What club managers and coaches say about FFIT
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"We are delighted to be given the opportunity to be part of the SPL Trusts Football Fans in Training initiative. Aberdeen Football Club has always played an integral part in the Communities of the North East. One of the Clubs priorities is the health and well being of our faithful supporters. We will work hard on this initiative to support and enhance the lifestyle of our fans who I am sure will enjoy the experience." - Craig Brown |
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"Fans are the lifeblood of football and it is magnificent that we are able to give something back to them through the FFIT programme. We hope all the fans involved enjoy the experience and get something valuable from this in terms of improved fitness." "I wish everyone involved the very best of success." – Neil Lennon |
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"We have a bond which I consider unique here at Tannadice,that is the bond between the Club and our supporters. These supporters come and back everything the Club do and also give the team that much appreciated vocal support time and time again. That support is always appreciated by the Officials, Staff and players at the Club but the FFIT initiative gives us an opportunity to give something tangible back to our Supporters. Through this initiative and through the support of the fitness coaches here at the Club, we are delighted to do our bit in ensuring the attendees are educated in the correct manner and make the positive changes required to enhance their quality of life." - Peter Houston |
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"As a professional footballer, it has been drummed into me from an early age the benefits of not only physical activity but also being aware of what constitutes a healthy diet and ensuring I keep a healthy lifestyle. The FFIT initiative gives the opportunity for our fans to learn the correct lifestyle choices from qualified Dundee United coaches alongside other Dundee United fans within Tannadice Park, a place special to those fans. They can all become united in their determination to improve their lifestyles. It’s a great environment to relay such an important message and I am delighted that the Club is actively involved in such a worthwhile initiative." - Sean Dillon |
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"DAFC are delighted to be involved in the Football Fans in Training scheme as a community club any initiative which gets us out their helping and encouraging guys back into exercise is great – I’m looking forward to meeting the fans who will be taking part in this." - Jim Leishman |
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"FFIT gives DAFC a great opportunity to repay our loyal fans by supporting them in improving their health & fitness. We hope that many Pars fans will join DAFC FFIT 2011/12 and be the best they can be." - Jim McIntyre |
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"The Football Fans in Training programme has proved both popular and successful since we began delivering it here at Tynecastle Stadium almost a year ago. Our community staff have enjoyed welcoming real Hearts supporters to Tynecastle outwith matchdays to deliver some light exercise, encouragement to live a little healthier and of course some good humoured football banter. The health, fitness and weight loss results some of the previous participants have experienced on the programme have been absolutely fantastic and we hope many more Jambos will benefit from our future sessions." - Jim Jefferies |
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"The Football Fans in Training project has been a huge success at Hibernian. It is a great opportunity for our fans to engage with the club and make some positive changes in their lifestyle. This also gives Hibs a chance to support our fans. If you qualify for this programme I urge you to get involved." - Colin Calderwood |
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"It is vitally important for a club our size to be involved in the community and to be able to help people who are supporters of the club back into a healthier lifestyle is very rewarding for all involved. My message to all who come on these courses is simply BE THE BEST YOU CAN BE and I think many of the fans involved have taken this on board and used it as real motivation to succeed. The course promotes a gradual change in the men's lifestyle, encouraging them to be more active and to eat more healthily. The men form a strong camaraderie which enables the group to succeed as well as giving individuals the chance to shine. This is a fantastic opportunity to give something back to our supporters and also improve their lives." – Terry Butcher |
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"We have been delighted to welcome fans to Ibrox and help them improve their health and lifestyle as part of Rangers FFIT. Our community department has made a huge impact on supporters through various health projects. FFIT gives fans the chance to be part of the club they love, and get fit and healthy at the same time. Long may it continue!" – Ally McCoist |
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"Like any club, our fans are our lifeblood. We don't have a large support, but we do have a loyal one. The FFIT programme allows some of our supporters to see behind the scenes whilst trying to change their lifestyle. This gives us our chance to support them, which we do gladly." - Derek McInnes |
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"Our fans have sown into our football club for years, paying to cheer their club on and supporting us at every turn. There wouldn't be a St. Mirren football club if it weren't for these supporters. The FFIT initiative is a welcome opportunity for us to say thank you to our fans and sow positively into their lives, through the professional fitness coaches at the club. We will give the fans every support in their endeavors, just as they do on match days for us. We believe the FFIT initiative will add to our supporters' quality of life and so we are delighted to be involved with it." – Danny Lennon |
