Quick answer
You can practise floorball passing alone with a wall or a passer. A wall is free but returns the ball unpredictably, while a passer such as the Extreme Floorball Passer (€129) returns it cleanly and lets you work on straight passes and volley passes. The Passer Pro (€149) adds a second slot. Do 10 minutes a day, 40 passes per side, and keep your head up.
Key takeaways
- A rebounder gives you hundreds of passes and receives in 10 minutes. A teammate cannot match that volume.
- Solo practice builds technique. Add partner drills once a week for timing and decisions.
- A wall works if you have a smooth floor and an area free of obstacles.
- The Passer Pro has two slots, one for straight passes and one for volley passes.
- Keep the distance short at first, about 2 m, then step back 1 m at a time.
- Count clean reps, not minutes.
Is a wall enough for solo passing?
A wall works for the first weeks. It costs nothing and teaches the basics of forehand and backhand passing. The limits show up quickly: the ball rarely returns to the same spot, the surface is uneven and a ball bouncing off a wall at an angle is hard to receive. A purpose-built rebounder fixes all three. Read the technique basics in the passing technique guide and the receiving guide before your first session.
Passer vs Passer Pro: which should you choose?
| Extreme Floorball Passer | Extreme Floorball Passer Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €129 | €149 |
| Straight passes | Yes | Yes |
| Volley passes | Yes, by flipping the passer | Yes, with its second slot |
| Passing slots | One, flipped for volleys | Two, so you switch without flipping |
| Best for | Players starting solo training | Players who train passing often |
| Link | Extreme Floorball Passer | Extreme Floorball Passer Pro |
Both are made in Europe, designed in Sweden and tested for maximum durability, and used by some of the world's best floorball players. If you will use it daily, the Pro saves you from flipping the passer between exercises.
What solo passing session should you follow?
- Warm-up, 2 minutes. 20 easy forehand passes from 2 m, receiving and stopping the ball each time. Cue: blade flat, grip loose.
- Backhand block, 2 minutes. 20 backhand passes, same distance. Watch for: turning your wrists too much so the ball goes up.
- Alternating, 3 minutes. Forehand, receive, move the ball across the body, backhand pass. 30 clean passes without a loss of control.
- Move back, 2 minutes. Step back to 3 m, then 4 m. Add pace only when control stays clean.
- Volleys, 3 minutes. On a Passer Pro, use the volley slot. On the Passer, flip it. 20 volley passes, aiming to control the ball on the first touch.
- Finish with a target, 2 minutes. Put a cone or a shoe 1 m to your left. Receive each pass into the target before playing the next.
Coach Erik's tip: Count your clean passes in a row and write the number down after every session. A simple score is the easiest way to keep solo practice honest.
What other gear helps solo passing?
A smooth floor gives the ball a true roll. The Extreme Floorball Tiles 8-Pack (€79) covers about 0.9 m² and the 15-pack (€139) covers 1.6 m². The Extreme Floorball Passing Kit Tiles (€239) bundles 15 tiles and a passer, which suits a small garage or basement. The tiles are also made in Europe. For more combinations, see the passing and stickhandling collection. Our guide to training floorball alone shows how passing fits into a weekly plan.
How do you progress from week to week?
Solo practice only works if it gets harder. Keep the same 14-minute session, but change one variable each week, and write the numbers down. A simple four-week progression is below.
| Week | Distance | Change | Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 m | Control every return before the next pass | 30 clean passes per side |
| 2 | 3 m | Add the alternating block | 40 alternating passes |
| 3 | 3–4 m | Add one-touch returns for the last minute | 20 one-touch passes |
| 4 | 4 m | Add volleys and the target cone | 20 volleys, 10 on target |
Most players I coach find week 3 the hardest, because one-touch passing exposes any stiffness in the grip. If you struggle, return to week 2 for another few days. Do not worry about speed: quality first. Where the ball ends up after each return is a useful measure. If you have to chase it, the pass was wrong, not the passer. A session of 14 minutes, four times a week, gives you well over 1,000 passes and receives in a month. After that, bring your new skills to a partner and test them in the drills for two players.
What is a four-week solo passing ladder?
Passing improves when you raise the demand in small steps. Use this ladder for 15 minutes a session, four times a week, and move up only when you reach the target.
| Week | Pass distance | Task | Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1.5 m | Straight forehand passes, stop the return before passing again | 30 clean passes in a row |
| 2 | 2 m | Add backhand passes and a change of side | 25 clean in a row on each side |
| 3 | 2 m | One-touch returns, no stopping the ball | 20 one-touch passes in a row |
| 4 | 2.5 m | Mix straight and volley passes, call the type before each pass | 15 in a row without a mistake |
Cue: soft hands on the receive, then pass in one smooth motion. Watch for: a stiff blade, which makes the ball bounce away.
How do you check your passing progress?
Every Friday, run a two-minute test: count the number of clean passes that return to your blade without a miss. Write down the total and your longest streak. Do not compare yourself with other players; compare this week with last week. If your total goes down, your last sessions were probably too fast, so slow the next ones by 10 percent.
Most players I coach see their streak double in four weeks if they test honestly and rest one day between sessions.
Common mistakes
- Standing too close. Fix: start at 2 m and step back 1 m after 15 clean passes.
- Only forehand. Fix: alternate sides in every set.
- Hitting the ball too hard. Fix: use pace to match the distance, not to prove something.
- Ignoring the receive. Fix: do not pass again until the ball is under control.
- Training on a rough surface. Fix: use tiles or a smooth floor so the ball rolls true.
FAQ
Can I practise floorball passing alone?
Yes. Use a wall or a rebounder such as a passer and play forehand and backhand passes from 2 m. Control every return before the next pass.
What is the difference between the Passer and the Passer Pro?
The Extreme Floorball Passer (€129) is flipped to switch between straight passes and volleys. The Passer Pro (€149) has two passing slots, so you can switch without flipping it.
How much space do I need for a passer?
About 2–4 m in front of it, plus enough width to move your feet. A hallway, garage or garden is enough.
How long should a solo passing session be?
Ten minutes is enough. With a rebounder you can complete 100 or more passes and receives in that time.
Is a wall good enough for passing practice?
For the first weeks, yes. A wall teaches the basics, but the returns are less predictable than a purpose-made rebounder.
Do I need tiles to use a passer?
Not strictly, but a smooth surface gives a true roll and protects your blade. Tiles are an easy way to create one in a garage or garden.
Summary
Solo passing is the cheapest way to add volume. A wall gets you started, a passer makes the work cleaner and the Pro makes it faster. Do 10 focused minutes a day and track your clean reps. See all of our passing articles in the Passing hub.
