TESTIMONIALS
"My first session was pre-lockdown and I was a little anxious beforehand. I wanted to meet new people as I am relatively new to the local area. What I enjoy now is that it is a consistent social activity and all the guys who turn up are spot on. It's also a good opportunity to talk about mental health if I ever needed to speak out." - Oliver Ryan
"My first session was back in March time just before the lockdown period. I had seen a post advertising Kick Start FC on Facebook and thought I would give it a try. I have always enjoyed playing football and the guys who turn up are a good laugh I have enjoyed coming to the sessions. It’s also a great way to speak out if you have anything on your mind. I would totally recommend it." - Rob Yates
TESTIMONIALS
"My first session was pre-lockdown and I was a little anxious beforehand. I wanted to meet new people as I am relatively new to the local area. What I enjoy now is that it is a consistent social activity and all the guys who turn up are spot on. It's also a good opportunity to talk about mental health if I ever needed to speak out." - Oliver Ryan
"My first session was back in March time just before the lockdown period. I had seen a post advertising Kick Start FC on Facebook and thought I would give it a try. I have always enjoyed playing football and the guys who turn up are a good laugh I have enjoyed coming to the sessions. It’s also a great way to speak out if you have anything on your mind. I would totally recommend it." - Rob Yates
How do I talk about my mental health?
Putting your feelings into words is sometimes difficult. It’s perfectly normal to be worried that you might say the wrong thing or explain it badly. It’s also natural to feel anxious that your loved one or friend might think your mental health is worse than you might feel it is.
Try not to worry – talking about your mental health is incredibly important when it comes to getting the right support for you and with the right preparation the conversation can be easier than you think it might be. Here are a few tips on how to talk about your mental health.
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KICK START FC MIXED GENDER TOURNAMENT
Yesterday we held a Mixed Gender 6aside tournament to help shine a spotlight on World Mental Health Day which takes place on the 10th of October every year. We invited participants from all of our football therapy sessions to come along and get involved, with each participant receiving a medal to commemorate the event. Over 60 players were divided into 8 teams, representing a different country and competed in a mini league before advancing to a semi-final and final.
Prior to kick off we held a minute silence as a mark of respect to those who have sadly taken their own lives in the past year. Last year we hosted a mixed gender 11aside game as part of World Mental Health Day. With the growth seen within Kick Start FC over the course of the year, we wanted to do something to include more people and raise even more awareness of the work we do to help people with their mental health.
Thank you to all the players who got involved to play their part, also to everyone who came along and supported the event. We hope to host an even bigger tournament next year, keep your eyes peeled!
