Leadership£35
Captain's Workshop
Develop the leadership skills needed to captain a cricket team, manage players and make tactical decisions.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Leadership£30
Vice-Captain & Leadership Workshop
Learn how to support a captain, lead teammates and take responsibility during training and matches.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Leadership£30
Captaincy Decision-Making Workshop
Practise choosing bowlers, setting fields, managing partnerships and making decisions during simulated matches.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Leadership & Development1
Leadership & Development£25
Cricket Leadership Workshop
Develop communication, responsibility, teamwork and leadership skills that can be used on and off the cricket field.
👥 Up to 16 per session
League Management & Governance11
League Management & Governance£25
WFA League Administration Workshop
Learn how fixtures, results, league tables and player records are managed across a season.
👥 Up to 12 per session
League Management & Governance£20
WFA Rules and Regulations Workshop
Understand how league rules are written, interpreted and applied — and how they sit alongside the Laws of Cricket.
👥 Up to 20 per session
League Management & Governance£25
WFA Disciplinary Procedures Workshop
Learn how complaints, misconduct and disciplinary matters are handled fairly, consistently and confidentially.
👥 Up to 12 per session
League Management & Governance£25
WFA Committee and Leadership Workshop
Understand the responsibilities of league officials and committee members, and how good governance works.
👥 Up to 16 per session
League Management & Governance£25
WFA Competition Organisation Workshop
Learn how to organise league seasons, cup competitions and finals days from first plan to presentation.
👥 Up to 12 per session
League Management & Governance£20
WFA Match Report Writing Workshop
Learn to produce official match reports, incident reports and competition records that are clear and accurate.
👥 Up to 16 per session
League Management & Governance£20
WFA Official Communications Workshop
Learn to prepare fixture notices, team announcements and formal correspondence in the WFA house style.
👥 Up to 16 per session
League Management & Governance£20
WFA Disciplinary Case Workshop
Practise applying disciplinary procedures fairly, recording evidence and maintaining appropriate confidentiality.
👥 Up to 12 per session
League Management & Governance£20
WFA Complaints Handling Workshop
Learn how to receive, record, assess and escalate complaints through the association’s procedures.
👥 Up to 12 per session
League Management & Governance£25
WFA Policy Writing Workshop
Learn to draft clear policies, procedures and guidance documents that suit the association’s needs.
👥 Up to 12 per session
League Management & Governance£20
WFA Official Decision-Making Workshop
Practise making consistent, evidence-based decisions within the authority and procedures of the association.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Match Skills10
Match Skills£35
Bowling to Different Batters Workshop
Learn how to adapt bowling plans according to a batter's strengths, weaknesses, stance and scoring areas.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Match Skills£35
T20 Match Tactics Workshop
Understand how to plan and manage a T20 innings, including powerplay strategy, bowling changes, fields and finishing.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Match Skills£30
Reading the Game Workshop
Learn how to recognise changing match situations and adjust your decisions as the game develops.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Match Skills£30
Match Planning Workshop
Learn how players and teams can prepare a clear tactical plan before the first ball and adapt it during the match.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Match Skills£40
Finals Preparation Workshop
Prepare for finals cricket through tactical planning, pressure management, match routines and decision-making.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Match Skills£25
Match Awareness Workshop
Learn how to use the score, overs, field and match situation to make smarter decisions as a player.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Match Skills£30
Chasing a Target Workshop
Learn how to calculate required run rates, manage wickets and adjust a chase as the innings progresses.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Match Skills£30
Defending a Total Workshop
Explore bowling changes, field placements, pressure management and ways to defend different target scores.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Match Skills£25
Partnership Building Workshop
Develop communication, strike rotation, running decisions and shared responsibility between batters.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Match Skills£25
Opposition Analysis Workshop
Learn how to identify opponents’ strengths, weaknesses and preferred scoring areas, then use the information to plan tactics.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Matchday Operations & Technology6
Matchday Operations & Technology£25
WFA Matchday Management Workshop
Learn how to organise a match from arrival to the final result — every job, in the right order.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Matchday Operations & Technology£25
WFA Live Scoring Workshop
Learn how to operate the live scoreboard and record ball-by-ball information for fans watching online.
👥 Up to 10 per session
Matchday Operations & Technology£20
WFA Cricket Statistics Workshop
Understand batting averages, bowling figures, strike rates and how to judge player performance.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Matchday Operations & Technology£25
WFA Cricket Media Workshop
Learn how to produce match previews, reports, interviews and club news for the league’s website and channels.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Matchday Operations & Technology£15
WFA Digital Systems Workshop
Learn to use the league website, members’ area, fixture system and digital match records with confidence.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Matchday Operations & Technology£25
WinnTV Match Production Workshop
Introduce live-stream preparation, score overlays, matchday graphics, replay workflows and broadcast responsibilities.
👥 Up to 8 per session
Mental Skills5
Mental Skills£35
Batting Under Pressure Workshop
Learn how to build an innings, manage pressure and make confident decisions when the match is on the line.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Mental Skills£25
Mental Performance Workshop
Develop confidence, focus and positive routines to help manage the mental demands of competitive cricket.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Mental Skills£35
Pressure & Decision-Making Workshop
Practise making confident cricket decisions during high-pressure situations where every ball can change the match.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Mental Skills£25
Cricket Mental Strength Workshop
Develop confidence, concentration, positive thinking and the ability to reset after mistakes.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Mental Skills£15
Pre-Match Preparation Workshop
Develop routines for arriving prepared, warming up, reviewing tactics and getting mentally ready to play.
👥 Up to 20 per session
Officials1
Officials£30
Scoring Workshop
Keep an accurate scorebook and get confident with the live scoring app.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Officiating8
Officiating£25
Introduction to Umpiring
Discover the role of a cricket umpire and learn basic signals, decisions, positioning and match communication.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Officiating£20
Umpire Signals Workshop
Learn the main cricket umpire signals and practise communicating decisions clearly and confidently.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Officiating£25
WFA Umpire Development Workshop
Learn the Laws of Cricket, umpire signals, appeals, wides and no-balls — the first step on the WFA umpire pathway.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Officiating£35
WFA Advanced Umpiring Workshop
Sharpen decision-making, positioning and match management, and learn to handle the hardest situations an umpire faces.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Officiating£25
WFA Scorer Development Workshop
Learn to record runs, wickets, extras, overs and player statistics accurately in the official scorebook.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Officiating£25
WFA Match Officials Workshop
Understand the responsibilities of umpires, scorers and every other match official — and how they work together on matchday.
👥 Up to 20 per session
Officiating£30
WFA Decision Review Workshop
Practise reviewing close calls and learn exactly how the league’s decision-review procedures work.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Officiating£25
LBW and Dismissal Decisions Workshop
Work through practical examples of leg before wicket, bowled, caught, run-out and other dismissals under the Laws of Cricket.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Performance1
Performance£25
Match-Day Preparation Workshop
Learn how to prepare physically and mentally before a cricket match so you can arrive ready to perform.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Personal Development3
Personal Development£20
Respect & Team Culture Workshop
Explore respect, teamwork, positive behaviour and the standards expected within the WFA Academy.
👥 Up to 20 per session
Personal Development£10
Sportsmanship and Respect Workshop
Promote respect for teammates, opponents, umpires and volunteers, including handling disagreements appropriately.
👥 Up to 24 per session
Personal Development£20
Team Building and Trust Workshop
Use cricket-based activities to strengthen cooperation, shared responsibility and team relationships.
👥 Up to 24 per session
Player Development4
Player Development£25
Player Development Planning Workshop
Create a personal cricket development plan with goals covering skills, fitness, match performance and personal development.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Player Development£25
Consistency and Technique Workshop
Focus on repeatable skills, identifying technical errors and improving performance through structured practice.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Player Development£30
Pre-Season Academy Workshop
Prepare for the new season through skills practice, fitness preparation, rule reminders and matchday expectations.
👥 Up to 30 per session
Player Development£30
Cricket Skills Progression Workshop
Help players move from introductory skills to more demanding drills based on their current ability and development goals.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Professional Development4
Professional Development£0
WFA New Volunteer Induction Workshop
An introduction to the league, its rules and your responsibilities as a new WFA volunteer.
👥 Up to 20 per session
Professional Development£15
WFA Officials Refresher Workshop
Review rules, procedures and lessons learned from previous matches before the new season starts.
👥 Up to 20 per session
Professional Development£30
WFA Leadership Development Workshop
Develop communication, organisation and decision-making skills to lead confidently in cricket and beyond.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Professional Development£15
Volunteer Coordination Workshop
Learn how to allocate tasks, communicate responsibilities and ensure matchday duties are covered.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Safety, Welfare & Protection8
Safety, Welfare & Protection£20
WFA Safeguarding and Welfare Workshop
Learn how to protect participants, recognise concerns and report them correctly through the WFA safeguarding process.
👥 Up to 20 per session
Safety, Welfare & Protection£30
WFA First Aid Awareness Workshop
Understand how to respond to common cricket injuries and emergencies until professional help arrives.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Safety, Welfare & Protection£20
WFA Matchday Safety Workshop
Learn emergency procedures, incident reporting and how to set up safe matchday arrangements.
👥 Up to 20 per session
Safety, Welfare & Protection£15
WFA Respect and Conduct Workshop
Promote sportsmanship, uphold the Spirit of Cricket and learn how to deal with inappropriate behaviour.
👥 Up to 24 per session
Safety, Welfare & Protection£15
WFA Inclusion in Cricket Workshop
Encourage fair participation and respectful treatment of everyone, whatever their age, background or ability.
👥 Up to 24 per session
Safety, Welfare & Protection£10
WFA Incident Reporting Workshop
Learn to document injuries, safety concerns, misconduct and other incidents objectively and confidentially.
👥 Up to 20 per session
Safety, Welfare & Protection£20
WFA Risk Assessment Workshop
Identify hazards, evaluate risks, plan appropriate controls and review safety arrangements for training and fixtures.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Safety, Welfare & Protection£15
WFA Equality and Inclusion Workshop
Promote fair participation, accessibility, respectful communication and appropriate responses to discrimination.
👥 Up to 24 per session
Scoring2
Scoring£25
Cricket Scoring Fundamentals
Learn how to record runs, wickets, overs and extras accurately using a cricket scorebook or digital scoring system.
👥 Up to 12 per session
Scoring£30
Digital Cricket Scoring Workshop
Learn how to operate a digital cricket scoring system and keep accurate live match information.
👥 Up to 10 per session
T20 Skills7
T20 Skills£40
Death Bowling Workshop
Develop practical skills for bowling at the end of limited-overs innings, including yorkers, slower balls and defensive fields.
👥 Up to 10 per session
T20 Skills£40
Finishing an Innings Workshop
Learn how to maximise scoring during the final overs through calculated aggression, strike rotation and boundary hitting.
👥 Up to 10 per session
T20 Skills£50
The Complete T20 Player Workshop
Develop the complete T20 skillset by combining batting, bowling, fielding, fitness, tactics and mental performance.
👥 Up to 12 per session
T20 Skills£25
Powerplay Strategy Workshop
Understand early-innings batting plans, attacking fields, wicket preservation and bowling tactics during the powerplay.
👥 Up to 16 per session
T20 Skills£25
Middle-Overs Strategy Workshop
Learn how to rotate the strike, manage wickets, build partnerships and control the scoring rate.
👥 Up to 16 per session
T20 Skills£30
Final-Overs Strategy Workshop
Practise setting targets, choosing scoring options and defending totals during the final overs of a T20 innings.
👥 Up to 16 per session
T20 Skills£20
Super Over and Tie-Breaker Workshop
Practise selecting batters and bowlers, choosing field settings and planning under high-pressure tie-break conditions.
👥 Up to 16 per session
Technology1
Technology£30
Website & App Workshop
A guided tour of the members portal, live scoring and the mobile app.
👥 Up to 30 per session
Welfare & Safety1
Welfare & Safety£20
Welfare & Safeguarding Awareness
Learn the basic principles of welfare, safeguarding, safe participation and knowing when to raise a concern.
👥 Up to 20 per session
Wicketkeeping3
Wicketkeeping£30
Wicketkeeping Fundamentals
Learn the core wicketkeeping techniques needed to take catches, stop balls and support the bowling attack.
👥 Up to 8 per session
Wicketkeeping£40
Wicketkeeping Under Pressure
Develop advanced keeping skills including standing up, movement, reaction work and pressure situations.
👥 Up to 8 per session
Wicketkeeping£15
Wicketkeeper Communication Workshop
Build communication with bowlers and fielders, including calling, encouragement and tactical instructions.
👥 Up to 10 per session
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