Chances for Change begins at Sixfields!

NTFC Community Trust launched the new 'Chances for Change’ health and wellbeing programme on Thursday 24 September at Sixfields with an excellent turnout.

The first week saw participants being welcomed into the programme, getting to know one other, exploring what a healthy lifestyle means to them and taking their first steps with a group walk and talk.

We explored the new handbook and spent time looking at the small steps that we can take to improve our health and fitness.

A big thank you to all who attended and we’re looking forward to welcoming everyone back for Week Two this Thursday!

October Holiday Camps - 20% discount now available!

Northampton Town Football Club Community Trust's popular holiday camps are back this October and, this year, you have the chance to play at the same venue as the Cobblers train with the camps making the exciting move to Moulton College.

You can help us celebrate the move by signing your children up now with a special 20% discount up until Friday 2 October! (regular price £25) 

Our holiday camps are run by fully qualified NTFC Community Trust staff who all have enhanced DBS checks and extensive experience working in schools and with children. Early drop off and late pick up is available for an extra £5 per day. The regular day starts at 9 am and finishes at 3.30pm. 

Zehra Dergin, Participation and Inclusion Manager at NTFC Community Trust, said  

"Our holiday camps are a brilliant way to keep active, play football and even meet Cobblers men's and women's players! We're so excited to be able to move to the venue where Cobblers players train every day, and can't wait to welcome children to Moulton College. We're really thankful to the College for having us and know that our coaches are looking forward to leading these action-packed days." 

To book onto the camps, visit the link below: 

https://www.abler.io/shop/ntfc_community_trust_%2F1/product/Q2x1YlNlcnZpY2U6NjUyNzI%3D  

Premier League Kicks: Free Football, Positive Opportunities and Stronger Communities

Northampton Town FC Community Trust is continuing to bring free football to young people across Northamptonshire through Premier League Kicks for the 2026/27 season

Football is more than just a game. It’s a way to bring people together, build confidence and create positive opportunities for young people.

Through Premier League Kicks, Northampton Town FC Community Trust provides free evening football sessions for young people aged 8–18, helping them stay active, develop their skills and build positive relationships within their communities.

Free football across Northamptonshire

Premier League Kicks offers young people the opportunity to take part in regular football sessions in a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.

With sessions delivered across Northamptonshire, the programme aims to make football accessible to young people in their local communities, regardless of their experience or ability.

All sessions are free for young people aged 8–18 and for all genders (unless specified). 

Each session provides an opportunity for young people to enjoy football, meet new people and take part in something positive during the evening.

More than just football

While football is at the heart of Premier League Kicks, the programme is about much more than what happens on the pitch.

Through regular participation, young people can develop valuable skills such as teamwork, communication and resilience, while building confidence and positive relationships with others.

The programme also helps create opportunities for young people to engage with trusted adults and become more connected to their communities.

At Northampton Town FC Community Trust, we believe football can play an important role in helping young people overcome barriers, discover their potential and feel a sense of belonging.

Educational workshops and community partnerships

As part of our commitment to supporting young people, we also work with other organisations to deliver educational workshops and raise general awareness around important matters affecting young people and their communities.

These partnerships allow us to bring together the expertise of different organisations and provide young people with opportunities to learn, ask questions and develop a greater understanding of issues that can affect their lives.

Through workshops and educational activities, we aim to encourage positive conversations, promote awareness and support young people to make informed decisions.

Our work with partner organisations complements the football sessions, helping ensure Premier League Kicks provides opportunities for both sporting and personal development.

A message from our Youth Intervention Officer

Marc Barnett, Youth Interventions Officer at Northampton Town FC Community Trust, explains why Premier League Kicks is so important:

“Premier League Kicks is a fantastic opportunity to use football to engage young people and create positive experiences within their communities.

“For us, it is not just about developing football skills. It is about building confidence, resilience and positive relationships, while giving young people a safe and welcoming environment where they can enjoy themselves and reach their potential.

“We also recognise the importance of working with other organisations to provide educational opportunities and raise awareness around matters that affect young people. By bringing people together through football and education, we can help create positive experiences and support young people to make informed decisions.

“We want to make sure young people have access to opportunities that can make a real difference, both on and off the pitch.”

Helping build stronger communities

Premier League Kicks is part of Northampton Town FC Community Trust’s commitment to using the power of football to inspire and support people across Northamptonshire.

By providing free football sessions in local communities and working with partner organisations, the programme aims to encourage participation, reduce barriers to sport and support young people to develop positive connections.

Whether someone is attending their first football session or is already passionate about the game, Premier League Kicks offers an opportunity to get involved, have fun and be part of something positive.

Get involved with Premier League Kicks

Premier League Kicks is free to attend for young people aged 8–18.

If you or your child would like to get involved, Northampton Town FC Community Trust would love to welcome you to one of our sessions.

For more information about session times, locations and how to get involved, please contact our Youth Interventions Officer, Marc Barnett - marc.barnett@ntfc.co.uk

✒️Marc Barnett

NTFC Community Trust launch ‘Chances for Change’

NTFC Community Trust launch ‘Chances for Change’

Free 12-week programme will combine inclusive physical activity, lifestyle education and peer support in a welcoming environment accessible to adults who meet the eligibility criteria.

Northampton Town FC Community Trust are launching Chances for Change - a free 12-week health and wellbeing programme designed to be accessible to adults who meet the eligibility criteria and to help participants take realistic, sustainable steps towards becoming more active and managing their health with greater confidence.

The programme begins on Thursday 24 September 2026 and will run on Thursdays from 7pm to 9pm, concluding on Thursday 17 December 2026. Sessions will take place in Carr’s Bar at Sixfields Stadium.

Chances for Change has been created in response to the barriers many adults face when trying to become active and manage their health. Adults living with obesity, long-term health conditions, poor mental wellbeing, low confidence or social isolation can find mainstream exercise settings inaccessible or intimidating. Cost, travel, limited awareness of suitable opportunities and previous negative experiences of physical activity can reinforce these inequalities.

An updated and rebranded version of the Trust’s proven Fit Cobblers scheme, Chances for Change will offer a welcoming first step for people who need additional support to begin and sustain positive change. Fit Cobblers has previously combined health education with weekly activities including walking football, circuit training, boxercise and jogging, alongside peer support and guidance towards local opportunities.

Each session will combine inclusive physical activity, practical lifestyle education and peer support, helping participants develop the knowledge, motivation and social connection needed to make lasting changes.

Participants will be supported to increase their physical activity, improve confidence and health literacy, strengthen mental wellbeing and reduce isolation. Rather than presenting activity as a short-term intervention, Chances for Change will help people establish manageable routines that fit their lives and can continue beyond the 12-week programme.

Akshay Mistry, Health & Wellbeing Officer at Northampton Town FC Community Trust, said: “We know that taking the first step towards a healthier lifestyle can feel difficult, particularly when cost, confidence, health conditions or previous experiences make traditional settings feel out of reach. Chances for Change is about creating an inclusive and encouraging space where people can move at their own pace, learn practical skills and feel supported by others. Our aim is to help every participant build changes they can sustain long after the programme ends.”

How to take part

Eligibility for the September cohort

·       Gender: Male only

·       Age: 30–70

·       BMI: 27.5 or above

Chances for Change is completely free to attend and is designed to provide an accessible, welcoming and supportive experience for adults who meet the eligibility criteria above. To find out more or register, visit https://www.abler.io/shop/ntfc_community_trust_%2Fsessions/product/Q2x1YlNlcnZpY2U6NjYyNzY%3D, contact Akshay Mistry at Akshay.Mistry@ntfc.co.uk or call 07876 355107.