Mini Kickers (3-5 years old)
Mini-Kickers classes are fun participation sessions that provide the ideal first step on a young person’s Football for Life journey. Children aged 3-5 take part in a wide range of activities designed to improve their physical literacy; running, jumping, hopping, skipping, balancing, rolling, bouncing, climbing, throwing, catching and of course, kicking are all developed.
Using imagination and creativity, the children play their way through many different themed sessions; animals, countries, pirates, colours and numbers are among the enjoyable topics introduced to allowing for a holistic educational experience. Many of the sessions are adult and child based where a parent or guardian is able to join in with their child to support them through any initial apprehension. Music, balloon play and obstacle courses also ensure every session is great fun.
Benefits of Mini-Kickers
Teamwork, decision making, confidence and communication are just some of the skills taught within the Mini-Kickers curriculum. The curriculum has recently been further enhanced and a Coach Education resource for coaches and early-years teachers is now available. The Scottish FA’s national programme of Mini-Kickers is delivered in sports centres across the country conjunction with local authorities, leisure trusts and football clubs in in the heart of their own communities.
These sessions contribute to the Scottish Government’s Vision for a More Active Scotland in ensuring that we develop physical competence and confidence from the earliest age. The sport hub in conjunction with Ardrossan Winton Rovers coaches will work to develop the young person and progress them onto the next level of football.
Walk n Talk
The Hubs Walk N Talk sessions in partnership with Ardrossan Winton Rovers Community Interest Company take place every Tuesday 9-11am & Thursday 12:45-14:45 at Winton Astro.
Our Walk ‘n’ Talk” sessions are designed to improve both mental and physical health with a focus on providing a safe and supportive space for individuals to connect, especially those who have experienced challenging life events.
Purpose:
The Walk N Talk initiative will break down social isolation, improve mental & physical health, and provide a platform for individuals to share their experiences and support one another.
Target Audience:
Everyone is welcome including parents with young children as our Walk N Talk sessions incorporates Buggy Bootcamp where you can walk around the pitch side whilst pushing the Buggy.
Structure:
Our Walk ‘n’ Talk event involves a walk around the Astro pitch @ Winton Park to get your steps in. After the walk we retire to the club house for something to eat and drink and a good blether.
Accessibility:
The sessions offer free participation and are designed to be accessible to everyone.
Walking Football
Our Walking Football sessions take place every Tuesday 11-1 pm & Thursday @Winton Astro between 11-1pm
Walking Football Scotland describes the game as: The slower version of the beautiful game
Walking football has become increasingly popular. It’s exactly what it sounds like – a standard game of football where players walk instead of run. It’s designed to help people get fit or maintain an active lifestyle no matter what their age and fitness, as well as support people getting back into football if they have given it up due to age or injury.
Older people who play have seen many benefits: lower heart rate and blood pressure, less fat and more muscle, and better mobility. And it’s not just health benefits – walking football also offers social benefits. Participants can meet new people, avoid becoming isolated, and interact with individuals and small groups.
This is one sporting activity that is suitable for all.
Come and join us
The Hub in partnership with AWR CIC are excited to be the providers of Walking Football @Winton Park. We know how much fun this activity gives, you get fitter whilst having fun enjoying the beautiful game with a group of people your age plus It’s a great way to get out more, meet new people and feel better.
Just like it used to be
Remember how activity used to feel? The feeling you once got from playing sport or riding your bike as a child? As you get older, there’s no reason why you can’t get that same pleasure – with activities that you know and feel good about and at your pace.
Live life
It’s sometimes easy to get stuck in a rut as you get older. A new activity is a great way to try something new and get the most out of life. Find something you love and you’ll wonder how you ever survived without it.
Stay healthy
We all want to stay mobile and continue enjoying our daily activities independently. Doing a bit of regular activity will keep you feeling healthy and happier in later life.
Enjoy time together
Retirement brings with it more free time. Perhaps it’s time to rekindle old friendships and get to know each other again? There’s no better way than by doing a sport or outdoor activity together.
The boredom buster
Taking up a physical activity can inject a buzz and energy into your weekly routine.
Scottish Football Memories
Our football memories group are members of Football Memories Scotland and meets at the supporter’s club @Winton Park every Tuesday 11-1pm. After the game we go to the Clubhouse for some food and drink and a chat.
Our Football Memories project uses football images for reminiscence activity. Football Memories started initially as a one year pilot project in 2009. It was established by the Scottish Football Museum and by members of the Scottish Football Heritage Network, in particular members representing Falkirk FC, Aberdeen FC and the Hibernian Historical Trust. The project also involved Alzheimer Scotland and Glasgow Caledonian University. Such was its success that Alzheimer Scotland took over the running of the reminiscence project with the Scottish Football Museum providing support as a senior partner.
Scotland’s Football Archive represents thousands of images from the history of the game in Scotland. These images can act as memory triggers for people with dementia and can assist with short term memory recall. The website enables groups throughout Scotland to access the digital collections of the Scottish Football Museum in order to facilitate reminiscence activity.
At our Football memories sessions we look at images of past players and enter into discussions which allows us to reminisce this is then followed by a quiz. We ALSO invite guest speakers along to discuss their involvement in the beautiful game.