The idea
We aim to provide free football sessions at Vision Football Factory in Tamworth. Offering engaging football training every week, supporting young people with low self-esteem/confidence, and conditions like ADHD, providing an inclusive space where they can develop skills, build friendships, and feel part of a community.
Football is a lifeline for young people seeking an outlet and a sense of belonging. Our structured sessions will:
-Improve focus and discipline (especially for those with ADHD)
-Build confidence and resilience
-Encourage friendships and social skills in a welcoming setting
-Sessions will include fun drills, small-sided games, and a strong focus on personal growth.
-We will engage YP in positive activity, equip them with key life skills an empower them to lead happier healthier lives.
We envision a thriving community of young players with greater confidence, ability, and self-belief. This is more than a project—it’s a game-changer for young people in Tamworth.
What we'll deliver
- We will deliver over 150 free football sessions over 12 months, engaging at least 50 young people per week
- We will provide 10+ coaching/mentoring opportunities for young people, developing career pathways in sports/youth work.
- Have a positive impact on 80% of the participants improving health and wellbeing and reducing the risk of offending
- Create a minimum of 3 paid part time jobs and 6 volunteer opportunties
- Signpost young people to other positive activities in the community
- Offer a minimum of 5 training opportunities including coaching and referee courses
Why it's a great idea
This project will improve health & well-being by promoting physical activity, reducing stress, and encouraging healthier lifestyles. Exercise has proven benefits for mental health, helping young people manage emotions, build resilience, & develop better focus, particularly those with ADHD. We aim to tackle inequalities, anti-social behaviour, social isolation, exploitation, & substance misuse. Providing equal opportunities, offering a free to access sessions, & by being inclusive we will engage young people in positive activities that keep them away from negative influences raising aspirations, confidence & self-esteem, young people will develop resilience, discipline, and teamwork skills that benefit them beyond football. These sessions will offer a safe space with positive role models, addressing issues like vaping and cannabis use, while fostering a sense of belonging and purpose. This initiative is about empowering young people, strengthening communities, & creating lasting change.
Steps to get it done
- Hiring the facility
- Purchasing equipment
- Promoting the activity
- Recruiting and training sessional staff
- Planning the activity
- Starting the weekly sessions
- Measuring impact
- Producing an impact report
- Sharing case studies
- Capturing evidence of impact via data, interviews and surveys
- Producing evidence of coaching courses for young leaders/volunteers
