Headspace FC CIC

10/10/2026

World Mental Health Day 2026 – Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change.

At Headspace FC CIC, we believe support starts with connection. Through football, friendship and community, we create a space where people can meet, build friendships, have conversations and feel part of something.

We listen to our community, and it’s the real experiences, voices and needs of our members that help shape the support, activities and events we provide.

You don’t have to sit down and talk about how you’re feeling to feel supported. Sometimes, being part of a team, having a laugh or knowing someone is there to listen when you need them can make all the difference.

More than a game, it’s a community.

09/10/2026

An excellent podcast from Ian at Man Time with Vent which we recommend everyone has a listen to.

🎙️ Something special is coming…

Our Chair Ian Goodship recently sat down with Freddie Cocker, founder of VENT, for The Just Checking In Podcast.

They talked about Man Time, men’s mental health, wellbeing and the importance of creating spaces where men can talk.

But Ian also opened up about his own experiences in a very honest and personal conversation.

We’ve got a couple of clips to share over the weekend…

👀 And the full episode drops Monday around 5pm.

🧡 Man Time — Talk. Connect. Support.

08/10/2026

⚽ NEW SESSIONS, MORE OPPORTUNITIES TO GET INVOLVED!

Looking to get back into football? Want to meet new people, make friends, get more active or simply do something for yourself each week?

Headspace FC CIC could be just what you’re looking for.

We’re excited to announce our updated weekly session schedule, including brand-new Friday sessions at Moorside High School in Werrington, with dedicated ladies’ and men’s sessions.

What started as a simple kickabout between friends has grown into a community built around football, friendship and mental wellbeing. We’re proud to offer a welcoming space where people can switch off from everyday pressures, get moving, have a laugh and feel part of something.

⚽ OUR WEEKLY SESSIONS

TUESDAY | 8–9pm
The Kings CE Academy, Kidsgrove
Mixed ability and gender

WEDNESDAY | 8–9pm
St Peter’s Academy, Fenton
Mixed session, including our ladies-only pitch

FRIDAY | NEW SESSIONS!
Moorside High School, Werrington
7–8pm – Ladies session
8–9pm – Men’s session

SUNDAY | 8–9pm
The Discovery Academy, Bentilee
Mixed ability and gender

£4 per session | Adults aged 18+

Never played before? Haven’t played in years? Worried you won’t be good enough or that you won’t know anyone?

Don’t let that stop you.

You don’t need to be a great footballer, arrive with friends or commit to every week. Just come along, give it a go and meet a welcoming group of people who are here for the same reasons.

At Headspace FC, it’s not just about what happens on the pitch. It’s about making connections, supporting each other, reducing isolation and helping people look after their mental health. Sometimes, one hour out of the house can be the start of something really positive.

Whether you’re looking to return to football, try something new, improve your fitness or find a community to be part of, there’s a place for you here.

📩 Interested? Send us a message on Facebook or WhatsApp to find out more about our sessions and how to get started.

Know someone who might enjoy joining us? Tag them below or share this post. You never know who might be looking for exactly this.

Headspace FC CIC – More than a game, it’s a community.

07/10/2026

Congratulations!

07/10/2026

It’s good to stop, reflect and see how far you’ve come.

Sometimes we’re so focused on what’s next that we forget to look back at where we started.

When we officially became Headspace FC CIC in June 2025, we were running just one session a week and had fewer than 20 members.

Fast forward to today and we’re now running 6 sessions every week, with hundreds of people involved in our community.

The numbers on this graphic are something we’re proud of — not because they are just numbers, but because behind every number is a person.

Someone who came along for the first time.
Someone who needed to get out of the house.
Someone who wanted to meet new people.
Someone who simply wanted somewhere they could feel comfortable and belong.
Someone who may have been struggling with their mental health and found a reason to keep coming back.

We’re incredibly proud that Headspace FC can provide that support for so many people.

But our growth also highlights something really important: there is a real need for regular, accessible support and community groups where people can look after their mental health, connect with others and feel that they belong.

Not everyone needs or wants a formal support group. Sometimes people just need somewhere to go, something to be part of, and people around them.

That’s what we’ve always wanted Headspace FC to be.

Football is what brings us together, but it’s the friendships, conversations, support and sense of community that make it more than a game.

From fewer than 20 members and one session a week, to where we are today.

We’re proud of the journey, grateful to everyone who has been part of it, and more determined than ever to keep creating opportunities for people to connect.

More than a game, it’s a community.

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06/10/2026

Any local teams interested in partnering with KIX FC for a great opportunity for all members

06/10/2026

CAN YOU HELP HEADSPACE FC MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

Headspace FC CIC is looking for local businesses and organisations who would like to support what we’re building in our community.

Do you own or work for a company that supports local communities?
Know a business owner who might want to give something back?
Have a contact at a company that could be interested in supporting mental health, wellbeing, sport and community?

If you do, we’d really appreciate an introduction.

Sponsorship helps us keep our weekly football sessions running, provide equipment, organise community events and continue creating a welcoming place where people can get active, meet others, build friendships, feel connected and look after their mental wellbeing.

We have a range of sponsorship opportunities, starting from £25 for community support through to larger partnerships. Businesses can be recognised across our social media, website, events and promotional materials.

If you or your company could be interested in becoming a sponsor, we’d love to hear from you.

Message us directly through Facebook or Instagram or via email
Or speak to a member of the Headspace FC team

For businesses, this is an opportunity to support a growing community project and make a genuine difference locally.

For our followers, if you know a company that may be interested, please tag them below or introduce us.

More than a game, it’s a community.

04/10/2026

You are a mountain, and down in the valley below is all that you’ve overcome

Sometimes we spend so much time looking at how far we still have to go that we forget to look back at how far we’ve already come.

The difficult days.
The doubts.
The loneliness.
The pressure.
The battles nobody else knew about.

They’re all part of the valley below.

You’re still standing today, you’ve already climbed further than you might realise!

At Headspace FC, we believe football can be more than a game. It can be a reason to get out of the house, a chance to meet someone new, a place to feel like you belong, or simply an hour where you can switch off and be yourself.

Our sessions are welcoming, pressure-free and open to adults of all abilities and experience levels. You don't have to be a footballer, and you don't have to have everything figured out.

Sometimes, all it takes is one kick of a ball to start a conversation. ⚽

You’ve overcome more than you realise. And you don’t have to face whatever comes next alone.

If you're struggling, reach out. Talk to someone. Check in on a friend.

💛 Headspace FC CIC
More than a game. It’s a community.


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01/10/2026

We are really proud to be nominated for the “Your Heroes Award” for the work that we are doing in the area to raise awareness and support mental health and for the community we have developed.

Thank you those who nominated us

Nomination - Headspace FC CIC - Community Group of the Year nomination

30/09/2026

EXCITING NEWS - THE WAIT IS OVER!

Following our “exciting news coming soon…” announcement, we’re delighted to finally reveal what we’ve been working on! 🖤💛

We’re excited to announce TWO brand-new sessions at Moorside High School, Werrington, every Friday:

⚽ Ladies — 7pm–8pm
⚽ Men’s — 8pm–9pm

This takes Headspace FC to an incredible 6 sessions across 4 days every week! 🙌

All of our sessions are open to adults aged 18+, regardless of ability or experience. Whether you’ve played for years or haven’t kicked a ball in a long time, there’s a place for you at Headspace FC.

We’re looking forward to providing even more spaces and opportunities for people to meet others, build connections, feel part of a community, and look after and raise awareness of mental health.

Because sometimes, all it takes is one kick of a ball to start a conversation. 🧠⚽

More than just a game, it’s a community. 💛