Estimated Price

£1,269

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Summary

Crieff Juniors Walking Football Club are looking to increase participation in Walking Football. We are looking to increase participation by offering free sessions involving additional age groups including female only sessions.

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Description

Crieff Juniors Walking Football Club are looking to increase participation of Walking Football for those living in the South Crieff area and beyond.  We are looking to increase our participation by offering free sessions and involve additional age groups. Currently sessions are targeted at 50+ although we have a couple of younger players with additional needs participating. We are also looking to offer female only sessions to increase participation.

We are also hoping to participate in a national league and possibly enter tournaments which are held throughout Scotland. 

Regular participation in Walking Football has been shown to offer numerous health benefits, including:

Improved cardiovascular health:

Enhanced mobility and flexibility:

Weight management

Mental health benefits:

In addition to the health benefits, Walking Football offers significant social advantages, such as:

Building social connections:

Encouraging teamwork and cooperation

Inclusive and accessible

The primary objectives of the proposed increase in the Walking Football programme are to:

Increase participation in physical activity among older adults and individuals with limited mobility, females and those with additional learning needs.

Enhance the physical, mental, and social wellbeing of participants through regular engagement in Walking Football.

Foster a sense of community and social connectedness by providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants.

• Raise awareness of the benefits of Walking Football and promote its adoption as a valuable sport for older adults.

The successful implementation of the additional Walking Football sessions will require funding to cover the following key expenses:

Facility rental: Strathearn Community Campus £350

Equipment: Purchasing footballs, bibs, markers £269

League and Tournament Fees £650

In conclusion, the Walking Football programme offers a unique and valuable opportunity to enhance the health and wellbeing of adults in our community. Improve physical fitness, mental health, and social connectedness. We kindly request funding to support the development and expansion of this programme, enabling more individuals to experience the numerous benefits of Walking Football and fostering a healthier, happier community.