If you want to learn to play freestyle, you should do the following (we know all are not possible, but do your best!):

1. read the freestyle section of the FAQ;
2. study the on-line move list;
3. get a footbag designed for freestyle (see the footbag guide);
4. buy a copy of Tricks of the Trade, an instructional videotape available from the WFA;
5. get a pair of Rod Laver tennis shoes (perfectly suited to this sport — most good players wear them);
6. find the club nearest you and see if there are any advanced freestylers who can teach you;
7. go to as many events as you can;
8. join the Footbag Forum to talk to other players (start in the “Newbie” section); and
9. skool hard!

If you want to learn to play net, here are some ideas:

1. get a footbag designed for net (see the footbag net section);
2. use a good pair of running or cross-training shoes (but be sure they have flat insides, i.e., no gap or gnobbies in the “sweet spot”)
3. find the club nearest you and see if they have a regular pick-up net game;
4. get a footbag net set designed by footbag players for footbag players;
5. go to as many events as you can;
6. join the Footbag Forum;
7. drill those basic kicks, preferably with a friend; and finally,
8. convince us to write the footbag net training guide!