Handball training equipment

Cones, markers and bibs: organising the training space

A handball court measures 40 metres by 20, and an effective training session divides it into several stations. The markers, flat and safe if a player stands on them, represent running lines or small play areas; the cones, taller, serve as visible points to go around or aim for. Their colours help distinguish several courses in the same space.

The bibs, worn over the uniform, separate teams during matches and small-sided games. Having two or three colours allows for a game with three teams or to designate an attacking joker.

The rest of the equipment

The handball equipment also includes:

• Accessories.
• Protective gear.
• Bags.
• First aid.
• Club space.

All the equipment is gathered on the equipment page.

Agility ladders, hurdles and resistance bands: working on footwork

Handball relies on short and explosive footwork: feints, starting off, jumping for a shot in mid-air. The agility ladder, laid on the ground, focuses on foot frequency and coordination, with exercises where each square must be touched with one or two feet. The low hurdles develop jumping ability and the sequencing of jumps.

The resistance bands complement this work by strengthening the shoulders, which are heavily used during shots, and the muscles that stabilise the knee and ankle. Regularly incorporated into sessions, this strengthening also reduces the risk of injury.

Dummies and targets: preparing to shoot against defence

The defence dummy, often inflatable or mounted on a weighted base, simulates a defender or a wall of two players. It allows for practice of shooting over the block, the overlap, or the pass feint without needing a partner, which is helpful when numbers are low.

The shooting targets, hung in the corners of the goal, define the hardest areas for the goalkeeper, at the top corners or right at the posts. They turn a precision exercise into a measurable challenge, which is appreciated by the young players. Stored in a dedicated equipment bag, it is easy to transport from one gym to another.

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Frequently asked questions

What to include in a handball training kit?

An effective base includes around twenty markers, some cones, two sets of bibs in different colours, an agility ladder, and a whistle. Balls, a pump, and shooting targets complete the kit depending on the team’s level.

What equipment for baby-hand sessions?

For under sixes, hoops, brightly coloured markers, and foam balls are the most useful. Organised in courses or small challenges, they develop motor skills without the child feeling like they are working.

How to train a handball goalkeeper with equipment?

Cones placed in front of the goal serve as movement guides, and an agility ladder works on lateral foot speed. Smaller or differently coloured balls sharpen reflexes and trajectory reading.

How to store a club's training equipment?

A team-specific bag with a wide opening, containing stacked markers, washed bibs, and a rolled-up ladder, prevents forgetfulness. Taking inventory at the end of a session helps identify damaged equipment before the next one.

What equipment to work on reaction speed?

Coloured cones that the coach designates at the last moment force players to react quickly. Starts on a sound or visual signal, from different positions on the ground, complement the take-off work.