Safe and Inclusive Girls Football Sessions:
Our new “Kick Like a Girl” sessions are perfect for strong young girls in Leigh who are looking to improve their football skills in a safe and welcoming environment, built around female empowerment. In partnership with the FA and Leigh Sports Hub, this weekly football session is for girls aged 12-16 years old, aiming to teach multi-sports and football skills, with the help and expertise of Leigh Sports Hub coaching team and the added support of Leigh Youth Hub’s Youth Workers.
Why We Call our Girls Football Sessions “Kick Like a Girl”:
The name ‘Kick Like a Girl’ has been chosen with purpose. For years, the phrase “like a girl” has been used negatively, suggesting weakness or lack of skill. We’re turning that idea on its head through our girls only football session as we believe kicking like a girl means kicking with power. This programme is about re‑empowering young women, helping them see the strength in themselves and showing our community that girls’ sport deserves visibility and celebration. By reclaiming the phrase, Leigh Youth Hub is giving it a a whole new meaning.
Our Programme:
To celebrate International Women’s Day, our first football session launches on Wednesday 4th March 2026 at Leigh Sports Hub from 7pm – 8pm, absolutely free of charge.
Sessions will then run weekly on a Wednesday at 7pm thereafter.
- Week 1: Girls Football Session & Skills at Leigh Sports Hub (4th March)
- Week 2: Girls Football Session & Skills at Leigh Sports Hub (11th March)
- Week 3: Girls Football Session & Skills at Leigh Sports Hub (18th March)
- Week 4: Special wellbeing themed session Leigh Youth Hub (First session 25th March – e.g. boxing, wellbeing arts and crafts)
These sessions are perfect for girls who want to build football confidence and skills, stay active in a fun and friendly environment, meet new people and be encouraged to be positive role models for other young adults.
How to Get Involved:
If you are interested in taking part in these FREE girls football sessions, email: [email protected] or call 01942 487840 to find out more about registering your place.
For weekly mixed gendered sessions, our weekly Open Access and MUGA Friday offerings are also available to attend for young people aged 11+, completely free of charge. To find out more visit what we offer
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