Health and wellbeing
PUTTING YOUR HEALTH FIRST
Welcome to Burnley FC in the Community’s Health and Wellbeing Hub. We’re dedicated to using the power of football to promote wellness for all. From fitness programmes to mental health support, join us in creating a healthier, happier community in Burnley.
No Nay Never Forget provides a safe, comfortable and supportive environment for people living with Dementia, Alzheimer’s and memory loss and their carers.
Our regular weekly activities include board games, dominoes, puzzles, dancing, music, bingo and so much more. Our sessions are free of charge, but donations are welcome on entry.
We run three sessions every week:
- Every Tuesday at Pendlebrook Care Home, Oswaldtwistle, 10:30am – 12:00pm.
- Every Wednesday at Burnley Tennis Club, 1:00pm – 3:00pm.
- Every Thursday at The Salvation Army 31a Lowergate Clitheroe, 10:00am – 12:00pm
No Nay Never Forget is kindly supported by VEKA.
Clarets vs Cancer
Our Clarets vs Cancer group is a safe environment for support and one to one advice for anyone living with or beyond cancer.
What’s included:
- Exercise: Tailored activities to help you build strength and resilience before treatment.
- A Brew & A Chat: Relax and connect with others in a friendly, supportive environment.
- Expert Support: Macmillan Cancer Nurses will be on hand to offer advice and answer your questions
- Trips & Activities: From pottery making, portrait painting, pickle ball and so much more there is always something to get involved with.
The following times and dates will begin on Monday 5th January:
Cancer Prehab: Monday’s, 12pm – 2pm
Clarets Cancer Rehab: Monday’s, 1pm – 3pm
Where: The Leisure Box, Brierfield
Contact: Farrah Imtiaz – f.imtiaz@burnleyfc.com
Together, we can help you feel stronger, physically and emotionally, before treatment begins. Come along and be part of a positive community!
Clarets VS Cancer is kindly supported by the Premier League, Professional Footballers Association, Fort Vale Nuclear, Macmillan Cancer Support and Lancashire and South Cumbria Trust.
A welcoming, friendly space for anyone affected by a heart-related condition. Whether personally or supporting someone close to you.
✅ Meet others who understand
✅ Get advice and guidance
✅ Build confidence at your own pace
Every Friday, 10am–12pm at The Leisure Box
No pressure. No referral needed. Just come along.
To find out more, contact Martin:
m.payne@burnleyfc.com
Huddle for Half-Time
This session is all about conversation! Take a break and join us for a chat and a coffee.
This session is the perfect opportunity to connect with other women, restore your energy, revive, and refresh your mind.
Friday’s, 10:00am- 12pm at The Leisure Box*
*Session location is subject to change, please contact Farrah for more information.
Progression not Perfection
This session is a dedicated space for women to participate in female-only fitness sessions, circuit training, nutritional counselling, wellbeing
support, and weekly weight and blood pressure monitoring.
These sessions are designed to help you take time for yourself, focusing on both
your physical and mental wellbeing.
Wednesday’s, 10am – 12pm at The Leisure Box
Our award winning Extra Time programme helps tackle issues such as loneliness and social isolation amongst our community’s senior citizens.
The aim of Extra Time is to provide a range of activities for senior citizens 50+ that will increase social engagement, participation in physical activity and workshops that highlight key areas to improve the overall health and wellbeing of the individuals.
Sessions are free of charge, but voluntary donations are welcome!
Every Monday, 1:00pm – 3:00pm at New Era Centre, Accrington (Men Only)
Every Tuesday – 2:00pm – 4:00pm at The Grove, 40 Owen St Burnley BB12 6HW.
Every Wednesday, 10:00am – 12:00pm at Burnley Tennis Club
Every Thursday, 10:00am – 12:00pm at Salvation Army, Clitheroe (Dementia Friendly)
Alongside our social sessions, we also run Extra-Time Active which provides a diverse selection of physical activities tailored for individuals aged 50 and above who aim to maintain fitness and an active lifestyle.
Sessions are free of charge, but voluntary donations are welcome!
- Indoor Short Mat Bowling
- Table Tennis
- Short Tennis
- Badminton
- Gym Work
Every Friday, 10:00am – 12:00pm at The Leisure Box
Extra Time is kindly supported by Premier League, PFA and Oaklands Nursing Home
#PLPFAPlayersFund | PLMoreThanAGame
Claret in Mind
Our Claret in Mind programme aims to promote mental health and wellbeing by raising awareness, reducing the stigma (particularly for men) and providing weekly physical activity sessions. Our sessions are ran in partnership with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust. Please note these sessions are through referrals only.
Our football and social session takes place:
Every Tuesday, 1:00pm – 3:00pm at The Leisure Box, Brierfield.
Claret in Mind is kindly supported by NHS Lancashire & South Cumbria Trust, Premier League and PFA
#PLPFAPlayersFund | PLMoreThanAGame
Andy’s Man Club
ANDYSMANCLUB are a men’s suicide prevention charity, offering free-to-attend peer-to-peer support groups across the United Kingdom and online. We want to end the stigma surrounding men’s mental health and help men through the power of conversation. #ITSOKAYTOTALK
Every Monday, 7pm – 9pm at Turf Moor, Burnley
Moving to a new area can be daunting. You may not know anyone, and you’re not sure how best to meet people. That’s where Clarets Welcome can help.
Clarets Welcome is a friendly, welcoming football session that is FREE and open to any males over the age of 16 that are new to the Burnley and East Lancashire area.
The original purpose of Clarets Welcome was to bring together young men who were displaced from Syria due to the ongoing conflict. But our doors are now open to 16+ males from all backgrounds who are new to the Burnley and East Lancashire area.
Clarets Welcome helps participants to develop their football skills, be a part of a team and, most importantly, enjoy football in a welcoming environment.
Sessions are free of charge, but voluntary donations are welcome!
Every Tuesday, 2pm – 3pm at The Leisure Box, Brierfield
Clarets Welcome is kindly supported by the Premier League, Professional Footballers Association
#PLPFAPlayersFund #PLMoreThanAGame
Burnley FC in the Community run an active session for people living with Parkinson’s in partnership with Parkinson’s UK. This session includes a range of exercises and activities, tea, coffee and a great environment to meet new people.
Every Monday, 10:30am – 12:00pm at The Leisure Box, Brierfield
Parkinsons Active is kindly supported by Premier League and PFA
#PLPFAPlayersFund | #PLMoreThanAGame
Turf Talk is all about having a brew and telling stories about Burnley FC past and present.
Our Turf Talk group have visited Barnfield Training Ground, Burnley Archives and taken a full tour of Turf Moor. They’ve also met with Club Store Manager, Deputy Head Groundsman and Transport Manager!
This session takes place at the famous Royal Dyche pub!
Thursdays, 1:00pm – 3:00pm
To find out more, please email Martin: m.payne@burnleyfc.com
Whether you’re looking to get active, make friends or improve your mental wellbeing, our Walking Football, Cricket and Netball sessions are a perfect opportunity to try something new or get back into the game!
Our sessions are aimed at both males and females aged over 50, but anyone aged 18+ is welcome to get involved. Find out more, including times and dates, of your chosen sport below.
Walking Cricket:
Mondays, 12:00pm – 1:00pm at The Leisure Box
Walking Football:
Tuesdays, 11:00am – 12:30pm at The Leisure Box
Our Walking Football sessions are proudly supported by Singleton Engineering Solutions
Walking Netball:
Tuesday, 10:00am – 11:00am at The Leisure Box
Walking Rounders
Walking Rounders will resume Thursday 5th November.
Thursdays, 2:00pm – 3:00pm
ALL SESSIONS WILL RESUME WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER
For more information contact: sam.ash@burnleyfc.com
OUR HEALTH AND WELLBEING HUB IS KINDLY SUPPORTED BY
THANK YOU TO OUR HEALTH AND WELLBEING PARTNERS AND SPONSORS
