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Become a FA Mars Just Play Centre

Author: The FA
Applications for the FA Mars Just Play programme are currently being accepted

The application window to become a FA Mars Just Play Centre is open! 

What is the FA Mars Just Play programme?

A recreational form of football providing access to affordable, fun, organised kickabouts in suitable facilities with trained organisers for ages 16+ (e.g futsal, female only, walking football, 16-23 male only, mixed turn up and play etc.)

What are the programme minimum requirements?

  • Each session is supervised by a Just Play Organiser (JPO) 18+ with a Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Football and FA Emergence Aid
  • Completed risk assessment of session
  • Deliver a minimum of 32 weeks across the year
  • Provide stocked first aid kit at all sessions
  • Submit registers on Events Platform for each session
  • Ensure relevant insurance & H&S policies are in place

What is the package of benefits?

  • Equipment Pack – 5 Nike footballs, set of branded bibs, cones, marketing banner
  • Digital Marketing Library – Access to a range of digital marketing assets including posters, leaflets, social, digital signatures
  • Just Play Organiser (JPO) kit – Nike branded kit including t-shirt, shorts, pants and rain jacket for the organiser
  • Events Platform – A new digital platform upon which activity can be managed efficiently
  • National Promotion – Sessions will be promoted via TheFA.com search engine and bespoke promotional activity with local support from London FA

To start your application today, please click  here

For the application user guide, please click here