Richard Luscombe Argyle Community Trust is proud to be delivering free walking football sessions to support those living with, or recovering from, cancer.
Tackling Cancer Walking Football, funded by Argyle principal partner and official charity sponsor of the new Brickfields site – Classic Builders, provides participants with physical activity, a support network, and information and advice to those affected and their loved ones.
Walking football removes barriers to participation for those who have not played for many years, allowing them to get involved again. The game is a non-contact sport played at a walking pace which makes playing much less physically demanding than traditional football.
After the session attendees have access to our dedicated Community Café and Food Larder which provides free refreshments and access to surplus food supplies for those that may need additional support. The food larder is part of Project 35, Argyle’s social impact project in partnership with Ginsters aimed at reducing poverty.
Sessions take place:
- Every Friday
- 9.30 – 10.30am
- Manadon Sports and Community Hub
Trust Health and Wellbeing Manager Ben Kerswell said: “We are pleased to offer this additional walking football session and extremely thankful to Classic Builders for funding such an important provision for our community.
“Sessions provide a support network for anyone impacted by cancer in a safe and inclusive environment where people can share experiences. The sessions also provide physical activity through walking football training and matches. It doesn’t matter if you haven’t played for years, we encourage everyone to come along and take part.”
One attendee said: “The sessions are a great opportunity to get out of the house, exercise, and meet others who are going through the same things as me.
“I stopped playing football years ago and never thought I would get the chance to play again, but I have loved it since joining. There are lots of different skill levels and physical abilities in the group, but we all encourage each other and welcome anyone new who comes along.”
If you are affected by cancer or know someone who may be interested in taking part in the sessions, please contact ben.kerswell@pafc.co.uk.
