MAN v FAT Tub coach Chris Gannon attended a well being and wellbeing occasion in mid-October to unfold the phrase on the burden loss membership within the space, forward of an thrilling 2026.
MAN v FAT Tub is delivered in partnership with Tub Metropolis Basis and Chris, whose day job is Head of Wellbeing and Communications on the Basis, has supported a number of native males to enhance their well being on the programme.
Talking concerning the occasion, which was held on October eleventh, Chris mentioned: “The occasion was put collectively by the Avon and Wiltshire Psychological Well being Partnership (NHS) and organisations together with Tub MIND, Tub Metropolis Farm, Pathways To Wellbeing, Wellbeing Programs (Tub and North East Somerset), Soundwell, Banes Dad or mum Carer Discussion board and ourselves at Tub Metropolis FC Basis.
“It was free to attend and there shall be quite a lot of workshops and seminars, all with a concentrate on psychological well being and wellbeing, with this yr’s theme being accessing providers.”
MAN v FAT is pleased with the help it provides males in the case of psychological well being and wellbeing. That takes place on-line, with our MAN v FAT x JAAQ psychological well being platform, but additionally within the help and camaraderie proven at periods.
Chris added: “I consider our league has created an atmosphere wealthy in peer help, and that has led to an openness in discussing psychological well being and wellbeing. This has been proven in individuals reengaging and a few unbelievable particular person weight reduction achievements.
“The reintroduction of the 11s staff introduced everybody nearer collectively and diminished the aggressive edge in order that the video games are performed within the spirit of MAN v FAT. The varied age vary and various life experiences that include that, convey profit and worth to all these concerned.”
After a optimistic 2025, 2026 seems prefer it may very well be even higher for the Tub lads with an upcoming venue change on the playing cards and a brand new place to name house.
“We’ve lately secured a top quality year-round venue, which the league has been searching for because it began. This could hopefully allow us to develop the league,” Chris concluded.
If you wish to be a part of – or rejoin! – the Tub membership, then you possibly can register at www.manvfatfootball.org/tub. We look ahead to welcoming you aboard!